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Balcon Paris: Julien Sebbag's new bistro, perched atop the Galeries Lafayette rooftop.

Paris is also enjoyed from the plate at Galeries Lafayette Paris Haussmann. With Balcon, Julien Sebbag sets up his bistro perched on the rooftop of the grand department store. A sunny, convivial table where French classics take a breather, with the capital’s rooftops as the backdrop.

Le Melville "Hors-les-murs" 2026: the return of dinner-concerts in a prestigious setting

Le Melville returns to Bagatelle for a second edition: jazz & gastronomy under the stars from June 2 to July 29, 2026. Discover the lineup and the menu for these evenings.

The riverside guinguette at La Pointe Sauvage on the banks of the Marne in Seine-et-Marne has opened its doors.

La guinguette of La Pointe Sauvage lands on the banks of the Marne in Vaires-sur-Marne, Seine-et-Marne, for a summer season that looks set to be convivial. Concerts, grilled fare, crepes and good spirits are on the menu from May 6 to September 2026 (and maybe beyond if the vibes—and the weather—cooperate).

The loveliest terraces at Fitz Group restaurants to soak up the sunny days in Paris

May is here, and with it the irresistible urge to enjoy terraces at the first hint of sun. Good news: the Fitz Group’s terraces are open. Five spots ready for sunny lunches, lingering breaks, and open-air dinners.

This rooftop bar is tucked away atop a historic Paris cinema, offering views of the Sacré-Cœur.

In Paris, the Louxor Bar keeps the screening going atop the Louxor Cinema. In Barbès, this spot blends Egyptian decor, inspired cocktails and seasonal cuisine. With its view of the Sacré-Cœur, the film continues… on the bar side.

The château of Louis XIV’s secret wife, and where Vauban left his only unfinished aqueduct.

Less than an hour from Paris, the Château de Maintenon in Eure-et-Loir reveals the astonishing rise of Madame de Maintenon and the remnants of Vauban’s only civil project. We set off to explore this sublime château and its gardens, and we’ll tell you everything about this heritage treasure.

A summer rooftop bar with an unbeatable view of Paris reopens atop an iconic museum.

Spring–summer 2026, the Musée d’Orsay takes to the skies… and to new heights. Its terrace reopens with a panoramic view of Paris, an arty-chic vibe, and a bar inspired by Art Nouveau. A discreet rooftop, but not for long.

Seine-et-Marne: the guinguette — a riverside terrace on the Loing with a view of the medieval castle has reopened.

La Terrasse du Moulin de Nemours, an open-air guinguette-terrace on the banks of the Loing, has reopened for the 2026 season in Seine-et-Marne. A bar, an open-air food market and views of the medieval castle await you.

L'Aventure: the chic restaurant with Art Deco accents and a private-club vibe, offering a view of the Arc de Triomphe

Mythic haven of Parisian nights from the 1970s, L'Aventure, located opposite the Arc de Triomphe, now unfolds as a hybrid space, part stylish restaurant with flamboyant décor, part exclusive nightclub.

Disco Disco, festive cruises are back on the Seine for dancing until the early hours in Paris

As the sunny days return to the capital, festive cruises are back in Paris too! Every Tuesday evening from June 2 to September 8, 2026, the Disco Disco party takes over the River's King houseboat in the 5th arrondissement for a cruise to the rhythm of 70s/80s hits, before docking to carry on the celebration late into the night.

Ritz Bar Summer 2026: flower-powered cocktails to sip in the hotel's Grand Garden on Place Vendôme

Hidden from view, the Ritz Paris cultivates its secret garden… and here it births its summer bar. From April 24 to September 12, 2026, the Ritz Summer Bar takes root in the Grand Garden, turning Paris green—chic and open-air. From 3 p.m., cocktails flow, canapés make their entrance, and the afternoons bloom until the golden hour.

Amélie Poulain at 25: Take a stroll tracing the film's footsteps through Paris

Follow in the footsteps of Amélie Poulain, to mark the 25th anniversary of the release of Jean-Pierre Jeunet's cult film.

Han Rooftop at the Guimet Museum: the Korean terrace with a view of the Eiffel Tower and the DJ set back in action

Han Rooftop at the Guimet Museum returns for another summer season, running from May 15 to September 12, 2026. Perched atop the Asian Art Museum in the 16th arrondissement, this temporary Korean rooftop invites you to soak up the sun all summer long with sweeping views of the Eiffel Tower, Korean specialties, and a lively cultural program under the Parisian sky.

A grand winemakers' banquet on the banks of the Seine, opposite Notre-Dame de Paris

On June 13 and 14, 2026, the Quai de la Tournelle will welcome the Banquai of Loire red wines, a banquet bringing together 100 winemakers for two lunches along the Seine, opposite Notre-Dame.

Skybar Paris: the city’s highest open-air rooftop kicks off its season at 115 meters above ground.

At Skybar Paris, a rooftop perched atop the Pullman Paris Montparnasse, experience a Paris sunset with a panoramic view of the Eiffel Tower and the capital’s most iconic monuments, between cocktails, afterwork and festive evenings.

Hôtel L'Aventure: a discreet, luxurious five-star haven with views of the Arc de Triomphe

Across from the Arc de Triomphe, Hôtel L'Aventure unveils a dreamlike, theatrical world designed by Vincent Darré. An exclusive address with just fifteen rooms in the heart of the Golden Triangle for those seeking to experience Paris like nowhere else, blending a chic restaurant with a private club just steps from the Champs-Élysées.

Boat rental without a license for a bucolic cruise on the Marne, near Neuilly (93)

From April 18, 2026, the meetup is planned on the Neuilly-sur-Marne side for a boat ride not along the Seine but on the Marne, aboard a license-free boat you don’t need a license to operate.

The Printemps Haussmann 2025 summer terrace overlooking Paris and the Eiffel Tower

The terrace at Printemps Haussmann goes into glamorous picnic mode and gets a golden makeover thanks to Veuve Clicquot. From May 5 to September 30, 2025, head for the 7ème Ciel spot, perched atop the Femme store, to toast the sun, head in the clouds and eyes riveted on the Eiffel Tower. Panoramic views, iconic bubbles and French art de vivre: summer promises to be chic, fresh and effervescent at the top of Paris!

Créatures, the rooftop restaurant back on the Galeries Lafayette Haussmann terrace

This summer 2023, Créatures, chef Julien Sebbag's elegant vegetarian restaurant, returns to the terrace of Galeries Lafayette Paris-Haussmann. Open from breakfast to dinner, get ready for a renewed culinary experience.