Paris

The capital of France, Paris is located on the banks of the Seine River in the north of the country, in the heart of the Île-de-France region. With a rich history and unique architectural heritage, it immerses every visitor in an unparalleled energy and atmosphere.

Throughout its 80 districts, Paris is brimming with historic monuments, parks, squares, hidden alleys, and countless cultural venues. It's also a bustling city shaped daily by artisans and creative entrepreneurs who embrace its traditions to perpetuate and revive them. To discover or rediscover it, we recommend strolling, on foot or by bike, and letting yourself be guided by the encounters you make along the way. In the footsteps of this edition's guides: bookseller, feather artist, conductor, prima ballerina, urban planner, flower grower, and food critic, you'll get off the beaten track and slip into the shoes of real Parisians for a weekend or a week.

Illustrations: Kinga Katanics
Photography: Charlène Lambert Gazzola

The inhabitants of Paris

 

Paris

A Week Abroad meets the people who make their city or region so special. Artisans, chefs, nature lovers, artists, entrepreneurs, and shop owners — these local figures are, above all, driven by passion.