Bois de boulogne guide

Did you know? Bois de Boulogne was once a royal hunting forest.

Did you know that Bois de Boulogne, the lush green oasis in Paris's 16th arrondissement, was once a vast royal forest where French monarchs came to hunt? Here’s a captivating journey through its millennia-old history.

La Ferme du Pré, we tested Frédéric Anton's gourmet bistro Paris 16e

Head to the 16th arrondissement to discover La Ferme du Pré, the warm bistro imagined by Frédéric Anton. With its chic inn atmosphere and comforting dishes, we tried out this new address just a stone's throw from the Pré Catelan.

Jardins, Jardin 2025: CHANEL unveils its fragrant & immersive garden in the grounds of Villa Windsor - photos

Chanel unveils its new ephemeral garden in the verdant setting of the 20th edition of the Jardins, Jardin event, in the heart of Villa Windsor park. From May 21 to 25, 2025, head to the Bois de Boulogne for an ultra-couture olfactory experience.

Unusual: take a river shuttle for a ride on an island in the heart of Paris

Many people are familiar with the Bois de Boulogne, yet few really know that it's home to two of the capital's most beautiful lakes and their picturesque islands. Come on board with us: we're off to discover these hidden treasures of Paris!

Paris's Bois de Boulogne: one of the capital's green lungs

Along with the Bois de Vincennes, the Bois de Boulogne is one of the two largest green spaces accessible by metro. Situated to the west of the capital, it's a sublime place to live, offering sublime green landscapes and a beautiful botanical heritage.