Napoleon 1st

Time Travel Kiosk: experience the history of Paris in virtual reality on the Champs-Élysées.

The Champs-Élysées is home to the Time Travel Kiosk, a virtual reality installation created by Timescope, where you can relive significant historical events such as the Liberation of Paris or the return of Napoleon I's ashes. See you in March 2026 to travel back in time on the Champs-Élysées.

August 15 ephemeris: Laying the foundation stone for the Arc de Triomphe in Paris

On August 15, 1806, the foundation stone was laid for the Arc de Triomphe, built by order of Napoleon 1st to commemorate the victories of the French armies. We tell you the story of the moment that saw the birth of one of the symbols of Paris.

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.