Saint-Germain-des-Prés - the arts district
The Saint-Germain-des-Prés district of Paris is a jewel imbued with the soul of the artists who have lived there. Famous not only for the abbey of the same name, it embodies the theatre of artistic freedom and openness. After the turmoil of the Second World War, the music scene took off in the district, welcoming within its walls the great names of French culture such as Ferré, Brassens, Brel, Gainsbourg or Aznavour.
Nestled between the 6th and 7th arrondissements of Paris, this artistic sanctuary continues to attract a population animated by its history and the liveliness of its streets all year round. You can soak up this warm atmosphere over a coffee at the famous Café de Flore, a favourite meeting place of Simone de Beauvoir, or take a break in the Luxembourg Gardens, where Marius, Jean Valjean and Cosette, Victor Hugo's mythical characters, crossed paths.
Today, the area is also home to luxury boutiques, adding to the prestige and elegance of this place of culture and French lifestyle. It is a must see in Paris, a place to immerse yourself in and enjoy.
