Good morning! Happy Friday!
Are you a Francophile? I am and today I will be joining Anita at Castles Crowns and Cottages along with many other bloggers to share my love of Paris!
I took my first trip to Paris when I was 16, oh so many years and cities later it is still my favorite place to visit.
Although I LOVE Paris anytime
my favorite time of the year to visit Paris is in December, when everything is decorated for Christmas and the “ordinary” magic of Paris is extraordinary.
I like to while away my days visiting the museums
and my favorite pieces of art and sculpture.
Other days I enjoy sitting in the cafes,
drinking hot chocolate.
Or wandering the cobbled streets
to see the sights
and the secrets around each corner.
I enjoy looking at the Christmas windows, each more spectacular than the next.
Hermes,
Printemps and more.
Enjoying the lights,
the sights
the sounds and
The Spirit of Christmas.
Have you been to Paris? What is your favorite time of the year to visit? And what are your favorite things to see?
I hope you have a wonderful day, please visit Sandy at You May Be Wandering for many other fabulous travel adventures!
** All images taken by me.
Anonymous says
I would love to see Paris at Christmas!!! xo
Elizabeth@ Pine Cones and Acorns says
You would love it~
Acquired Objects says
Like everyone else I love Paris and my favorite time to visit is the fall after all the tourists have left. My favorite country is Italy but they both have the same sort of flavor. Fun seeing Paris through your eyes.
XXX
Debra~
Elizabeth@ Pine Cones and Acorns says
Debra, I love it in Fall too…walking along with the falling leaves, picking up the occasional chestnut.
Oh I love Italy too!!!!
Castles Crowns and Cottages says
I AM HAVING A BLAST THIS MORNING, ELIZABETH! Oh my, that dog with the face…the smile! The French are so fabulous and when it comes to choosing a pet, the dogs are so adorable!
I am really enjoying this party; I made sure I did not work today so I could revel in all the splendor of YOUR IMAGINATIONS!
The party runs for ONE ENTIRE WEEK and I know you like posting daily; I hope you will post on France?
This is a splendid way to get the party rolling! VIVE LA FRANCE and Paris is fabulous any time of the year. Anita
Elizabeth@ Pine Cones and Acorns says
Anita, you always have the best parties!
Sandy at You May Be Wandering says
GREAT photos, Elizabeth!! This is SO much fun!! Keep it coming…
Have a lovely day!!! xoxo
Elizabeth@ Pine Cones and Acorns says
Sandy I love seeing France from the perspective of so many talented bloggers.
Woodside Park says
Hi, Elizabeth –
While I have been to Paris for vacation and work, I've never visited in December. Definitely on my list now! The boutiques and department stores must be so beautiful and festive in a chic Parisian way, of course!
Have a wonderful weekend!!
xo
Loi
Elizabeth@ Pine Cones and Acorns says
Loi, I think you would really enjoy a holiday in Paris, it really is magical.
Leslie says
This is wonderful Elizabeth and I agree.. Paris is beautiful anytime of the year. The winter holidays I imagine would be just amazing and so magical. Your photographs are lots of fun and have me yearning to go back! Have a nice weekend! xxleslie
Elizabeth@ Pine Cones and Acorns says
Leslie, It is magical!
Castles Crowns and Cottages says
HI THERE SWEET FRIEND! Isn't this fun? So glad to see you come on by to leave a comment…enjoy the ride! It's raining here today so it's a perfect day to just stay at the computer and visit everyone. Many hugs, Anita
Stacy CUrran says
I can't believe I have never been. It loos SO amazing there!
Elizabeth@ Pine Cones and Acorns says
OMG Stacy you would love it! Especially all of the fashion design stores and make-up and perfume places!
Barbara says
Hello, I popped over here after seeing your comment and link on The Inspired Room. I actually had never thought of Paris at Christmas (one usually hears about that city in Spring and Summer!). I have not been to Europe but when I do travel there Paris would be on the list, definitely!!
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Elizabeth@ Pine Cones and Acorns says
Barbara, thanks for coming! I hope you do make it to paris!
Anonymous says
Somehow I never would imagine Paris being decorated for Christmas! You've opened our eyes!
Elizabeth@ Pine Cones and Acorns says
It really is beautiful with all of the decorations! Little stores, department stores, hotel too!
Unknown says
Paris is my number one dream destination, any time of the year. But now after reading your post you have me wanting to visit Paris at winter too! It seems oh so magical…
Elizabeth@ Pine Cones and Acorns says
Rosalie, I recommend Paris anytime but winter really is magical.
YONKS says
Beautiful Elizabeth. I have to admit, I like Paris in the springtime. We will be there next week! Photos to come. Enjoy the link party.
Much Love
Di
xxxxx
Elizabeth@ Pine Cones and Acorns says
Di, I cannot wait to see PAris through your beautiful lens. I hope you have a magical time!
Barbara says
I've only been to Paris in the spring…what fun to visit in winter. How lovely to see all the decorations and windows. Anita always throws brilliant parties, don't you agree? Thank you, Elizabeth!
Creations by Marie Antoinette and Edie Marie says
WOW !!! What a grand tour.Your pictures are gorgeous.
Thank you so much for sharing.
It has been a pleasure,
Marie Antionette
Red Rose Alley says
Elizabeth,
This is one of my favorite posts yet. It is filled with simplicity and beauty. My daughters have that same picture of the angel statue. The hot chocolate looks delightful.
It's so nice to meet new friends.
~Sheri at Red Rose Alley
Personally selected products says
Excursion merveilleuse! Vous habitez Paris, je rêve de Paris.
De belles images,
Permettez-moi de suivre à partir d'aujourd'hui. Vous avez un merveilleux blog.
Luisa
https://personallyselected.blogspot.com.es/
Bonnie says
Elizabeth, We have planned to go to Paris in a couple of years when my daughter and I both celebrate significant birthdays. My husband thinks we should go this year. Your photographs are convincing me he may be right. Love it all! Bonnie
Elizabeth@ Pine Cones and Acorns says
Bonnie, I cannot wait to hear all about your plans!
Karena says
Dear Elizabeth, I love the account of your times in Paris in the winter!
Beautiful images throughout!
I hope you will visit my dream adventure in France.
xoxo
Karena
Art by Karena
helen tilston says
Hello Elizabeth
A delightful post and like you I now want to visit in December.
Your images are fabulous. I love the concept of this post, as dreamed up by Anita.
Have a glorious weekend
Helen xx
Alison @ The Polohouse says
Hi Elizabeth!
I have never been to Paris in December. I have been twice in the summer and once in October. Looks like a lovely time to visit though.
I love the flower markets, the river boat cruises in the evening, the antique markets, people watching, and finding great little restaurants off the beaten path only known by the locals.
I need to go back soon!
The architecture is intoxicating.
🙂
xoxox
Alison
Sarah says
Delightful! My very first visit to Paris was in December ~ the week before Christmas and the week after. It was a magical time. I've never forgotten that time, even though we have been back to Paris many times. Like you I love the museums and the cafes. My favorite thing to do is just set out for the day and let serendipity lead me. Paris is like no other city. 😉
Mr Paul says
A gorgeous post Elizabeth, a hot chocolate sitting at a café table watching the world go by is a beautiful thing.
Your picture of the sparrow reminded me of my time in Paris this morning. Our studio is right next to Notre Dame and one afternoon we went down to watch a solar eclipse. Sparrows began landing in the box hedging in front of the cathedral as the eclipse happened and sat motionless on top. People were picking them up and holding them in their hands, stroking them and the sparrows were as cool as cucumbers about it, obviously confused by the eclipse! It was one of the most bizarre things I have ever seen! Bon weekend!
Paul x
Unknown says
It is a heavenly city, I've been once in December and it was beautiful, but it was too at Easter and in October. The last couple of times I've been for day trips, I love the Eurostar, and it's quicker to get to Paris from London, rather then Brittany!
I just love all your photographs.
Enjoy your weekend
Jude x
Palomasea says
Bonjour Chere Elizabeth! Thank you for sharing your beautiful photos of what is a glorious time of year in Paris….someday I would love to see it during the winter holidays…
I share your passion for this city (as you know), and have visited in the summertime as well as winter…I have never not loved it. Every moment of the year for me, as the song goes! 🙂
Enjoy the weekend and the party, dear friend…
Love and hugs,
– Irina
Veronica Roth says
Bonjour Elizabeth. I agree, Paris is beautiful in the winter. I spent a Christmas there one year. Also Prague, (my home town), and London, where I spend every alternate Christmas now. Oh gosh, last year at Christmas, in Oxfordshire, where I live, in Blenheim Palace, it looked like a fairy tale. There were stuffed peacocks on laden banquet tables and all the marble busts and statues were wearing elaborate turbans decorated with jewels and baubles. Your photos reminded me of that time. Hope you have a lovely weekend and nice to meet you thru Anita. 🙂
It's me says
Welcome in France…nice to see you here…….love to do this together…Anita is such a good friend to all of us…enjoy the weekend love Ria…xxx…
Art and Sand says
I have only been to Paris in the summer. I am not sure I would like Paris in the winter because i am not a fan of cold. But, I think just about any time of the year would be perfect for Paris.
Elizabeth@ Pine Cones and Acorns says
I could not agree more, any time is a good time for PAris!
Unknown says
Thank you for your gorgeous photos of Paris. Really atmospheric! For an unusual place to go…the Musee de la Moyenne Age…Medieval Museum. It has the famous tapestries with the Unicorn and the Princess. Amazing. I live about 2 and a half hours away from Paris in Burgundy. https://moncoeurestdanslacampagne.blogspot.com
Simplement ... says
Un Paris de rêve !
En toutes saisons j'adorerais mettre mes pas dans les tiens.
Amicalement
Marie-Ange
Splenderosa says
Elizabeth, I've never been to Paris for the holidays. I know it would be wonderful !!
Draffin Bears says
Bonjour Elizabeth,
Thank you for visiting and I am your newest follower.
You have shared so many beautiful photos of Paris – I have been there twice, for my 50th birthday and then we celebrated our 25th wedding anniversary. Anytime is great to visit there.
Look forward to visiting you again
Carolyn
Sylvia says
Paris is magical at Christmas, indeed! Your photos are wonderful … and Ah, this hot chocolate … so tempting…! Thank you for your kind words on my blog!
hi-d says
Pretty photos! How wonderful that you have been to Paris on several occasions. Love that cobblestone shot!
Heidi @ hi-d's place
Kirsten Steen says
Christmas is very often when we are there, having family there. And you are so right…it is magnificent all dressed up. Every building, every fromagerie, every boulangerie, EVERYbody does it up and it is gorgeous! We did not make it last Christmas so hoping maybe this year. Love the photos…love the post!
Cheers, Kirsten
Lynne says
Oh… Elizabeth, I would love to see Paris at Christmas. It is quite unlikely due to family engagements at home here in America. Thank you for transporting me…virtually!
Anita has also brought an element of Christmas to all of us on this French journey. I have opened so many beautiful gifts this week!
Thank you for your well wishes on our anniversary.
Your blog is delightful! I shall be following!
~Lynne
withLove.
William Kendall says
Beautiful photography, Elizabeth. Am I mistaken, or is that sculpture close to the Mona Lisa a variation on Cupid and Psyche?
I've never been over to that side of the Atlantic, but I'd love to see Paris. My parents were there once on a trip, and loved it.
Sandy at You May Be Wandering says
I love everything about this post!! Paris in the wonder is magical and you captured it perfectly!!!
Unknown says
Great photos! It's fun to see somewhere you've been, but through the eyes of someone else. I was in Paris in July, but I'd love to see it during the holidays. Elle
Mocadeaux says
Great pictures of Paris – up close and personal! I can almost smell that hot chocolate through the computer screen!