Paris in Blue, White, and Red: A Tricolour Summer in the Heart of the Capital

In July, Paris adorns itself in its finest colours: blue, white, and red proudly wave through the streets, across monuments, and in the hearts of its people. The month marks both Bastille Day on July 14th and, this year, an exceptional summer with the symbolic return of the Olympic cauldron and unique cultural exhibitions. From Hôtel Marais Bastille, located at the heart of this Parisian buzz, enjoy a stay rich in history, celebration, and culture.

July 14th: A Magnificent National Celebration

Every year, July 14th commemorates the French Revolution and national unity. Paris becomes the stage for spectacular events. In the morning, the famous military parade on the Champs-Élysées captures attention from around the world. Between aerial displays by the Patrouille de France and parades of armed forces, the spectacle is breathtaking.

In the evening, the fireworks from the Eiffel Tower light up the Parisian sky. Launched from the Trocadéro Gardens, this pyrotechnic show delights young and old alike. Whether viewed from the Seine riverbanks or rooftop terraces, the experience is unforgettable.

Music, light, and emotion blend together to create a magical moment — a symbol of tricolour fervour.

A Summer of Sport and Culture in 2025

The summer of 2025 promises to be even more remarkable. One year after the major sporting event of summer 2024, Paris pays tribute to this historic moment with the symbolic return of the Olympic cauldron to the Tuileries Garden.

At the same time, the city hosts several major summer exhibitions. Among them, the exhibition “Instants donnés” at the Maillol Museum honours the tender eye of Robert Doisneau, a key figure in humanist photography. One of the featured images, “The Last Waltz of July 14th” (1949), captures a couple dancing in the street during the national celebration night. This suspended moment perfectly embodies the joyful, free, and popular spirit of Bastille Day in Paris.

Just a few metro stops from Hôtel Marais Bastille, this exhibition immerses you in an emotionally vibrant Paris — a perfect reflection of the summer of 2025 in blue, white, and red.

Stay in the Heart of the Festivities at Hôtel Marais Bastille

Whether you're coming to admire the Bastille Day fireworks, explore the summer exhibitions, or experience the excitement of the Olympic cauldron’s return, Hôtel Marais Bastille welcomes you in an elegant and inviting setting.

Located just steps from Place de la Bastille and well connected by public transport, it is the ideal starting point for discovering a vibrant and unforgettable Paris dressed in blue, white, and red.
 

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Hotel Marais Bastille, a 3-star hotel a few steps from Place de la Bastille