Place des Vosges

Nestled on a hill, around 300 meters from the Sacre Coeur Basilica, is The Place des Vosges. It is the longest-standing square in the heart of the spectacular Marais District in Paris. This is also one of the most beautiful squares in Paris.

It is lined with lush trees and red brick houses. Notably, the construction of this 408 years old Place des Vosges was commissioned by King Henri IV in 1605. It was completed in 1612 and was inaugurated in that same year to celebrate the engagement of Louis XIII and Anne of Austria.


After the French Revolution, this square was renamed to give a tribute to the north-east region of Vosges, bordering Luxembourg & Germany, as it was the foremost to pay taxes levied by the new government. Notably, the square is today the ideal spot for a walk in the historic and pleasant neighborhood of Marais with its rich heritage & atmosphere. Visitors can walk beneath the arches or along the paths of the central garden & praise the beautiful facades of red brick. The shops here open on Sundays & enhance the vibrancy of the spot.