In the space of just a few years, pétanque has become completely democratized in Paris! As soon as the first rays of sunshine arrive in the capital, the game of boules, which comes to us from the south of France, becomes very popular. Boules players are out and about on the banks of the Seine, in parks and gardens, enjoying the wide-open spaces and trying to get closer to the jack with a drink in hand! And don't panic, even when it's raining, there are indoor spots where you can play all year round!
Mölkky is also becoming increasingly popular in the capital. This traditional Finnish throwing game is also played outdoors. The concept? Score exactly fifty points by knocking down pins numbered from 1 to 12 with a throw from a wooden stick. In short, whether you're an amateur or a beginner, here are a few spots where you can practice your pétanque and Mölkky skills - and enjoy an aperitif, of course.
All that's left for you to do is practice with family and friends and become an ace marksman... Or maybe you'd rather point?
La Halle Flachat, the gourmet and festive spot in Asnières sur Seine
La Halle Flachat is opening its doors for good in the Hauts-de-Seine department. This gourmet market in Asnières-sur-Seine is reinventing itself as an eco-friendly destination with food corners, a culinary laboratory, and festive programming across 750m². [Read more]
The Junot garden, a free, well-hidden place to go green on the Butte Montmartre
On Avenue Junot, the eponymous garden has just opened its doors to the general public, offering an oasis of greenery and, above all, a small tree-lined oasis on the Butte Montmartre. [Read more]
Rosa Bonheur à l'Ouest: a guinguette on a barge on the banks of the Seine in Asnières
On the quays of Asnières-sur-Seine, Rosa Bonheur à l'Ouest invites you to enjoy a festive, bucolic barge terrace, Thursday to Sunday, all year round. [Read more]
La Maison Louveciennes, the festive restaurant with terrace and summer beach on the banks of the Seine - 78
Bistronomy, summer beaches and festive evenings just 20 minutes from Paris: La Maison Louveciennes, a landmark in the Yvelines region, welcomes you every day to its enchanting waterside setting. [Read more]
The Stade Léo Lagrange, well known to boulistes
The Stade Léo Lagrange, located in the 12th arrondissement, is known to many for its bloulodrome! Come and shoot or point at this sports complex in fine weather! [Read more]
Place Dauphine, a haven of peace in the heart of Paris's Île de la Cité
In the heart of Paris, on the Île de la Cité, the Place Dauphine is a peaceful place to relax. On sunny days, pétanque enthusiasts play their games under the watchful eyes of local residents and tourists seated on the terraces of the various nearby cafés. Discover the history of this royal square! [Read more]
Jardin du Luxembourg, an exotic setting for pétanque
The Luxembourg Gardens are an unmissable spot for Left Bank boules players. It offers two real pétanque courts, in a special, peaceful atmosphere. [Read more]
Les Arènes de Lutèce: monumental petanque
Playing pétanque in a historic monument, on the very spot where gladiators and ferocious beasts clashed in Gallo-Roman times: now that's a program that sounds divine! Just a stone's throw from Jussieu, the Arènes de Lutèce is the perfect spot for a game of pétanque with a difference. [Read more]
PERMANENT CLOSURE - Chez Bouboule, the popular pétanque bistro in Montorgueil, Oberkampf, and Pigalle
FINAL CLOSURE COMING SOON — Discover Chez Bouboule, the indoor pétanque bar transforming your evenings in Paris! Located in Montorgueil, Oberkampf, and Pigalle, these three venues guarantee unforgettable after-work sessions and social evenings paired with a menu of delicious dishes and craft cocktails. Ready to aim and throw? [Read more]
Parc Marcel Bleustein Blanchet, the green nugget hidden next to Sacré-Coeur
At the top of the Butte Montmartre, just a few minutes' walk reveals a little jewel of greenery: the Parc Marcel Bleustein Blanchet, a little-known green space that has lost none of its charm. [Read more]
Gamelle, the bar, mini-bowling and table soccer just a few steps from the Gare de Lyon
Feel like nibbling on some nice little boards to share while playing some fun activities? Head for Gamelle, a bar in the 12th arrondissement of Paris, a stone's throw from the Gare de Lyon, offering a nice tapas menu, but also bowling lanes and table soccer. The ideal place for all sports and aperitif lovers! [Read more]
Doppio Malto, the Italian brewer and king of braised meats in the heart of Les 4 Temps, La Défense
Notice to lovers of craft beers and meat! Doppio Malto, Italian restaurant and brewer specialized in beer and braised meat, invites you to discover its new address in the shopping center Les 4 Temps, in La Défense, since April 13, 2022. A beautiful establishment which the editorial staff could discover the menu... We tell you about it! [Read more]
The Palais-Royal gardens in Paris, a chic petanque venue
Who better to welcome the king of pétanque than the gardens of the Palais Royal? Isn't it nice to be able to play in the gardens created by Richelieu? But don't be too noisy so as not to disturb your chic neighbors! [Read more]
The Square Suzanne Buisson
If you dream of finding a quiet little pétanque court in Paris, away from the hustle and bustle, Square Suzanne Buisson is likely the perfect spot. Just a stone's throw from the Sacré-Cœur and the Moulin de la Galette lies a well-kept secret, perched at the summit of the hill, for a pétanque game at the top level. [Read more]
Paul Verlaine Square in Butte-aux-Cailles: pétanque under a poet's aegis
As you probably know, Butte-aux-Cailles is a true little village, a rural breath in the heart of Paris. If you’re not necessarily here for its pétanque court, you’ll happily linger at Paul Verlaine Square to enjoy a green patch and throw the jack. [Read more]
The Square des Batignolles: the go-to spot for pétanque
The Square des Batignolles has become a must-visit destination for pétanque players. No surprise given the beauty of this English-style garden. Here, swans mingle with walkers, and children crave the park's carousel as pétanque games go on at full tilt. [Read more]
The Marcel Bleustein Blanchet Square: pétanque with a view
Formerly known as the Square of la Turlure, the Square Marcel Bleustein Blanchet sits right behind the Sacré-Cœur. But fear not about its quietness; you’ll be shielded from flashes and tourists. Close to the lawns and benches, you’ll find a perfect spot for a game of pétanque. [Read more]
Esplanade des Invalides: a vast, open space to play with friends
On this enormous green in front of the Invalides and the Army Museum, you can toss the cochonnet with friends, without having to chase away the rabbits that linger here year-round. [Read more]
Arsenal Garden: feet in the water
On the outskirts of the Arsenal basin and the Bastille, you can settle into a little corner along the water with a view of the boats. It could almost pass for the South of France, after all! [Read more]
The Niçois: Like Being at Home!
Rosé, pastis, tapenade, pissaladière and a boules court in the basement—enough to evoke holidays in the south, right in the heart of the capital! [Read more]
