Paris neighbourhoods: Exploring the lesser-known side of the 18th arrondissement

Home Shows French connections Video content Program France French Connections © FRANCE 24 Issued on: 29/10/2026 - 12:30 From the show In this edition of French Connections, Genie Godula and Florence Villeminot continue their tour of Paris with a stop in the 18th arrondissement. The district is famous for landmarks like the Sacré-Cœur Basilica and the Moulin Rouge, but in this show we step away from the picture-postcard version of Montmartre and take you to see the rest of the 18th. We visit the vibrant multicultural neighbourhood called the Goutte d'Or, then take you to the largest fabric store in the world and introduce you to some of the 18th's most famous residents over the years. Join us as we explore the lesser-known side of the 18th arrondissement.