Enfants-Rouges Market, since 1615, still without a wrinkle, 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 a former orphanage who wore red cloth, the oldest of Paris's 13 covered markets was the subject of controversy between 1994 and 1995: some residents opposed its demolition, which was planned to make way for a parking lot, a market, and a nursery. The new socialist mayor, Pierre Aidenbaum, promoted its preservation.

Paris City Hall: Renovated in the late 1990s, it is the oldest covered market in Paris, and undoubtedly one of the oldest in France. Around twenty traders, including many caterers offering a variety of specialties, contribute to the friendly atmosphere of this market, where freshness and quality are the watchwords.

The Enfants Rouges covered market, created in 1615, hasn't aged a bit! The oldest food market in the capital is located in the Haut Marais, a stone's throw from Rue de Bretagne. Parisians and tourists alike stock up on fresh produce, enjoying the colorful and fragrant stalls. In a friendly and good-natured atmosphere, you can improvise a lunch break at the Italian grocery store, the organic stand, the Lebanese delicatessen, or even the Japanese snack bar. On Sundays, brunch lovers rush to L'Estaminet, a restaurant nestled in the heart of the market, or to La Petite Fabrique.

TripAdvisor The Marché Couvert des Enfants Rouges is located near Place de la République. It mainly features food stalls, greengrocers, grocers, etc. Discover all the merchants at this market on the website jadoremonmarche(dot)fr and take advantage of exclusive deals!