When visiting Paris, you will most likely spend most of your time within the centre – where all the action happens, where most sights and landmarks are and also most shops. But did you know that Paris has actually 20 different neighbourhoods?
This section of Salut from Paris is about the different districts of Paris and especially about those, that are not in the centre and are often overseen. The list is by far not complete, I will introduce more neighbourhoods soon, so come back in a bit!
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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…
Belleville – Paris’ village
Updated: January 2020 Belleville – the village in the east of Paris Content of this post Belleville – the village in the east of ParisWhy should you visit Belleville?Best things to do in Bellevillespot the best Street ArtMusee Edith Piaf and her childhood houseParc…
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…
Vanves Flea Market and more – explore Paris’ south
Updated May 2020 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…
