Oldest covered food market in Paris destroyed in fire
Authorities launched an inquiry after the blaze destroyed the centuries-old food market, leaving about 20 traders and shopkeepers facing disruption.
- A fire destroyed the French capital's oldest covered food market, The Marche Couvert des Enfants Rouges, overnight from Sunday to Monday, with authorities confirming the blaze in Paris has been contained.
- Located in the Marais district, the historic site has existed since 1615 and draws its name from the red outfits worn by orphans at a nearby hospital until 1772.
- Lieutenant Colonel Pierre de Bouvier reported the market's metal structure 'partially collapsed' inside, telling reporters on site that 'Nothing remains of the covered market.'
- Ariel Weil, mayor of the central Paris district, said the fire was under control, stating 'The worst has been avoided' and 'No neighbouring buildings have been affected.'
- Food & Wine ranked the venue fifth worldwide for street food this year, placing it among dining spots in London, Bangkok, Lyon, and Mexico City.
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Massive fire destroys 400-year-old food market, leaving historic landmark in ruins
Flames tore through the Enfants Rouges market in Paris, destroying about 20 vendor stalls inside the historic market founded in 1615. It was the city's oldest covered food market.
Tears and shock as fire destroys Paris's oldest covered food...
A fire early on Monday has destroyed the French capital's oldest covered food market, a popular street food venue named after red-clad orphans, authorities said. The Marché Couvert des Enfants Rouges (Red Children's Market) in the Marais district of Paris, which has existed since 1615, draws its name from the red outfits that orphans wore at a hospital originally located near the site of the market. The market was given its name at the end of th…
The shocking destruction of the market is the second major blow to Paris after the devastating fire at Notre-Dame Cathedral in 2019.
The Red Children's market, a real Parisian institution frequented by many celebrities, was ravaged by a fire on the night of October 12-13. Very attached to this emblematic place of the Marais, Laurent Mariotte expressed his sadness on Instagram and sent a message of support to the traders affected by the disaster.
The Marché des Enfants Rouges was a world-famous market with hip street food stalls and stands selling cheese, meat, fish and vegetables. It burned down on Monday night.
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