It's an original and fascinating work of art, created by French artist Benoît Pype: the millennial hourglass should take 1,000 years to run down. It is installed in the office of the French President.
The Élysée Palace is among the most eagerly anticipated openings of Heritage Days 2026. On Saturday, September 19, and Sunday, September 20, visitors will be able to explore the historic spaces of the presidential residence, from its grand salons to its gardens.
Hidden beneath the Élysée Palace in Paris sits one of the Republic’s most sensitive spaces: PC Jupiter, a command post housed in an old anti-air shelter. Protected by armored doors and designed to run in a major crisis, this bunker is closely linked to France’s nuclear deterrent command.
Et si votre Fête de la musique se passait... à l'Élysée ? On Sunday, June 21, 2026, the forecourt of the presidential palace will once again transform into an open-air stage to host a lineup of artists for a night of free concerts. The event is sold out. Heads up: for ticket holders, the festivities start at 7 p.m. due to the heatwave.
Before becoming the office of the President of the Republic, 55 Rue du Faubourg-Saint-Honoré was the dream project of a single man: Count d'Évreux. Built in 1718, this private mansion was then regarded as the most beautiful residence on the outskirts of Paris. Let’s take a look back at the history of a building that survived revolutions and went on to become the very heart of the State.
The Élysée is opening its doors for the Grande Exposition du Fabriqué en France (Great Exhibition of French Manufacturing) on the weekend of November 15-16, 2025! For its fifth edition, this iconic event will showcase 123 products that highlight our national expertise. Come celebrate French craftsmanship and discover the talents of our artisans, producers, and manufacturers from mainland France and overseas! Ticket office opens at 5 p.m.
A tradition abandoned 27 years ago is back this Tuesday, November 7, 2023. At 9 a.m., watch the free changing of the Republican Guard in front of the Élysée Palace, every first Tuesday of the month.
A new Health Defense Council took place this Friday January 29, 2021 at 6 p.m. At the end of this restricted National Defense and Safety Council, Prime Minister Jean Castex took the floor to announce new measures implemented in France to fight against coronavirus. Here are his latest statements.
