 To get to the school, the following public transport is available
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ACCORD Ecole de Langues
14 Boulevard Poissonniere
75009 Paris - Tél : 33 (0) 1 55 33 52 33
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The Underground
The nearest stop :
"Grands Boulevards" (lines n° 8 and 9 - exit
gate n°6)
Other stops :
"Bonne Nouvelle" (lines n° 8 and 9)
"Bourse" (line n°3)
"Sentier" (line n°3)
"Les Halles" (line n°4)
The Bus
Lines n°20, 39, 48, 67, 74 and 85
The R.E.R. (fast Underground)
Stops :
"Châtelet-les-Halles" (lines A, B and C) |
The
school's surroundings : Les Grands Boulevards
"Restaurants, cafes, theatres,
casinos, you find everything. The universe is just a hundred steps
away." (Alfred de Musset).
The Grands Boulevards : a brief history
The "Grands Boulevards" have been one of the most fashionable walks in the city since their creation.
In 1670, after the war victories commemorated by the Triumph Arches of Saint Martin and Saint Denis, Louis XIV decided to dismantle the fortifications built by Charles V and Louis XIII. He replaced them with a large wooded promenade area in the XVIII century, which then became the bustling "Boulevards", one of the most fashionable places to stroll and visit the coffee shops, mansions and theatres.
The passageways of the Grands Boulevards
The covered passageways made the area even more pleasant as these
protected Parisians from bad weather and noise. The Passage des
Panoramas, built in 1800 to facilitate access between the Palais
Royal and the Boulevard Montmartre, is among the oldest. It
houses the "Théâtre des Variétés"
where Offenbach created the operettas "La Belle Hélène"
and the "Grande Duchesse de Gerolstein" for Napoleon
III. It's the cinema, which then appeared.
The Grands Boulevards and the Rex
The world's first cinematographic presentation was held by the
Lumière brothers at 14 Boulevard des Capucines on the 28th
December 1895. The Grand Rex, the most legendary cinema in Paris,
opened in 1932 at number 1 Boulevard Poisonnière.
The Grands Boulevards today
 The Grands Boulevards remain to this day full of life, with plenty of cinemas and theatres showing light comedies. Close to the school, you will find the "Opéra Comique", the Porte Saint Martin theatre, the Variétés theatre and the Gymnase theatre, where Jenny Colon, Gerard de Nerval and Coluche used to perform. The cinemas are just metres away with the Max Linder Panorama and the Grand Rex around the corner. You really must go and see a film in its 2800-seater auditorium and be blown away by its decor worthy of the Arabian Nights!
After your French course, get a meal at one of the many typically Parisian coffee-restaurants at Chartier's, of course, or at one of the several "terrasses" situated on the boulevard.
Transport in Paris
If you’re not a Parisian, driving and parking in Paris is quite difficult. Your stay will be more enjoyable if you use public transport. The subway (Métro and RER) and bus systems are excellent and inexpensive. Many possibilities are available to use the complete subway + bus systems at attractive prices : daily, weekly or monthly passes, and many more !
Remember, however, that the Métro does not operate between 1:00 a.m. and 5:30 a.m., and the main bus service stops between 9:00 p.m. and 6:30 a.m.
For all you need to know about public transport in Paris :
www.ratp.fr
Restaurants and bars
The Grands Boulevards area, in which the school is located, offers countless restaurants, from very Parisian-style brasseries to friendly family places.
For breakfast you can also enjoy a cup of coffee and a croissant in a French bistro.
And at lunchtime, ask for the French baguette.
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