Notre-Dame-des-Champs

Notre-Dame-des-Champs
 Paris 6e

In the 14th century, it was called "Chemin Herbu" (Grassy Road)

It doesn't deny its past as a bucolic passageway, rue Notre-Dame des Champs!


This little street leading from Saint-Germain to the chapel in Notre-Dame-des-Champs, no longer standing, is only just over a kilometre long but has held the fascination of the artists who have set up their studios there over the years and marked memories.


Today, this district tucked between Saint-Sulpice and Montparnasse cemetery has retained a village charm with a bohemian atmosphere inherited from those very studios, while at the same time becoming family centred and well-to-do.


Henner, Rosa Bonheur, Georges Roux, the illustrator for Jules Verne, Renaudot and Gustave Courbet, all lived, dreamt and worked here, imbuing the neighbourhood with a lasting bohemian spirit.


Not to be left out, writers have also swarmed to the district over time, including Victor Hugo, André Gide, Pierre Larousse and even Ernest Hemingway, who have all left their imprint.


Steeped in culture, history and a studious past, it has continued on this path since, now home to the top schools in Paris, and even perhaps France - Stanislas, Notre-Dame de Sion and the École alsacienne, all neighbours of excellence that have brought a more family ambiance to this part of the 6th arrondissement.


Architecture

18th-century properties, magnificent Haussmann constructions, Art Deco buildings and their more modern counterparts stand side by side in harmony in this district, shaping its history and offering a broad real estate palette comprised of both old and new - rare for Paris -, but always high class.

The area is family friendly, with plenty of spacious properties that are always in good repair. 




The locals are wealthy couples or families, and investments here are always sound.

Not to be missed

The former artist’s studios on Rue Notre Dame des Champs embody all the splendour of Montparnasse’s heyday, while the entirely tiled façade, like the metro, of 26 Rue Vavin and the caryatids of no.82 of the same street offer an architectural exploration of the little-known Parisian Art Deco.

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Neighborhood Life

Life in the district moves to the pace of its prestigious schools, with plenty of hubbub at letting out time. Bookstores and study spots are also not lacking, nor are cultural institutions, such as the Théâtre du Lucernaire.


The many local shops as well as the organic market open on Sundays on Boulevard Raspail round off this family-bubble feel.



The restaurants have almost an equal reputation to the generations of artists who have dined there, at La Rotonde, Le Dôme, La Coupole and La Closerie des Lilas, and which have seen Fitzgerald lectured by Hemingway or Cendrars and Rilke squabble.


The more exotic menus proposed by Benchy, Quinsou and Sando Rolls will take your taste buds on a culinary voyage.


A mixture of tradition and curiosity that sits perfectly with the district, a stone’s throw from the Jardin du Luxembourg.


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The Luxembourg Gardens

Created in 1612 at the request of Marie de Medici, widow of King Henri IV, this French garden extends over 23 hectares around the Luxembourg Palace, which today houses the French Senate. 

The garden is known for its peaceful atmosphere and beautiful landscaping, combining manicured flower beds, historic sculptures, and expansive lawns. Its central pool, where children sail small sailing boats, is an iconic place in the park. There are also areas dedicated to children's games, tennis courts, music kiosks, as well as charming little cafes. 

Art lovers will discover several famous statues there, including that of Queen Marie de Medici, mythological figures, as well as the miniature Statue of Liberty created by Bartholdi. The garden also hosts the Luxembourg Museum, which offers temporary exhibitions devoted to art and history.

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Rue de Rennes

An iconic bustling shopping street with numerous fashion, decoration and gastronomy boutiques. Running alongside several historic districts, Rue de Rennes offers a pleasant walk in the heart of the Left Bank.

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Lucernaire

A versatile cultural venue that combines theater, cinema, an art gallery, and a literary café. Founded in 1968, this place has built a reputation for its commitment to artistic creation and its avant-garde spirit. The Lucernaire offers a diverse program that blends classical and contemporary theater, live performances, and art-house films, creating a space where different forms of cultural expression meet.

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La Rotonde

A true institution. Opened in 1911, this brasserie has welcomed numerous artists, writers, and intellectuals over the years, making it a true symbol of Parisian cultural life. Among its famous patrons are figures such as Picasso, Modigliani, Hemingway, and Sartre, who frequented this place for its lively discussions and friendly atmosphere.

Sous les Cerisiers

A place that elegantly blends French and Japanese cuisine. This establishment offers a refined gastronomic experience, led by Chef Sakura Franck, who draws inspiration from her Japanese roots and her training in French haute cuisine. The setting is intimate and serene, with a minimalist decor that evokes nature, particularly cherry blossoms, symbols of fleeting beauty in Japanese culture.

Our properties in the Notre-Dame-des-Champs neighborhood and surroundings

The Notre Dame des Champs district is a sought-after area for properties such as lofts and artists' studios. 

These were the homes of American painter James Abbott McNeill Whisler, Expressionist painter Max Beckmann and Cubist painter Fernand Léger, who in 1924 founded the Académie de l'Art Moderne, which became the Académie de l'Art Contemporain in 1934. 

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