Place des Vosges

Place des Vosges

Place des Vosges is the oldest square in Paris, France. Originally called the Royal Square, it was built by Henry IV between 1605 and 1612. The square is an elegantly designed, perfectly harmonious square shape, enclosed by 39 red-brick buildings. It can be said that Place des Vosges is the earliest fully designed public space still in existence in Paris, predating the city’s modernization by far.

Square shapes are rare in Paris, and the design of arcaded facades along the streets is even more uncommon. The uniformly arranged tall windows and the square brick patterns on the facades add a musical rhythm to the ensemble of buildings. Place des Vosges still retains a uniquely tranquil atmosphere. Strolling under the arcades, you can casually step into various galleries to admire works that are either boldly avant-garde or classically refined, and you’re sure to find something you love. There are also many cafés and small restaurants under the arcades, attracting regulars to savor the romance and elegance of Paris. The arcade often hosts performances by various artists, and if you’re interested, you can sit in a corner, quietly enjoy, and slowly appreciate the art.

Place des Vosges

Must-visit reason: The oldest square in Paris

Continent where the attraction is located: Europe【Europe】

Country/Region where the attraction is located: France[France]

Province/State where the attraction is located: Île-de-France Region [Ile-de-France Region]

City where the attraction is located: Paris [Paris]