Guide me in Paris

 The first Metro station called “Porte Maillot” opened in 1900 and was the terminus of Line 1, and was therefore a loop, allowing trains to turn around without reversing. Like Porte Dauphine and Porte de Vincennes, it was arranged with a central waiting area and tracks on either side, with two tunnels. The station was replaced with a new station a short distance to the west with the extension of Line 1 to Pont de Neuilly in 1937. The new line dives down and passes under the old loop. In 1992 this old station was turned into a reception area by the RATP, now the “Espace Maillot”. The new platforms were built 105 metres long to accommodate 7 cars trains in the future, a plan which has never been realised. Read the rest of this entry »

The “One Two Two Club”  rue de Provence 75008 (Metro St Lazare or Havre Caumartin) was one of the most prestigious and popular brothels in Paris. The “One Two Two” pronounced in English,was a a very well known brothel, used by many famous people including Cary Grant and Randolph Churchill, Winston Churchill’s son. Read the rest of this entry »

As promised, I decided to get up early this morning (Sunday-sleep in day!) and take some photos of ‘Les Arènes de Lutèce’. What an amazing place!, It can be found at 49 Rue Monge/Rues des Arènes Paris 75005 (Metro Cardinal-Lemoine) and like most of the points of interest on my blog, it’s free. Read the rest of this entry »

The Oldest Tree in Paris can be found in the Square Vivani in the 5th district, left bank opposite the Notre-Dame Cathedral (Metro Pl St-Michel). It dates back to 1602, and was brought from Virginia (USA) to Europe as a present for King Henri IV. As you can see from the photos, there is a concrete frame supporting this beauiful tree. I strongly recommend a visit to this park where you also have an incredible view of Notre-Dame.  Give this tree a cuddle!! Read the rest of this entry »

51 Rue de Montmorency 75003 (Metro Etienne Marcel) is the oldest house in Paris dating back to 1407. Built by Nicolas Flamel who worked at the University of Paris and built the house for local farm workers. Now the house is a very nice auberge serving a three course meal for €25 including drinks and coffee!!. You should definitely check this out!

Auberge Nicolas Flamel (please see link below)

Google Map (please click here)

Debauve & Gallais is the oldest chocolate makers in Paris, founded in 1800 it was the official supplier to the kings of France. The address is 30 rue Saint Pères 75007 (Metro Rue du Bac or St Germain des Prés) . You will find some great selections of chocs here, my favourite is the coffee flavoured ganache.

Please see links below

Please click here (Debauve & Gallais Site)

Google Maps (Please click here)

The Procope 13 rue de l’Ancienne Comédie 75006 (Metro Odeon) is the oldest restaurant in Paris dating back to 1686. The menus are good value for money, for a three course meal at lunch time prices start at €24 or in the evening, three course meals are from €32. I strongly recommend the “a la carte” menu, slightly more expensive but a far better choice. Check out the actual building that leans to one side!.

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Le Procope (Please click on link)

Google Map  (please click here)