VIRTUAL TOUR
It’s spring in Paris! But the most unusual spring anyone has experienced in a very long time.
We thought we would bring you some images and videos of the city at this time of year (taken in previous springs) – a virtual tour you can enjoy wherever you are. You can use this to help you plan your next visit at this wonderful time of year in a city that is a joy in any season.
The magnolias are mostly over but the cherries, including the beautiful Kwanzan cherry trees which are becoming more and more popular throughout the city, are out. They bloom anywhere from late March to the third week of April but average around April 10th.
The first stop on your tour is Notre Dame and Square Jean XXIII. Watch the video with your volume turned up.
The trees frame one of the rose windows of the cathedral. It’s an enchanting setting with the exploding pink of the blossoms against the ancient stonework of Notre Dame, the classic dark green benches, the grey-green of the elegant lamp posts and the pale yellow sand of Square Jean XXIII (click or tap the arrows to see all the images in the slideshow).
When the petals fall, for a day or two, the ground becomes covered in pink “snow.”
Across the river from Notre Dame is the famous bookstore, Shakespeare and Company. The tiny square in front of the store has several fairly young cherry trees that add romance to the historic location.
And through the misty blossoms, you can see the towers of Notre Dame and hear the bells chime on the hour, a magical and unforgettable memory.
Let’s visit some of the other spots around Paris for cherry blossoms.
The Parc du Champ de Mars has several cherry trees which frame the Eiffel Tower as it looms above.
The Eiffel Tower through the cherry trees. Sound on. A very uplifting video, especially if you watch it repeatedly.
The next one is Square Gabriel Pierné, a charming and peaceful spot where some of the benches are in the form of open books.
The Jardin des Plantes has some wonderful cherry trees, pink and white.
The courtyard at the Petit Palais has a wonderful mix of different colors of cherry blossom. You can sit outside at the cafe and enjoy the peaceful and lovely view.
There are many, many locations around Paris with beautiful cherry trees in bloom. Too many to cover them all. But here are a few more.
If you would like the full, definitive coverage of Paris flowers in all seasons but particularly the spring, you should read Paris in Bloom by Parisian Moments founding member, Georgianna Lane. There you will be able to see many, many more beautiful photos and read very interesting material, including details of when to go to which locations to see get your fill of Paris flowers and blooms. It’s a must read for anyone who loves flowers and/or Paris. The book is available at Amazon and all major bookstores. If you would like a copy signed by the author, you can order it here.
FREE 32-PAGE E-BOOK ON THE CHÂTEAU AND PARC DE SCEAUX
And one final treat. We do offer a free 32-page ebook with photos of the Château and Parc de Sceaux in spring for anyone who signs up for our mailing list. It’s a visual feast and also quite informative. If you have not yet signed up, you can do so here and you will receive a link to download the ebook. If you are on the mailing list already but have not received the free ebook, please email us and we will send you the download link.
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À bientôt!
Georgianna and David