‘Aristide Bruant in his Cabaret’ by Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec (1892) The namesake for the street on which our hostel sits, Aristide Bruant was a character known to all in Montmartre. Today, Bruant is most recognised for his likeness in Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec’s iconic post impressionist prints. But what of the man behind the felt hat and red scarf? From Bourgeois to Bellevilloise…
Takanori Ogisu’s depiction of Rue Lepic in 1931. Today the 755 winding metres of Rue Lepic are home to a plethora of boutiques and eateries. The history of Rue Lepic however, is one filled with rebellion and innovation. According to local folklore, after being forced to abandon his horse and trek up the old path to the church on the…
France is famous for its cinema, and Paris is overflowing with local picture houses just waiting to be explored. Historic Montmartre is host to some of the city’s oldest and most unique movie theatres. Here’s our guide to the 5 best cinemas in Montmartre. 1. Studio 28 Amelie goes to the movies. Studio 28 Montmartre’s most beloved picture house, the…
Your Local Guide to Amélie’s Montmartre Nestled in the heart of the 18eme, our guests are footsteps away from many of the sites in Amélie’s Montmartre. The Café des 2 Moulin (15 Rue Lepic) Minus the tobacco shop, Amelie’s place of work remains just as it was in the film. Unfortunately boasting none of the eccentric staff in the film, it does however serve…
Situated on Place Emile Goudeau, on the edge of Place de Tetre, Bateau-Lavoir was once home to many of Montmartre’s illustrious artists. A residence and meeting place for some of the era’s most prominent creatives, it was also the birthplace of Cubism. A former « guinguette« , the building was converted into house in 1860 and later divided into space for artists…
The present day Moulin de la Galette Immortalised in paint by the likes of Renoir and Van Gogh, the Moulin de la Galette has a storied history in Montmartre. The moulin (windmill) was originally comprised of two mills: le Blute-fin and le Radet. Together the two mills were known as le Moulin du Palais, the first mention of which came…
View of Montmartre with Windmills1886 Vincent Van Gogh spent two years living in Paris, from 1886-1888. The majority of that time was spent living with his art dealer brother Theo in Montmartre. As Montmartre edged on the periphery of Paris, the countryside consequently bestowed an opportunity to paint the area’s city and rural settings. Van Gogh and his brother lived…
Situated in the middle of Boulevard de Clichy, Pigalle is small in size, but grand in notoriety. In the early 20th century Pigalle was a grim world of pickpockets, prostitutes and strip clubs. Today, Pigalle is grim world of pickpockets, prostitutes and strip clubs, where you can buy a decent kebab. The area’s infamy has been replicated in film many…