Since this Saturday, August 1st, one of the most beautiful summer spectacles is taking place in the capital, and great news, it's 100% free and accessible to everyone. To enjoy it, head to Place de la Concorde until Friday. Fair warning though, you'll need to be stealthy if you want to capture the perfect moment with your camera.
A moment not to miss
This phenomenon happens twice a year, yet it never fails to fascinate us. For a week, the path of the sun allows us to witness a perfect alignment between its sunset and the hollow of the Arc de Triomphe. And while, in the first few days, this sight was visible directly from the Champs-Élysées roundabout, from this evening on,
You'll need to step back a bit, and head to Place de la Concorde, turning your gaze toward the world's most beautiful avenue, and the monument in the distance. The sun should reach the central point between 9:12 PM and 9:16 PM, depending on your location, and we'd suggest arriving a little early if you want to snag the perfect spot without too much of a crowd.Coucher de soleil pile poil dans l’Arc de Triomphe, capturé depuis le haut des Champs-Élysées, loin du pool pro installé plus bas au rond-point. 🇫🇷
— Sylvain Leser (@SylvainFreres) August 2, 2026
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The Sun Is Showing Off
And our beloved star has no intention of stopping the fun this summer. Indeed, on August 12th, we'll have the chance to experience a total eclipse, a first since 1999 — and the next one won't happen until 2081. For a few magical minutes, the fiery orb will be almost completely hidden by the moon, plunging the country into darkness. A truly unique spectacle that promises to fill our eyes with wonder. Or at least one star. But be careful — to make the most of it, it's essential to choose your spot wisely, and above all to protect your eyes, or risk damaging your retinas! So let's plan ahead, get equipped, and let the magic of the's universe do the rest !
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