Marché des Enfants-Rouges, since 1615, still without a wrinkle, nestled between rue des Oiseaux and rue de Bretagne

Marché des Enfants-Rouges, since 1615, still without a wrinkle, nestled between rue des Oiseaux and rue de Bretagne

Marché Couvert des Enfants-Rouges, between rue des Oiseaux and rue de Bretagne

Named after the residents of an old orphanage who wore red clothing, this covered market—the oldest of Paris’s 13—sparked controversy between 1994 and 1995 when locals opposed its demolition, planned to make way for a parking lot, a market, and a daycare center. The new socialist mayor, Pierre Aidenbaum, championed its preservation.

Hôtel de Ville de Paris: Renovated in the late 1990s, it is Paris’s oldest covered market—and likely one of France’s oldest. Around twenty vendors, including numerous caterers offering a wide variety of specialties, contribute to the market’s welcoming atmosphere, where freshness and quality are paramount.

Over 400 years old, the Marché Couvert des Enfants-Rouges hasn’t aged a day! The capital’s oldest food market sits in the Haut-Marais, just steps from rue de Bretagne. Parisians and tourists alike stock up on fresh produce, enjoying the vibrant, fragrant stalls. In a warm, family-friendly setting, visitors can grab a quick lunch at the Italian grocer, the organic stand, the Lebanese deli, or even the Japanese snack bar. On Sundays, brunch lovers flock to L’Estaminet, a restaurant tucked in the heart of the market, or La Petite Fabrique.

TripAdvisor The Marché Couvert des Enfants-Rouges is located near Place de la République. It mainly features food stalls, greengrocers, grocery stores, and more. Discover all the traders at this market on the website jadoremonmarche(dot)fr and enjoy exclusive offers!

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