Blue hour Paris through rain-spotted glass with zinc rooftops and cafe glow

Le Perchoir Ménilmontant

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The original Perchoir rooftop in the 11th — the one that started the empire — with a spectacular 360-degree Paris view that is the entire point. Order seasonal cocktails, something refreshing, and take in the panorama. Come at sunset, work your way up through the multiple floors, and book or arrive early because it's hard to get in at peak. It is where the city's rooftop-bar boom began, and the view still justifies the climb — a full-circle panorama of Paris from a working-class quarter that few visitors think to look down from. The sunset slot is contested for good reason.

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14 Rue Crespin du Gast
11th, Paris
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Seasonal cocktails. Something refreshing - you're here for the view.

Best Time

Sunset. The panoramic Paris view is the whole point. Book or arrive early.

Know Before You Go

The original Perchoir rooftop that started the empire. The 360-degree Paris view is spectacular. Can be hard to get in at sunset. Multiple floors - work your way up.

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