Galerie Véro-Dodat

Galerie Véro-Dodat

In 1826, two friends, Messieurs Véro and Dodat, opened a covered galerie 

between Rue du Bouloi and Rue Jean-Jacques Rousseau.  

Built in Neoclassical style with a decor that included details of copper and cast iron, 

along with mirrors and the black and white marble floor, 

it quickly became the darling of Paris.

This early winter morning photo found the passage

in fine order, a close reflection of its 19th century beauty.

Galerie Véro-Dodat
Rue Jean-Jacques et Rue du Bouloi
Métro Palais Royal
75001 Paris

Passage du Grand Cerf

Passage du Grand Cerf

This covered passage has attracted boutiques and galleries with offerings of art, fine crafts, jewelry arts, antiques, and more.  The original tiles and the high ceilings attest to its authenticity.

Originating from the end of the 18th century, these covered shopping arcades provided shelter from the inclement weather and the muddy streets of Paris.  Even today it is a great option to explore on a rainy weather day in Paris.

Le Passage du Grand Cerf

145, rue Saint Denis

75002, Paris

Métro Etienne Marcel

Passage du Caire

Passage du Caire

Compared to the elegant upscale Gallerie Vivianne, this passage of the same era is in deplorable condition.  The structure is mostly intact and if you squint your eyes you can imagine how lovely it must have been in the late 1700s.  It is reportedly the oldest surviving passage in Paris.

I am hopeful for a brighter future for Passage du Caire

Passage du Caire

237-239, rue St. Denis

75002, Paris

Métro Sentier

Galerie Vivienne - les artistes étudiants

Galerie Vivienne

student artists

If you frequent the side halls in the famous covered passages of Paris, 
you will likely see gatherings of students 
sketching the century-old architecture.  
The arches, the moldings, the skylights, 
and even the floor tiles are worthy of a sketch.

You will see students in the not-so-famous covered passages as well

Galerie Vivienne

Rue des Petits Champs, 

Rue de la Banque, et Rue Vivienne

75002, Paris

Métro Bourse, Métro Pyramides, ou Bus 29

Galerie Vivienne - Wolff et Descourtis

Wolff et Descourtis

This charming boutique in Galerie Vivienne 

displays an exquisite collection of scarves and shawls 

in silk, challis, wool, and cashmere.  

This highly regarded, family-owned textile business dates back to 1875, 

and is still managed by the Wolff family.

The colors and designs are delicious,

and I understand that all the fabrics are limited editions.

Wolff et Descourtis

18, galerie Vivienne

75002, Paris

Caves Legrand - Bar à vin

Caves Legrand

Accessed through Galeries Vivienne and from Rue de la Banque, this wine shop was operated by several generations of Legrands.  It was bought in 2000 by Gerard Sibourd-Baudry and Christian de Chateauvieux who renovated the place while keeping its quality wines orientation.  An inspired initiative was to add a wine bar section in the middle of the shop in 2001.  

Not only do they have good wines, but the ambiance is charming with an assortment of small plates to enjoy with your wine.  It is not exactly hidden, but is in a quiet corner of Galerie Vivienne.

bon weekend!

Caves Legrand

Galerie Vivienne

1, rue de la Banque

75002, Paris

Galerie Vivienne - IX

Galerie Vivienne

This is one of my favorite places to stay warm and 

window shop on a cold dreary day in Paris.  

Holly and I enjoyed the toy store with their wonderful selection of books.

After shopping you can always stop at A Priori Thé for a bit of tea.

Yes, most of my excursions in Paris involve a beverage and a pastry!

Galerie Vivienne

Rue des Petits Champs, 

Rue de la Banque, et Rue Vivienne

75002, Paris

Métro Bourse, Métro Pyramides, ou Bus 29  

Artisan en réflexion

The covered galleries of Paris provide a window

into the ateliers and studios of artists.

Galerie Vivienne

bon weekend!

Galerie Vivienne
75002 Paris

Galerie Véro-Dodat -- un passage couvert

In 1826, two friends, Messieurs Véro and Dodat, opened a covered galerie between Rue du Bouloi and Rue Jean-Jacques Rousseau.  Built in Neoclassical style with a decor that included details of copper and cast iron, along with mirrors and the black and white marble floor, it quickly became the darling of Paris.  At the very end of this covered passage, is the Louboutin boutique I featured a few days ago.

A recent renovation and sprucing holds promise for its future. 

The mirrors, the rich woods, the marble... all were sparkling.

Galerie Véro-Dodat
Rue Jean-Jacques et Rue du Bouloi
Métro Palais Royal
75001 Paris