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The Phantom of the Opera: How much truth lies behind the famous legend surrounding Gaston Leroux?

Iconic novel, stage musicals, films... The Phantom of the Opera has fascinated audiences for more than a century. Yet behind Gaston Leroux’s imagined tale lie several real events linked to the Palais Garnier. The chandelier’s collapse, a mysterious underground lake, a supposedly reserved box... What remains of the legend?
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The forbidden catacombs: what is really hidden in Paris's largest underground labyrinth?

Forbidden catacombs fascinate as much as they worry. Between urban legends, clandestine explorations, and a genuine ossuary open to the public, it's sometimes hard to separate fact from fiction. So, which catacombs can one actually visit in Paris? And what does the vast underground network off-limits to the public conceal?
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Friday the 13th: Explore the beliefs, legends, and superstitions of Parisian tradition

In March, Friday the 13th sparks renewed debate about popular superstitions. Seen as a lucky day by some and an unlucky one by others, this date prompts everyone to reflect on their own beliefs. And what about the folklore of Paris? Discover the superstitions unique to the French capital!
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Friday, March 13, 2026: Discover the most intriguing mysterious spots to explore in Paris

And this Friday the 13th, why not set out to explore some of Paris’s most mysterious sites? Here's some inspiration for a mystical stroll through the city.
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Paris Paranormal: The Legends and Mysterious Stories of the Capital

Sometimes we like to immerse ourselves in supernatural and terrifying legends, and Paris has no shortage of chilling anecdotes! We take you on a tour of 3 legends and paranormal stories from the capital.
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The Catacombs of Paris, an unusual visit to the bowels of the capital

Have you ever ventured into the Catacombs of Paris? Let's go and discover this creepy brown place, known to all but where most have never been. A fascinating and historic site, a guided tour of the Catacombs is well worth the detour, as well as keeping you cool on hot days.
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Did you know? There used to be a morgue on the Ile de la Cité, and it was a real public attraction.

In the 19th century, the morgue on Quai de l'Archevêché became a morbid and popular showcase, where anonymous corpses in search of identity attracted thousands of curious onlookers behind glass. A place as astonishing as it is disturbing, when death was a showcase on Paris's Île de la Cité.
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The Musée des Égouts de Paris (Paris Sewers Museum): discover the underbelly of the capital

The Musée des Égouts de Paris is one of the capital's most cult and unusual experiences, where you can wander six feet underground in a slightly damp atmosphere!
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The Chapelle Expiatoire in Paris, the monument erected in memory of Louis XVI and Marie-Antoinette

The Chapelle Expiatoire is one of Paris's hidden monuments. Erected in memory of Louis XVI and Marie-Antoinette, this historic site is well worth a visit!
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The Paris archaeological crypt under Notre-Dame Cathedral

The archaeological crypt beneath the forecourt of Notre-Dame in Paris is a real step back in time. Here's what to expect when you visit.
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Unusual Paris: the incredible Musée des Moulages at Hôpital Saint-Louis

Want to immerse yourself in unusual Paris? We'd like to introduce you to the incredible and fascinating Musée des Moulages, located in the heart of the Hôpital Saint-Louis. Inside this unique place? A collection of over 4,900 medical waxes tracing the history of dermatological diseases, listed as a Monument Historique in 1992.
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On the trail of Paris's most notorious criminals and serial killers

Follow in the footsteps of Paris's most notorious criminals and serial killers, in our company. From Landru to Guy Georges, the "killer of Eastern Paris", not forgetting Doctor Petiot and the Cabard and Miquelon duo, discover the dark side of the capital over the centuries and along the streets.
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Did you know? 3 unusual anecdotes about the Paris catacombs

The Catacombs of Paris are among the capital's most mysterious places. But how much do you really know about these ancient Parisian quarries? We reveal three unusual anecdotes about the Catacombs of Paris!