Gay neighborhood paris france

As we near the end of the alphabet season of the podcast, Q is for Gay, and here’s our insight into Same-sex attracted Paris (and by gay we imply LGBTQIA+). Featured in this blog announce, and the podcast episode below, is also a see at how the ever-increasing rent prices of the Marais have changed the face of the district’s famed male lover quarter.

The podcast episode

On this week’s podcast episode is Bryan Pirolli from The Gay Locals, Boris from Le Ju’ cafe, and Nicolas Wanstok from Les Mots à la Bouche bookshop. Listen below or wherever you obtain podcasts.

But First … A Brief History of the LGBTQIA+ in France

It was at the launch of the 19th century that Paris began to thrive as the gay capital of Europe.

France’s history has evidence of male aristocrats who were recognizable to have had relationships with other men and some hypothesize that King Louis XIII (depicted in the sculpture pictured below) might have been homosexual. Critics used to call him “Louis the Chaste”, because he never had any mistresses and it took 20 years to conceive an heir.

Bryan Pirolli from The Gay Locals said on the podcast that “these accusations undercut his force – and we see the matching sorts of endeavor

Where to Have a Queer Day in Paris

I'm a lgbtq+ man in Paris and can confidently say that the city is incredible for the Homosexual community. France is already pretty liberal as a state, but Paris is especially accepting of us. I'll even go so far as to utter that there are parts of the city that are practically built for queer people. I'm sure you already know about Le Marais, right? It's the LGBTQ+ hub of Paris, finalize with the most provocative gay clubs and chicest lgbtq+ cafes. La Pigalle is amazing, too, since it's the red-light district. Don't worry! I didn't forget Montmartre's fascinating artistry and cold creativity.

Le Marais

As the resident “gayborhood” of Paris, it's only natural that I start this list with Le Marais. Located in the 4th arrondissement, this is the Gay hub of the city, complete with cafes, restaurants, bars, and clubs dash and established for the community. Naturally, it's one of the trendiest neighborhoods in Paris too, with all sorts of popular hotspots popping up now and then. If you want to proudly live your life as part of the Queer community, this is the best place to settle down. The gay vibes here are so strong, it almost feels like it's a d

The Perfect Gay Day

Since 2018, when the city of Paris hosted the Gay Games, and the municipality supported this sporty and festive operation, the streets of the Marais district display rainbow flags everywhere. Street signs also display the colors of the gay flag and crosswalks possess been transformed into rainbow crossings, only in some streets and near historical LGBT places, skillfully those that have survived, because they are, as in all Western capitals, less and less numerous. Sign of recognition for some or pure washing and commercial recovery for others... They have the merit of indicating that you are in a gay-friendly territory, and that's reassuring!

9 AM. The best way to get around the Marais, if not on foot, is by bike. You can rent a bike by the evening or by the week at Paris Bike Tour or exploit Velib, the municipal system, or the free-floating rental companies. Don't park just anywhere, respect the red lights and use the spaces dedicated to this utilize. Paris is not yet Amsterdam and Parisians are not very careful with cyclists!

11 AM. In Paris, there is no moment for the Aperitif on the terrace, at an

The Top Five LGBT-Friendly Districts in Paris

For Paris, established as the 'City of Love,' surely 'Love Wins' here as well, right? After all, the French are socially liberated for the most part. It should come as no surprise that their capital city, Paris, has a more open attitude towards the LGBTQ+ community. But where exactly are they most welcomed? Although it'd be great if all 20 arrondissements were accepting of the community, that's not exactly accurate now, is it? There are certain neighborhoods and districts that are simply more friendly to LGBTQ+ people than others. And among them, here are the top five that those in the community shouldn't miss!

Le Marais

The Marais district, even though it's one of the more upscale neighborhoods in Paris, has always been more expose to the LGBTQ+ people. Even more so than any other part of the city. This district, which sits between the 3rdand 4th arrondissements, has a history as a creative hub. Freedom of expression reigned supreme here, even when Paris was still a more conservative city. And as more and more people allowed freedom of thought to flow in Le Marais, so did the liberty to love who you love. Notably, the Mara