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Les Planches in Paris: a club and Mexican nights near the Champs-Élysées

Les Planches, a club in the 8th arrondissement near the Champs-Élysées, opens every Saturday for dancing until 5 a.m., with the Mexican residency Puebla.

What is this huge canine march set to sweep the Champs-Élysées this autumn?

Hundreds of tiny paws are set to tread the Champs-Élysées this fall. On Sunday, October 4, 2026, a large solidarity march dedicated to dachshunds will for the first time sweep along the famous Parisian avenue, which will be closed to traffic and opened to pedestrians for the occasion.

This historic winch comes alive for Heritage Days 2026.

It is one of the last remnants of the Auboin Quarry in Châtillon, and for Heritage Days 2026, it comes back to life once again! This weekend, September 19–20, 2026, you can watch a live demonstration of how it works, in addition to an introduction to stone carving.

Le Food Market marks its 100th edition in Belleville with a grand street-food night.

Le Food Market celebrates its 100th edition on Thursday, September 10, 2026, along Boulevard de Belleville in Paris. For the occasion, the street-food market welcomes new venues, chefs who have previously taken part in the event, activities, and a brass band for a free, open-to-all evening.

La feria returns to the heart of Paris's 11th arrondissement in September 2026.

Following the success of previous editions, Deux and P'tit Deux are staging the fourth edition of their feria, and the heady Southwest vibe is taking over Rue de la Fontaine au Roi!

Hot tip: traditional Korean dance performance and taekwondo demonstrations in the 15th arrondissement.

August 11 and 12, 2026, the town hall of the 15th arrondissement of Paris hosts a Korean cultural event on its forecourt. Organized with several partners, this free event offers taekwondo demonstrations and traditional dance performances to highlight two facets of Korean cultural heritage.

Flea markets and garage sales in the Yvelines this August 2026 2026 - 78

Which flea markets and garage sales can you expect in August in Yvelines? While the events lined up for the first weekend are still thin on the ground, here’s what to look forward to in the coming weeks.

Where to hunt for bargains this weekend? Flea markets and second-hand fairs in the Paris suburbs on August 1–2, 2026

Antique tableware, vinyl records, books, toys, furniture or collectibles… This weekend of August 1–2, 2026, flea markets and garage sales are lighting up the Paris suburbs. Here are the events where you can hunt for bargains near Paris.

Can you visit the towers of Notre-Dame de Paris? 424 steps to Paris's most stunning panorama.

The towers of Notre-Dame in Paris once again offer one of the capital’s best vantage points. Between gargoyles, chimeras, monumental bells and Gothic architecture, uncover the secrets of this iconic monument that has loomed over Paris for more than eight centuries.

How to visit the Hôtel de Béhague, the sumptuous palace housing the Romanian embassy?

Aristocratic residence, the setting for diplomatic receptions and the seat of the Romanian embassy for nearly a century, the Hôtel de Béhague houses sumptuous salons, a spectacular staircase inspired by Versailles, and even a genuine medieval cloister. Discover the secrets of this little-known gem… and the rare opportunities to visit it.

Jardin21, season 2026: a week of celebration, nature and cultural discoveries at the heart of Parc de la Villette

In August, Jardin21—the festive, greenery-filled community hub perched along the Ourcq Canal in Paris’s 19th arrondissement—extends the season with a rich and varied lineup. Use this time to fully enjoy these sunny days: bold initiatives, gardening workshops, youth activities, lively evenings, a yoga session... Everything is in place for a quick escape without leaving Paris. Free admission.

Is it possible to visit the Hôtel de Monaco, the magnificent palace housing the Polish embassy?

Built for a Princess of Monaco and later home to the Polish Embassy, the Hôtel de Monaco is an elegant Parisian townhouse. Explore its history and the rare opportunities to visit.

5 station-to-station hikes to explore the Vexin Regional Natural Park and the Val-d'Oise

To the west of Paris, in the Val-d'Oise department, lies a vast regional natural park: join us to discover its treasures on foot, through hikes accessible by public transport.

Can you visit the Hôtel de La Rochefoucauld-Doudeauville, the Italian Embassy’s palace in Paris?

In the heart of Paris’s 7th arrondissement lies one of the city’s most stunning hôtels particuliers. The Hôtel de La Rochefoucauld-Doudeauville, home to the Italian Embassy since 1937, reveals an exceptional heritage that blends Louis XV architecture, a monumental staircase, Gobelin tapestries, and treasures from Italy. A palace rarely open to the public, it will open its doors specially for the European Heritage Days.

Can you visit the Hôtel de Noirmoutier, the grand townhouse and residence of the Prefect of Île-de-France?

Usually closed to the public, the Hôtel de Noirmoutier, official residence of the prefect of the Île-de-France region, will exceptionally open its historic salons and its garden for the European Heritage Days.

How can you visit the Hôtel de Roquelaure, the townhouse of the Ministry of Ecological Transition?

Built for a Marshal of France, the Hôtel de Roquelaure today houses the Ministry for the Ecological Transition. Discover its history, its grand state rooms, and the rare opportunities to visit.

The Eiffel Tower in virtual reality: this summer, explore Viality Tour's historic guided tour.

Découvrez la version anglaise idiomatique et journalistique, tout en conservant les balises HTML et la structure. Discover the immersive, virtual-reality guided tour of the Eiffel Tower in Paris, brought to you by Viality Tour. Step into the heart of the Champ de Mars and relive the construction and unveiling of the Iron Lady in 1889. A new, more faithful version than ever just dropped on March 31, 2026. To mark the occasion, we’ve got a promo code for you! And to beat the heat, all of their tours are conducted in the shade.

Can you tour the École Militaire in Paris, the place where the army’s elite are still trained?

Face à la tour Eiffel, the École militaire is one of Paris's most prestigious monuments, yet one of the least well known. Behind its gates lies a history spanning more than 250 years, grand ceremonial salons, an exceptional library, and a vast military domain still active. Discover the behind-the-scenes of this historic site and the rare chances to visit.

Engine rooms, bunker, Eiffel’s apartment: Can you visit the Eiffel Tower’s behind-the-scenes areas?

Behind the elevators of the Eiffel Tower lies a fascinating technical universe. Machine rooms, maintenance workshops, technical spaces, a bunker, Gustave Eiffel's apartment... These areas closed to the public tell another story of Paris's most famous monument. But can they sometimes be visited?

The Rôtisserie d’Argent’s summer terrace, perched on a bridge facing Notre-Dame — reviews and photos

Sur le quai de la Tournelle, La Rôtisserie d’Argent lays out its checkered tablecloths facing the Seine and Notre-Dame. Whether it’s lunch or dinner, this summer terrace serves the great bistro classics reimagined by chef Romuald Sinnan, in a postcard-perfect setting that, for once, doesn’t sacrifice the food to the view.