As we returned to our accommodation after our river cruise we decided to have a nightcap and spotted this bistro on the corner of our street that we hadn't really noticed until now. When we entered we were told they were actually just closing but they would serve us. It was an interesting place with their own wine 'cave' in the basement and with a very welcoming host.
The only people in the bar seemed to be employees. We finished our drinks when I noticed a sign offering glasses of Champagne at a good price and thought that this would make a nice end to the evening. The host was talking to a lady behind the bar so I chanced my arm and asked the chap drying glasses if they would serve us another drink. To my surprise he informed me he did not work here but just enjoyed helping out! He got the hosts attention who,on hearing it was our anniversary, agreed to open a bottle. After finishing them we ended up joining the employees /friends in a round of shots and a wee sing-song making a lovely end to the day.
As we had some time to kill the next morning we set out after breakfast to walk to Av. Daumesnil and the Coulée Verte René-Dumont, formerly Promenade Plantée which is a 'green' walkway along a former railway line. We started at Allée Vivaldi and headed along to Jardin De Reuilly and over the footbridge 'Passerelle André Léo' onto this part of the walk proper.
The path is interesting in itself but the real bonus is its elevated position which gives great views onto the streets and buildings either side of it.
On the path you'll find many benches where you can take a little rest if needed. The three below each has a vibrant mural painted by Caroline Laguerre a young artist living and working in Paris behind them.
If you have reached this point I congratulate you on your endurance and apologise for the time taken to describe our short stay in Paris.
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