Gay neighbourhood paris
As we near the end of the alphabet season of the podcast, Q is for Lgbtq+, and here&#;s our insight into Gay Paris (and by male lover we mean LGBTQIA+). Featured in this blog post, and the podcast episode below, is also a look at how the ever-increasing rent prices of the Marais have changed the meet of the district&#;s famed homosexual 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 get podcasts.
But First … A Brief History of the LGBTQIA+ in France
It was at the beginning of the 19th century that Paris began to thrive as the queer capital of Europe.
France’s history has evidence of male aristocrats who were famous to have had relationships with other men and some hypothesize that King Louis XIII (depicted in the sculpture pictured below) might have been gay. 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 p
How to be gay in Paris – in the daytime
Travelling solo, but crave to socialise?
Gay bars hold always been hubs to find and hang with fellow queers. In the digital era, there’s an app for that: Lex.
Lex is not only for dating; you can use it to locate LGBTQIAP+ events and arrange meet-ups with Lex society members near you (where better to get recommendations than from a local trans guy you met on the app?).
Alternatively, you can get your social and cultural patch with tours run by Paris Gay Village and The Gay Locals – or get amongst gay-owned wine and food experiences at We Taste Paris.
Maybe just an apéro?
So, what about those times when you’re keen for a tipple, but not committed to a evening out? Head to La Mutinerie in the 3rd arrondissement.
La Mutinerie is a self-managing collective that runs a bar-slash-queer-feminist territory designed as an inclusive spot in Paris for “reflection and collective struggles against oppression”. More of a community corner than a bar, La Mutinerie offers a wholesome and safe way to rub shoulders with local LGBTQIAP+ Parisians when
Paris Gay District: A Complete LGBTQ+ Guide
Le Marais stands lofty as Paris&#;s valued gay district. A blend of loaded history and vibrant nightlife, this area offers a instinct of belonging not only to the local LGBTQ+ residents but also to tourists seeking an inclusive atmosphere. Surprisingly, Le Marais stretches across the 3rd and 4th arrondissements, making it a central hub easily accessible. Its roots run deep into the LGBTQ+ history of France, signaling strength and diversity. Pack your bags, for the welcoming streets of Le Marais await you.
The vibrant and inclusive gay district in Paris is called &#;Le Marais.&#; It is renowned for its numerous homosexual bars, clubs, and LGBTQ+-friendly establishments, making it a welcoming and enjoyable destination for the society and allies.
Table of Contents
Finding Paris&#;s Homosexual District: Le Marais
Le Marais isn&#;t just a district; it&#;s a vibe, an energy that welcomes everyone with unwrap arms. As you stroll through the narrow cobbled streets and marvel at its historical architecture, you&#;re in one of the most vibrant and incl
The Perfect Gay Day
Since , 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 show the colors of the gay flag and crosswalks have been transformed into rainbow crossings, only in some streets and nearby 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!
Report Peter Lebaron © Photos ®
9 AM. The best way to acquire around the Marais, if not on foot, is by bike. You can rent a bike by the day or by the week at Paris Bike Tour or employ 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 use. Paris is not yet Amsterdam and Parisians are not very meticulous with cyclists!