Today’s stop: on Line 8 (opened in 1913, part of the original stretch connecting west to central Paris) sits right at Place de l'École Militaire, where elegant Haussmann buildings meet the grand perspective leading straight to the Champ de Mars. Rain only amplifies the magic, reflective pavements, soft light filtering through the trees, and the quiet bustle of the 7th arrondissement. A scene where Paris feels less like a postcard and more like real life.
Practical Paris: Just steps away:
- The majestic École Militaire itself (built 1750s under Louis XV, where young Napoleon trained as a cadet, now home to advanced military studies).
- The vast Champ de Mars lawns (?) stretching toward the Eiffel Tower (perfect for a picnic or that classic framed shot on a clearer day).
- Easy access to the Invalides.
“Every journey begins somewhere — in Paris, it often begins underground.”
Part of the “Métro Mondays” Series
Each Monday, we travel beneath Paris — tracing its stories, moods, and motion through the tunnels that carry the week into being.
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