Terrasse éphémère guide

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

In May, Jardin21, the festive and green community hub perched along the Canal de l’Ourcq in the 19th arrondissement, extends the season with a rich and varied program. Take the chance to fully enjoy these fine days: engaged initiatives, gardening workshops, youth activities, festive evenings, a yoga session... Everything’s in place to escape without leaving Paris! Free admission.

Noti Plage: the summer’s must-visit hotspot makes a comeback at the foot of the Eiffel Tower.

Diving into May 1, 2026, Noti Plage returns in force along the Seine for a third season that’s already shaping up to be unmissable. Meet at the Quai de Suffren, facing the iconic Eiffel Tower, to sip a cocktail, savor tapas, share boards with friends, and vibe to House DJ sets until 2 a.m.!

The secret terrace of Rivié at the Hoxton Paris opens for the 2026 summer season.

Hidden in the inner courtyard of the Hoxton Paris, the terrace at Rivié is one of those off-the-radar spots you keep to yourself. Seasonal cuisine, carefully crafted cocktails, and weekend brunch throughout spring-summer 2026.

Melville's jazz dinner concerts are back at Bagatelle this spring–summer 2026.

Parisian jazz club Le Melville is resuming its outdoor dinner-concerts in the courtyard of the Château de Bagatelle in the 16th arrondissement. The program: 16 evenings on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, from June 2 to July 29, 2026. Here’s everything you need to know.

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.

Quai Sauvage: the summer interlude of festive programming along the quays of Port de Bercy

Le Quai Sauvage is back, a festive hotspot by Port de Bercy, inviting you to cool off and enjoy a wide array of sports and cultural activities along the banks of the Seine, starting May 1, 2026.

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.

88 Ménilmontant, La Bellevilloise’s ephemeral pop-up venue returns for the summer

On April 25, 2026, 88 Ménilmontant reopens its vegetated junkyard-terrace in the heart of Paris’s 20th arrondissement.

Terrace season returns: La Fontaine Gaillon, Hollywood Savoy, Le Vesper, Le Fitzgerald, Abstinence

Spring is arriving, and with it that irresistible urge to soak up terrace season at the first hint of sun. Good news: Fitz Group is reopening its iconic Parisian terraces right on time for the first sunlit lunches, lingering drinks, and open-air dinners.

A barge-turned-guinguette dedicated to the aperitif settles on the banks of the Seine this summer — our photos

The aperitif goes afloat with a floating guinguette on the banks of the Seine! From April 1 to September 30, 2026, this open-air hotspot, curated by the French Federation of Apéritif, blends local specialties, craft beers, and a festive atmosphere between Hôtel de Ville and Saint-Paul, to celebrate the return of sunny days.

La Rôtisserie d'Argent is reopening its charming terrace along the Parisian quays for spring–summer 2026.

On the Quai de la Tournelle, Rôtisserie d’Argent unfurls its red-and-white checkered tablecloths with views of the Seine and Notre-Dame, while the chef reinterprets the classics with a contemporary twist. From April 28, 2026, at lunch or dinner, the terrace becomes one of the city’s loveliest summer spots to savor Paris.

Petite Rosalie at Disney Village: Rosalie restaurant’s terrace reopens its doors — our review

Here it is, a convivial terrace for this summer at Disney Village! Head for Petite Rosalie, the open-air terrace nestling on the shores of Lake Disney, in the extension of Brasserie Rosalie, Disneyland Paris' 100% French cuisine bistro. We've tried it, and we'll tell you all about it!

Escape to TiKi Playa: a festive beach bar with a massive terrace!

Tiki Playa is the kind of place that promises escape and relaxation, and it truly delivers! With its unique decor, a veranda reminiscent of a beach hut, a bamboo-lined bar, a sprawling outdoor terrace, and a club hidden in the basement... and the best part? It’s open every day!

Christmas 2025 at the Eiffel Tower: winter wonderland, Santa Claus, and gourmet treats with a view of Paris

As it does every year, the Eiffel Tower invites you to a magical Christmas 57 meters above the ground on its wonderful winter terrace. Starting November 26, 2025, the first floor of the Iron Lady will be decked out with sparkling Christmas trees, a transparent dome, Santa Claus, and gourmet treats: everything you need to celebrate the holidays in style with a breathtaking view of Paris!

Terraza Mikuna: the 300 m2 rooftop at BHV Marais creates a sensation

Following its success last summer on the 6th floor, Terraza Mikuna has extended its space to the 7th floor of the BHV Marais, with 300 m2 of rooftop space and a 360° view of Paris. This is the place to be for lovers of South American cuisine and great views.

Guinguette 1124, the ephemeral terrace in the heart of the château grounds at Saint-Germain-en-Laye (78)

Under the century-old trees of the Château de Saint-Germain-en-Laye estate (78), summer takes center stage at Guinguette 1124. An ephemeral terrace in the guinguette spirit, with a royal setting, a chill atmosphere and a breathtaking view over the immense park. What's on the menu? Handcrafted ice creams, golden crêpes, sparkling rosé and a cool game of pétanque.

Lovely terrace restaurant set up permanently in the gardens of the Musée Carnavalet

Fabula is dead, replaced by Joli, the now-permanent terrace restaurant at the Musée Carnavalet in Paris. An interlude in a magnificent historic and bucolic setting, but lacking in personality on the plate, all at a truly excessive price.

La Guinguette de Villennes (78): XXL terrace, restaurant-bar and musical evenings on the banks of the Seine

Want to cast off without leaving the Paris region? When the weather's fine, head for La Guinguette de Villennes, a bucolic gem on the banks of the Seine. Until October 19, 2025, this Yvelinoise (78) address will offer its three terraces - restaurant, bar and lounge - with cocktails, planks to share and themed evenings to enjoy summer with your feet (almost) in the water.

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!

Bercy Encore: the 7,000 m2 eco-friendly and festive third-party venue transforming eastern Paris

In Paris, the 12th arrondissement goes green and co-creates! With Bercy Encore, the Bercy-Charenton district is home to a 7,000 m2 eco-friendly, festive and collaborative third-place that combines transitional urbanism with collective creativity. After Bercy Beaucoup, this new XXL spot transforms the city into an open-air laboratory until 2029.