Monceau and Batignolles – Paris’ hidden gem
Paris off the beaten path: Monceau and Batignolles Well, Monceau and Batignolles ARE totally offbeat and non touristy neighbourhoods of Paris. And yet, this Paris walking itinerary starts at one of the most popular landmarks of Paris: The Arc de Triomphe. This landmark qualifies as…
Belleville – Paris’ village
Belleville – the village in the east of Paris If you spent a few days in Paris already and decide to visit Belleville, you realise as soon as you step out the Metro that Belleville is nothing like the rest of the city. You won’t…
Montmartre – all you need to know!
If you ask around, many Parisians will probably say that Montmartre is not what it used to be – and that’s probably true. It was probably already true 30 years ago and yet, the village around the hilltop of Montmartre is one of the most…
Vanves Flea Market and more – explore Paris’ south
Updated June 2019 It’s possible you’ve never heard of the Vanves flea market. It’s not the world famous antique market Puces de St.Ouen that you find in the north of Paris and it’s also not even remotely as big. However, if you are a vintage…
