Marché des Enfants Rouges

The Marché des Enfants Rouges is the oldest covered market[1] in Paris, France. It was established in the early 1600s[1] and is located at 39 Rue de Bretagne in the Marais (3rd) arrondissement.

The name in English translates as "Market of the Red Children" and refers to the children clothed in red (the color of charity) who were cared for in a nearby orphanage.[2] The market offers fresh fruits, vegetables, flowers and bread, plus restaurants where shoppers can buy cooked meals.[3] Look for the small iron gate.

Metro: Temple or Filles du Calvaire. Hours: Closed Mondays.

References

  1. 1 2 "New York Times travel guide". New York Times. Retrieved 5 June 2012.
  2. ↑ Brunton, John (28 November 2008). "The best Paris markets". London: The Guardian. Retrieved 5 June 2012.
  3. ↑ "3rd Arrondissement (Upper Marais)". Travel and Leisure. Retrieved 5 June 2012.

Coordinates: 48°51′46″N 2°21′43″E / 48.8628°N 2.3620°E / 48.8628; 2.3620

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