Hello Paris lovers,

Late August is here - that magical in-between when Paris is both sleepy and buzzing. Tourists wander wide-eyed, locals slowly drift back from holiday, and the cafés fill again with laughter. Whether you’re catching the last rays on a terrace or sneaking into a hidden courtyard, here’s your Thursday guide - fresh, handy, and with just the right touch of Parisian mischief.

TODAY IN PARIS - Quick Local Snapshot

• 🌤 Weather: 28 °C / 82 °F this afternoon with a light breeze - summer’s last hurrah. Dropping to 19 °C / 66 °F tonight.
  
  

• 🎶 Key Event: Jazz à la Villette kicks off tonight with Avishai Cohen Trio - outdoor groove under the stars.
  
  

   

• 🚇 Metro Tip: Line 14 will close early tonight between Olympiades and Châtelet (from 11 PM) for works.

WHAT'S ON - This Week’s Picks

• 🎭 Art & Culture: Rodin, l’Inédit - newly revealed sketches at Musée Rodin, until Sept. 30.
  
  
• 🥐 Food & Markets: Marché des Enfants Rouges - summer tomatoes and basil are at their peak.
  
  
• 🌌 Outdoors & Fun: Cinéma en Plein Air at Parc de la Villette - cult classics on the giant screen, through August 25.

PARIS LEARNS - Cultural Bite

The Tour Saint-Jacques once served as a meeting point for pilgrims heading to Santiago de Compostela. Today, it’s one of Paris’s most Instagrammable towers.

Emotional Corner - Heart of Paris

Paris has opened a section of the River Seine for public swimming for the first time since 1923.

Paris Reopens Urban Swimming Area in River Seine to Promote Environmental Awareness and Improve Quality of Life.

This initiative aims to improve the quality of urban life by offering residents a new leisure activity and promoting environmental awareness.

The swimming area is equipped with lifeguards, eco-friendly filtration systems, and designated areas for different activities.

The project is part of efforts to make the Seine river cleaner and more accessible for recreational use, as well as to promote sustainability in the city.

YOUR TURN - Interactive !

Send us your photos of:

• A hidden courtyard

• A curious street detail

• An odd shopfront

• A rooftop view
  
  

👉 The most original will be featured in next Thursday’s issue — and the winner gets a surprise prize! 🎁

THE WINK

Paris isn’t just a city - it’s your best-kept secret in the pocket of your jeans. 😉