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L'Ambroisie, Paris's oldest three-star restaurant, loses its third Michelin star

The Michelin Guide has revealed its downgradings for the 2026 edition. Among the most notable changes is the loss of the three-star status by Parisian restaurant L’Ambroisie, located on Place des Vosges — once the oldest three-Michelin-starred establishment in the capital.

Museum Night 2026 at Victor Hugo’s House in Paris: The Evening’s Program

On the occasion of the 2026 Night of Museums, Victor Hugo’s Paris residence is inviting visitors to a special evening event this Saturday, May 23rd. Mark your calendars—we’re revealing the exciting program lined up for this cultural night in the heart of the city.

ÔZENHIT: The premium gym in the 4th arrondissement featuring a pool, spa, and group classes

ÔZENHIT is a state-of-the-art fitness center that combines yoga, cycling, cross-training, a pool, and a sauna all under one roof. Located on Agrippa d'Aubigné Street in the 4th arrondissement, ÔZENHIT offers an extensive "all-inclusive" schedule of group classes: yoga, cycling, Pilates, and even aquagym — there's something for everyone!

The Glow Up House: the wellness pop-up in Paris that will boost your glow until Sunday

The Glow Up House opens its doors from February 7 to 15, 2026: an immersive pop-up experience designed to revitalize your skin, banish tiredness, and bring out your radiance. Between luminous, glowing lighting and invigorating activities, each visit guarantees a boost of glow for your skin—and a lift for your mood!

Beaubourg Competition of 1971: A Free Exhibition Showcasing the Architectural Proposals for the Pompidou Center

The Centre Pompidou building was created following an international architectural competition. Explore other notable entries from the contest — alternative versions of the Centre Pompidou that might have existed in Paris. These intriguing designs are showcased in a free exhibition by the Academy of Architecture, open from January 30 to February 22, 2026.

Hugo and Architecture: From Stone to Pen — An Exhibition at the Victor Hugo House in Paris

The Victor Hugo House is hosting a thematic exhibition exploring architecture in Hugo's work. Open to visitors from June 11 to November 22, 2026.

Victor Hugo's house in Paris, an artistic plunge into the world of the famous author

The Maison de Victor Hugo is tucked away on the Place des Vosges in the heart of Paris. This museum dedicated to France's most famous author lets us discover the apartment where the artist and his family lived.

Nights of Reading 2026 in Paris: Theatricalized Reading Workshops at the House of Victor Hugo

Take advantage of the 2026 Reading Nights in Paris by joining theatrical reading workshops at the Victor Hugo House on January 24th.

Il Tornello, the latest Italian eatery specializing in traditional pasta and pizza, offers authentic flavors crafted with ancient grains and sourdough.

Il Tornello, located on Rue des Tournelles in the 4th arrondissement, is the latest Italian eatery offering authentic trattoria-style cuisine just moments from Place des Vosges. Their menu features sourdough pizzas made with traditional flours, homemade fresh pasta, and a simple yet enticing selection of dishes—available Thursday through Monday in the heart of the Marais.

La Bringue's Girls-Only Christmas Market 2025 in Paris: Gift Ideas, DJ Sets, and Happy Hour

ChatGPT said: The La Bringue Christmas Market takes over Titi Palacio on Tuesday, December 23, 2025, turning last-minute shopping into a true celebration! Filled with twinkling lights and booths brimming with surprises, this all-girls edition promises a festive, lively atmosphere. It’s the perfect chance to shop, dance, and soak up the holiday magic at this unique spot in the 4th arrondissement!

Victor Hugo, decorator: the exhibition on a little-known facet of the poet at Maison Victor Hugo

What if Victor Hugo had followed his first calling? From November 13, 2025 to April 26, 2026, a new exhibition reveals a little-known aspect of the writer's life: his passion for decorating, which we trace through his many creations, from Paris to Guernsey.

The Lenôtre 2025 Christmas log: The Train des Merveilles and festive creations

Lenôtre unveils its 2025 Christmas log collection with the Train des Merveilles, a signature creation by world pastry champion Etienne Leroy. Available from December 17, 2025, in Parisian boutiques. We tell you everything...

Permanent closure of Paul Beuscher in Paris, the musical instrument and sheet music retailer

It's curtains for the Paul Beuscher store in Paris this Friday, November 7, 2025. The musical instrument and sheet music retailer has announced the permanent closure of its historic store in the capital's 4th arrondissement.

Hoso Basque: the Japanese cheesecake coffee shop that's creating a buzz in Paris

We're off to the Marais to discover Hoso Basque, a gourmet spot that revisits the famous Basque cheesecake in Japanese style, with an ultra-melting texture and original flavors. Open since July 2025, this coffee shop on rue Saint-Antoine also offers gourmet lattes. We tested it and tell you all about it...

A brief history of Paris's great restaurants: Bofinger, the Alsatian grande dame of Bastille

Opened in 1864 in Bastille, Bofinger is the oldest Alsatian brasserie in Paris. With its cupola, wood panelling and seafood, it embodies the elegance of Parisian brasseries.

Not Yoga, an inclusive, esoteric-free hot yoga studio in Paris

Do you love yoga as a sport, but are less into the spiritual aspect? That's precisely the spirit behind Not Yoga, a studio dedicated to the practice of Hot Yoga at 33° and designed as a relaxing place to live, with a coffee shop and beauty bar to boot.

Journées du Patrimoine 2025: visit the Maison de Victor Hugo in Paris

Notre-Dame de Paris, Les Misérables - these are just some of the incredible works created in the capital by the famous writer Victor Hugo, whose house is open to visitors free of charge on September 20 and 21, 2025, to mark the Journées du Patrimoine (Heritage Days).

Heritage Days 2025 in Paris: tour of the Duchess's apartments and drawing workshop at the Hôtel de Sully

For the Journées du Patrimoine 2025, the apartments of the Duchesse de l'Hôtel de Sully will open their doors in the Marais district on September 20 and 21.

Journées du Patrimoine 2025: visit the Bofinger brewery in Paris

The Bofinger brasserie will be unveiling its secrets of French history and art de vivre during the Journées du Patrimoine 2025 in Paris. On Saturday September 20 and Sunday September 21, come and (re)discover this veritable institution, a landmark of the 4th arrondissement and a witness to the richness of a bygone era.

Heritage Days 2025 at the Temple du Marais

On September 20 and 21, 2025, the Temple du Marais opens its doors for the Journées du Patrimoine. An opportunity to explore its architecture and rich past.