Place Victor Hugo, the Parisian charm
Place Victor Hugo owes its name to one of the greatest French authors. Located in the heart of the 16th arrondissement, between the Trocadéro and Place de l'Etoile, it enjoys a dream location, close to the mythical monuments of Paris. Attracting a family population for its peaceful side, the Victor Hugo district also offers a dynamic environment which appeals to people looking for typical Parisian charm.
A bit of history...
Place Victor Hugo is one of the most beautiful in the 16th arrondissement. It is located at the junction of the main avenues Raymond-Poincaré, Victor Hugo and Bugeaud. It was named in honor of the famous writer of the same name on the day of his death. First decorated with a sculpture paying homage to him, it is now enhanced by an imposing fountain.
Place Victor Hugo, an environment sheltered from urban tumult
This district of the 16th arrondissement is ideal for escaping the hustle and bustle that characterizes the large surrounding squares. At the heart of urban life, it is populated with magnificent Haussmann-style buildings made from cut stone. The floors of the buildings benefit from an unobstructed view of the main avenues, the Eiffel Tower, the Arc de Triomphe and the Seine. Residential, the Victor Hugo district has spacious family apartments.
This neighborhood is no less dynamic. It promises a setting where life is good, with its boutiques and numerous businesses. Avenue Victor Hugo is one of the most commercial thoroughfares in the 16th arrondissement.
Nestled between the Bois de Boulogne and Place de l'Etoile, the district offers its residents numerous green spaces. For weekend getaways, the 16th arrondissement of Paris provides direct access to the highways leading to Normandy.
The French art of living
The Victor Hugo district celebrates a French art of living, with its pretty tree-lined streets and terraces. Lovers of Paris will find all the typical charm there with an elegant, refined landscape, close to emblematic monuments such as the Arc de Triomphe or the Eiffel Tower.
Lovers of good food will also be delighted to discover addresses classified among the best restaurants in the capital. The Victor Hugo district concentrates gastronomic addresses which give pride of place to specialties from here and elsewhere. Taste “Everything that comes from the Sea” in an Art Deco spirit at Prunier. This Parisian institution is recognized for its caviar produced in France, its selection of oysters and shellfish arriving daily and its dishes prepared from seasonal products.
The business district
Around Place Victor Hugo are most embassies and many consulates. It is a business district very frequented by an international population. In addition, professionals, doctors and lawyers alike, have chosen to set up their practices and offices there. Prestigious hotels also populate the area such as the Hôtel Raphaël or the Peninsula with their luxury suites and rooftops with breathtaking views of the rooftops of Paris.
The Victor Hugo district: the must-see places
The Palais de Tokyo: this museum houses one of the largest European centers of creation and contemporary art. Located a stone's throw from the Trocadéro and the Eiffel Tower, it hosts meetings, screenings, concerts, performances and chef Julien Sebbag's new restaurant, Forest.
The Arc de Triomphe: just a 15-minute walk from Place Victor Hugo is one of the most famous monuments in Paris. The Arc de Triomphe stands in the center of Place Charles-de-Gaulle. Inspired by ancient arches, it bears the names of battles and generals of the revolution and the First Empire. It is the symbol of the French capital.
The Ennery Museum: in this sumptuous mansion a collection of objects illustrating the daily life and beliefs of China and Japan, from the 16th to the 19th century, are exhibited.
The Palais Galliera: housed in a magnificent mansion, the Fashion Museum of the City of Paris has collections of 200,000 works, from the 18th century to the present day, illustrating the evolution of clothing and haute couture.
The Saint-Honoré d'Eylau Church: this pretty church built at the end of the 19th century seduces with its original architecture and design. It also has incredible stained glass windows.
Green spaces close to Victor Hugo
The 16th arrondissement is fortunate to be located near one of the most beautiful parks in Paris, the Bois de Boulogne. It offers numerous pedestrian paths, cycle paths and play areas for children. Not far away, the gardens of Avenue Foch border the famous avenue and are decorated with nearly 800 trees.
Schools in the area
Home to several renowned schools, middle school and high schools, this district offers its residents an education of excellence, in a majestic architectural environment.
Janson de Sailly: 106, rue de la Pompe, 75016 Paris
L'Assomption Lubeck: 6, rue de Lübeck, 75016 Paris
La Tour Paris: 86, rue de la Tour, 75016 Paris
EIB Lamartine: 123, rue de la Pompe, 75016 Paris
Saint Honoré d'Eylau: 66, avenue Raymond Poincaré, 75016 Paris
Saint-Jean de Passy: 72, rue Raynouard, 75016 Paris
Transport services
Metro: 2
Bus: 140, 52, 68, 82, 89, 91, 92
Living near Place Victor Hugo in Paris means choosing a setting that is both green and quiet, right in the center of the elegant 16th arrondissement. The neighborhood also has a renowned business district and life to the rhythm of the neighborhood's shops. Come visit us in our Junot Victor Hugo agency to discover all the properties for sale.
