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 Prairie du Canal, Bobigny: the eco-open-air elecro farm reopens for the summer season
La Prairie du Canal in Bobigny is back on Saturday, April 5, 2025 for another sunny season! On Saturdays and some Sundays, this ephemeral ecological farm hosts open airs, flea markets, workshops, concerts, biodiversity areas and events of all kinds, just outside Paris, to the delight of budding gardeners, children and adults alike! [Read more]
Stade Léo Lagrange: the 12th arrondissement sports complex for pétanque
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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]
The Jardin du Luxembourg, an exotic setting in the heart of Paris
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Les Arènes de Lutèce, a Gallo-Roman amphitheatre in the heart of Paris
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Chez Bouboule, the pétanque bistro in Montorgueil, Oberkampf and Pigalle
Discover Chez Bouboule, the indoor pétanque bar that's revolutionizing your evenings in Paris! Located in Montorgueil, Oberkampf and Pigalle, the three establishments promise memorable afterworks and other moments of conviviality, with an exquisite menu and cocktails. Ready to shoot or punch? [Read more]
Rosa Bonheur à l'Ouest, the festive barge on the Quays of Asnières-sur-Seine (92)
Rosa à l'Ouest, Rosa Bonheur's signature guinguette, is back after a short closure for renovations in winter 2024, with its usual festive, family-friendly program from Thursday to Sunday, every week! [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]
The Hangar Y restaurant by Guillaume Sanchez
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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 king of braised meat in the heart of Les 4 Temps, in 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 gardens of the Palais-Royal in Paris, a favorite of Parisians
The gardens of the Palais-Royal are one of the most popular spots for Parisians when the sun shines on the capital. We explain why. [Read more]
Square Suzanne Buisson
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Place Paul Verlaine
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Square des Batignolles
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Square Marcel Bleustein Blanchet
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Esplanade des Invalides
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The Niçois
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Arsenal Garden
