If you're looking for a little piece of Sweden in Paris, you've come to the right place. Head for theSwedish Institute, nestled in the heart of the Marais district! Considered Sweden's only cultural center abroad, theSwedish Institute is housed in theHôtel de Marle, a sublime 16th-century mansion, partly listed, acquired by the Swedish state in 1965. After extensive renovation work, theSwedish Institute was inaugurated in 1971 at N°11 rue Payenne, in the 3rd arrondissement.
Since then, this institution, a veritable showcase for Swedish culture in the capital, has offered a rich and varied program to the widest possible audience throughout the year! From concerts, notably for the Fêtede la musique and Midsommar, to cinema , literature, design and exhibitions... theSwedish Institute regularly hosts temporary exhibitions, as well as a permanent art exhibition featuring paintings, sculptures and engravings tracing Franco-Swedish relations over the last few centuries.
TheSwedish Institute is also well known to Parisians eager to learn the Swedish language before a stay in the land of the Dalarna horse.
In addition to the beauty of the mansion that houses theSwedish Institute, the cultural center has many other assets, such as the courtyard and garden, which are also open to the public. In summer, these two spaces are popular venues for an ephemeral library, an open-air cinema and contemporary art installations.
Last but not least, gourmets won't be left out, thanks to the FIKA café in one of the wings of the Hôtel de Marle. On the menu? Swedish specialities, of course, including the unmissable kanelbullar, Swedish cinnamon rolls. When the sun comes out, regulars like to meet on the café's terrace, set in the cobbled courtyard.
The FIKA Café at the Swedish Institute
Fika, that's the name of the café that opened its doors at the Swedish Institute. In the paved courtyard of the free cultural site, which puts Sweden in the spotlight, we discover a welcoming and luminous coffee shop with a terrace, which offers us nice Swedish specialties. In pre-opening this summer, the coffee shop makes its comeback and its official opening and reveals us its delicacies. [Read more]
Fête de la Musique 2024 in Paris: Midsommar and free concert at the Swedish Institute
For this year's Fête de la Musique, which takes place on Friday June 21, 2024, the garden of the Swedish Institute in Paris is once again hosting a concert, offering spectators a tasty, free musical treat. Just before the concert, the public will be able to discover traditional Midsommar dances! [Read more]
Following the waves: the art of Lars Fredrikson, Anastasia Ax and Christine Ödlund at the Swedish Institute
Sponsored - The Swedish Institute presents an exhibition and events featuring images, installations and sculptures by Lars Fredrikson, Anastasia Ax and Christine Ödlund. Poetry, readings, a concert, animated objects, movement... Experience the Suivre les ondes season, from March 8 to June 16, 2024! [Read more]
Nuit des Musées 2024: discover the Swedish Institute in Paris
Located in the Marais district of Paris, the Swedish Institute regularly organizes cultural events. Take advantage of Nuit des Musées, this Saturday, May 18, 2024, to discover these exciting events! [Read more]
Following the waves: a free contemporary art exhibition at the Swedish Institute, our photos
Contemporary art invites itself to the Swedish Institute this spring. Visit the famous Scandinavian cultural center in Paris from March 8 to June 16, 2024 to discover the installation "Suivre les ondes" ("Following the waves"). Free of charge, this exhibition features a selection of works by Lars Fredrikson in resonance with those by artists Anastasia Ax and Christine Ödlund. [Read more]
Location
Swedish Institute
11 rue Payenne
75003 Paris 3
Official website
paris.si.se
The FIKA Café at the Swedish Institute
