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Annette K switches to Dolce Vita mode for the month of May.

In May, Annette K kicks off the summer season. On the agenda: a sun-drenched, festive, and decidedly elegant atmosphere, crafted as a timeless interlude along the water.

In May, get outside and breathe easy in the departmental parks of Seine-Saint-Denis!

Looking for a scenic outdoor stroll near Paris, a free outdoor activity, or a peaceful spot to exercise away from the city's hustle and bustle... There's definitely a park in Seine-Saint-Denis that's perfect for you!

La maison de Victor Hugo à Paris, une immersion artistique dans l'univers du célèbre écrivain français

La Maison de Victor Hugo is hidden in Place des Vosges, in the heart of Paris. This museum dedicated to the most famous of French authors lets visitors step into the apartment where the artist and his family lived, as well as into his artistic universe.

Montmartre Museum's vegetable garden workshops: learn how to grow your own garden in the city

The Renoir gardens at the Musée Montmartre, just a stone's throw from the Sacré-Coeur in the 18th arrondissement, are one of summer's must-see spots. Now you can learn how to grow your own vegetable garden in these exceptional gardens.

Chiv's Koy, the new temple of fried chicken in Paris's 13th arrondissement

Vous love roast chicken or homemade fried chicken? Head to Chiv's Koy on Rue Véronèse, in Paris' 13th arrondissement. The spot has just opened a new street-food outpost in a bigger space that’s perfect for family meals, hangs with friends, or a quick take-away if you’re in a hurry. We tried it and here’s everything you need to know.

La ferme du Bel Air, for a family outing in the countryside near Villiers-le-Bacle (91)

At Villiers-le-Bâcle, in the Essonne département, the Bel Air farm invites you to meet its furry and feathered residents for a family outing in the fresh air.

Casa Tua, the discreet, tucked-away Italian restaurant at J.K. Place Paris in the 7th arrondissement.

Tucked in the heart of the J.K. Place Paris townhouse in the 7th arrondissement, the Casa Tua restaurant serves generous and refined Italian cuisine, designed to feel like a home. A beautiful, discreet address on the Left Bank for a peaceful interlude.

Nautilus : The 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea adventure at Unleash Escape Game

Want to dive into 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea? Head to Unleash Escape Game, the escape room brand just a stone’s throw from the Arena de Bercy, to discover Nautilus: The Aronnax Case, an adventure centered on the famous Captain Nemo... Ready for a journey into literature?

Unleash Escape Game : the brand that sparks the imagination in Paris

Near Bercy, in Paris’s 12th arrondissement, Unleash Escape Game offers immersive, team-based adventures all week long. The concept: solving puzzles in worlds inspired by great tales, with a storytelling approach designed to carry you from the opening moments to the final beat. Here’s a look at the adventures to discover!

La Halle de la Varenne opens its gourmet hall in Val-de-Marne, kicking off with a bustling weekend.

La Halle de la Varenne opens its doors in Saint-Maur-des-Fossés, Val-de-Marne, with a festive inaugural weekend on May 9–10, 2026, after months of work. A renovated gourmet market to discover in preview starting this Thursday, April 30, 2026, with special introductory prices.

Le Paname Les Halles: a generous French brasserie with a spacious terrace and a welcoming, convivial kitchen in the heart of Paris

Situated on rue Pierre Lescot, just steps from Châtelet–Les Halles, Le Paname is a friendly French brasserie that wins you over with its hearty dishes, approachable brasserie fare, and a large terrace right in the heart of Paris. Ideal for lunch, dinner, or a relaxed gathering with friends, the venue offers a varied menu, generous plates and a lively atmosphere. A practical, welcoming spot, with the bonus of an extended happy hour and a private room available for groups.

Café de la Rose Lancôme by Etienne Leroy, World Pastry Champion, on the Champs-Elysées.

Following Nina Metayer, Etienne Leroy takes the helm at Café de la Rose on the Champs-Élysées. World Pastry Champion and Lenôtre chef, he creates delicacies as delicate as a petal and subtly scented.

Madness : the nightmare-inducing Lovecraft-inspired horror escape game at Unleash

Unleash Escape Game, a studio just steps from the Arena Bercy, invites you to discover its new room, Madness, starting June 1, 2026. A horror escape game that promises to plunge you into your worst nightmares, we’re told… and draws inspiration from Lovecraft’s universe.

The Perfume Theatre Reopens Its Doors: Discover the Fragonard Museum, near the Paris Opera

Set in a former theater in the heart of Paris, just steps from the Opéra Garnier, the Fragonard perfumery reopens the doors to its Théâtre du Parfum, a historic museum dedicated to the art of perfumery. The venue opens to the public from May 4, 2026.

In this Paris square sits one of the last remnants of the Bastille prison.

In Paris's 4th arrondissement, this square conceals one of the last visible remnants of the Bastille prison: the base of the Tour de la Liberté, discovered during the metro works.

Discover Les Bergeries d'Issy, the educational farm in Issy-les-Moulineaux (92)

Just south-west of Paris, in the inner suburbs, the town of Issy-les-Moulineaux boasts a lovely educational farm where the whole family can come and discover the animals, take part in a parent-child workshop or celebrate a birthday... It's a great way to take the kids out to the countryside!

Malowe Nature, permaculture farm and nature activities near Mantes-la-Jolie (78)

On a 6-hectare site bordered by the Vaucouleurs river, Malowe Nature is made up of several natural areas. The site is laid out in such a way as to welcome you comfortably, whether you're alone, with your family or in a group.

La ferme pédagogique de Maisons-Alfort (94), a family-friendly farm where you can see animals

In Maisons-Alfort, in the Val-de-Marne département of France, some amusing boarders welcome you and your family all year round, on Wednesdays and weekends: so head to the town's educational farm for a little country escapade to discover its animals!

La Ferme de Gally de Saint-Cyr l'Ecole (78), for a family outing in the countryside

The Ferme pédagogique de Gally is one of the most beautiful educational farms in the Yvelines: with its 4 hectares, it offers children and their parents a privileged encounter with sheep, dwarf goats, rabbits, donkeys, horses...

The educational farm at Mantes-la-Jolie (78), a free, rural outing in the Yvelines region

In Mantes-la-Jolie, in the Yvelines département, there's an educational farm hidden away on Ile l'Aumône. Free and open to all, it's a great opportunity to take a stroll and discover the animals!