The 11th arrondissement of Paris: The cool part of town
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- Опубликовано: 15 май 2022
- The 11th arrondissement is undoubtedly the cool part of town. Some call it the trendiest Paris district. It’s where you might find an eco-friendly garden hotel, a 1920s themed speakeasy bar, and a restaurant that’s so cool you can’t even find its name on the facade.
We found all those places, plus took a more traditional exploration through the old alleyways that were once thriving artisanal passages. Here’s everything we discovered during our 24 hours in the 11th arrondissement.
This podcast episode on the 11th district of Paris includes an interview with Guy Griffin from Cafe Mericourt and our final ranking on the district out of 100. theearfultower.com/2022/05/09...
The Earful Tower’s guide to the 11th arrondissement
Where to stay?
Eden Lodge: This hotel offers eco-friendly and sustainable living at the back of a miraculously quiet and green garden. If you need some zen-like escape from the bustle of Paris, this is the place for you. Our room had a large balcony and a very comfortable bed, the breakfast was lovely, and the common rooms were tastefully designed. Cat lovers: There are at least two wondering around this hotel and they’re very friendly. @edenlodgeparis Address: 175 Rue de Charonne, 75011
The best cafe
Cafe Mericourt: There are loads of cafes in this neighbourhood but none match Cafe Mericourt, run by Guy Griffin. This place is an Earful Tower favourite, we have been coming here since before it opened. In fact, one of the first ever live videos was Guy showing us the facade of this cafe the same day he got the keys to it five years ago. Killer coffee and brunch options in a beautiful setting. @cafemericourt Address: 22 Rue de la Folie Méricourt, 75011
The best restaurants
Chambre Noir: This is the place that didn’t have a name on the facade. We didn’t even know if we’d come to the right place, but hipster whispers by the Canal Saint-Martin had insisted this was the place for dinner. A large wine menu and tapas for dinner, try the cheesy asparagus for a good time. @chambrenoireparis Address: 137, Rue Saint-Maur, 75011
Best place for a drink
Mobster Bar: We love a good gimmick and this one was fun. Pick up the phone out the front of this 1920s themed bar and a voice will ask you a prohibition-themed trivia question. You’ll have to type the correct combination into the keypad to get in, where you’ll be met with smartly dressed bartenders serving cocktails to customers in darkened rooms. @mobster_bar Address: 8 Rue de Crussol, 75011
More things to find in the 11th arrondissement
Ateliers des Lumières: Opened in 2018, this is one of the newest museums in Paris and it’s well worth a visit. You can see classical works of art from the likes of Dali, Van Gogh and Cezanne projected on the expansive industrial museum walls . You’ve not experienced a museum like this before! @ateliersdeslumieres Address: 38 Rue Saint-Maur, 75011
Marché Bastille Every arrondissement in Paris has its own market - and often more than one at that. But, the Bastille market has something special about it, whether you’re interested in purchasing some produce, or just want to soak up the atmosphere, it’s the ideal market. Our advice: start at the end furthest from the Bastille, the quality is better this side. Open Thursdays and Sundays 8:30AM - 1:30PM. Address: 2018 Bd Richard-Lenoir, 75011
Explore the hidden passageways of the 11th arrondissement
The 11th is full of old alleyways which were once teeming with artisans. Furniture makers, frame fixers, handymen and more. Nowadays, the passages are still there, but it’s often residents or office workers inside the buildings. If you know where to look, you’ll find stunning oases of calm and sometimes an artisan from today plying their trade. A good one to start at is Passage Lhomme.
That will do for now! I hope you enjoyed episode ten for this new season.
A big thanks to Augusta Sagnelli for the photos, Charlotte Pleasants for the additional reporting, Pres Maxson for the original music, and to the Patreon members who make all this possible. Join them here. / theearfultower
Love that you did a great tour of the 11th, especially the passages. My granddaughter will be the first American student at Académie de Bande Dessinée Delcourt in the 11th this September. We are over the moon, she is super excited to start her next adventure.
I'll be back in Paris April 2024 staying in the 11th arroundesmont at the Hotel Bastille!😎♥️
great job guys, with these short clips you manage to capture the soul and vibe of an entire district. greetings from austria
Thank you very much!
Love these bite sized documentaries Lena and Oliver, you make a great team said before best online couple ever!
It looks lovely, thank you! I've been racking my brains on which area to stay in, on my upcoming trip to Paris. This was really helpful!
Je connais. Bien. Ce. Quartier et ses petits passages. Sympathiques et fleuris
Love the marche bastille
Indeed ,the 11th was my 1st district,rue de la Roquette et bvrd Voltaire ,i still love it ,once in a while I take a walk from la Bastille ,on the whole they make good espresso and you can get good bread in some "boulangeries"
so cool my man
You make it all look so beautiful... every Monday, when you post a new video, you manage to make me want to be in Paris, to be as cool as you two, as stylish as Lina, go to those cafes. I know real life isn't that easy but... let me dream a bit xD 'Victoria antiquités'. Yes, that's how I feel. Ancient, ha ha. Those passages remind me of the film 'Final Portrait' about the sculptor Alberto Giacometti, who lived in one of those derelict studios in a passage, apparently. I saw the film a few years ago and had no recolection of it being written and directed by Stanley Tucci, as Wikipedia kindly informs me!
I'll have to look that one up. Thanks!
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Thank you for the video. We will be staying in the 11th in October during our first trip to Paris. You gave us a nice preview. Also, love the music you had playing. Sort of a French/Jazzy sound. Is there a name of the musical artist?