Napoléon

This stunning monument on the Île de la Cité exhibits an asymmetry, the result of a whimsical decision by Haussmann.

Located on the Île de la Cité, at the very heart of Paris's historic judiciary district, the Commercial Court building stands as an often-overlooked masterpiece of the Second Empire era. With its imposing dome and lavish interior, this architectural gem conceals a bold design choice: a deliberately offset dome crafted to accommodate the urban planning visions of Baron Haussmann.

Napoleon I’s Last Will: A Special Free Exhibition at the National Archives

This is one of the most legendary documents in French history. Safeguarded under tight security at the National Archives, Napoleon I’s will is being temporarily displayed to the public from March 4th to June 29th, 2026, in Paris.

The largest free gathering of Napoleon enthusiasts takes place in Seine-et-Marne

Montereau-Fault-Yonne in the 77 region will host the largest Napoleonic gathering in northern France on February 14 and 15, 2026: over 500 reenactors from across Europe will bring the Battle of Montereau of 1814 to life. This free, family-friendly event turns Seine-et-Marne into a living historical stage.

Les Impériales de Fontainebleau: murder mystery party, entertainment, and ball based on the Egyptian expedition

On the weekend of November 15 and 16, 2025, Les Impériales de Fontainebleau invites you to discover Napoleon's First Empire as if you were there, but this time in Egypt, through conferences, murder mystery parties, balls, and family exhibitions!

Napoléon, l'épopée immersive: the historical experience in virtual reality - our opinion

To mark the 220th anniversary of Napoleon's coronation, an immersive virtual reality experience transports the general public into the very heart of this pivotal figure’s life — running until July 2026.

Imperial Sunday: historical re-enactment and falconry show in Rambouillet (78)

The Empire awaits you for a historic day on Sunday, October 12, 2025, a chance to step back in time through historical re-enactments, demonstrations and shows, in the town of Rambouillet and its imperial estate.

The day Napoleon had to retreat... in the face of an army of rabbits

In 1807, Napoleon was reportedly stormed by an army of rabbits. Two centuries later, a few hundred meters from his tomb, a colony of rabbits is camped on the lawns of the Invalides... History loves a wink.

Ridley Scott's Napoleon, starring Joaquin Phoenix, on Apple TV+ in March 2024: Our review

The biopic Napoleon, directed by Ridley Scott and starring Joaquin Phoenix in the title role, traces the rise of the Emperor and his relationship with his wife Josephine. The film is due on Apple TV+ on March 1, 2024.

Napoléon vu par Abel Gance: unique 7-hour cine-concert at La Seine Musicale on July 4 and 5, 2024

A cinematic masterpiece revisited: 'Napoléon vu par Abel Gance' in ciné-concert, reconstructed and restored by the Cinémathèque Française on July 4 and 5, 2024 at La Seine Musicale.

Imperial silks for Versailles, an exhibition by the Mobilier national at the Château de Versailles

In this exceptional exhibition dedicated to Napoleon's silk order for the Château de Versailles, discover a set of never-before-used, like-new textiles in the Grand Trianon at Versailles.

The Eglise du Dôme and the Eglise Saint-Louis-des-Invalides

The Eglise du Dôme and the Eglise Saint-Louis-des-Invalides are in fact one and the same building. We explain it all below!

Napoleon in Paris: in the Emperor's footsteps

Napoleon I's reign was short, but intense: in just a few years, the Emperor managed to leave a lasting imprint on France. In Paris, this legacy is clearly visible. Hôtel des Invalides, Arc de Triomphe, Eglise de la Madeleine, rue de Rivoli... Let's take an imperial stroll through the streets of the capital.

Nuit aux Invalides 2022 in Paris: the Napoleon light and sound show returns -tickets

Nuit aux Invalides, or Night at the Invalides, is THE wonderful light and sound show in Paris this summer. The organization announces the show is back from July 16 to September 1, 2022, to take us back to Napoléon Bonaparte's history. A magnificent show to book now!

Napoleon, the exhibition at the Grande Halle de la Villette unveiled

The Napoleon Exhibition reveals itself to us at the Grande Halle de la Villette from May 28 to December 19, 2021. On the occasion of the bicentenary of his death, the story of France's first emperor is ours. Discover Napoleon's incredible destiny.

History of the Iena Bridge

Did you know that the Iena Bridge was almost destroyed by a vengeful Prussian general?

History of Place Vendôme

Before it became the luxurious square we know today, Place Vendôme was a resolutely political place. And the beautiful Vendôme column wasn't always in place... Here's a look back at the square's eventful history.

From Alesia to Rome, the adventure of Napoleon III at the Musée d'archéologie nationale - closed

The Musée d'Archéologie Nationale takes us on a journey in the footsteps of Napoleon III through the exhibition "From Alesia to Rome". Through paintings, photographs, maps and numerous objects, we follow the last French emperor on his archaeological journey through Europe and the Mediterranean. An epic to experience from September 19, 2020 to February 15, 2021. The exhibition is closed until further notice.

Coronavirus: L'Epopée napoléonienne en figurines, the exhibition at the Musée de l'Armée//reported

Due to the Coronavirus epidemic, the exhibition L'épopée napoléonienne en figurines, scheduled to run at the Musée de l'Armée from March 28 to June 21, 2020, has been postponed to a later date.

Virtual reality terminals on the Arc de Triomphe rooftop

You can very soon discover on the panoramic terrace of the Arc de Triomphe two virtual reality terminals to discover the city in a new light.