La Belle Hortense

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"A unique and cosy café restaurant nested in a nice book store - the atmosphere is generous, calm and romantic, helped by a great miroir hanged to the ceiling that show the street spectacle. With a nice music of French crowners from the past, enjoy a café or a drink or a delicious meal among books : the dream 📚 Adding in that the staff is very welcoming and charming, and you'll have yourself a a real authentic atmosphere within these walls packed with books..."
Annie Kattapuram
"Another gem for the literary enthusiasts. The walls are covered in black and white photos, the shelves are stocked with classic books and there are ready bottles of organic wines to drink. It is a great place for a quiet evening out. The food is delicious French home cooking, made in Le Petit Fer à Cheval, the restaurant across the street. The service staff move between the two cafes so you are not left waiting."
Dennis Johansson
"Red wine, books and some cheese. It doesn't get more French than this."
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If for you, a town isn't a town without a bookshop, you're in the right place! Welcome to the ultimate Parisian bookstores map, where I give you all my favorite adresses to buy your next favorite book, leaf through novels for hour, talk about literature with a nice nice bookseller, and read, above all 😇 From the very pretty ones to the little peaceful cafes where you'll have the perfect reading date, you'll find everything here, and more. Every place is described in details to help you enjoy it at its best. As I will continue my adventures through Paris's bookstores, I will update this guide, adding adresses and anecdotes, so don't forget to saved it to your library 🌿 About me 👀 I am a French girl that moved on the Left bank 8 years ago... and never left! I adore reading and walking (I like to do both at the same time, much to my mother's apprehension). I studied literature and history and patiently assembled all the details I give you here, by searching and reading a lot. If you interested in living full-on curious and peaceful literary tours during your Parisian stay, I host private customed tours around Paris. I'll be happy to count you in one of them! And if you want more help to plan your Parisian trip, I'll be honored to help ;) you can find all my custom services at the end of the map! 🗺 Don't forget to download Thatch app to access full features!
Family • LGBTQ+ • Female Solo • 50+ • Slow Travel • Coffee • History • Art • Boutique
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