Since June 5, 2025, the Louvre has been offering visitors an unexpected experience: a bakery-workshop installed beneath the famous glass Pyramid. In a word, art meets gastronomy. Here, visitors can watch bakers kneading, shaping and baking, while enjoying the works of art that surround the space.
đ A bakery like no other
Located at the heart of the museum, the bakery relies on transparency: baking takes place behind a bay window, gestures are shown, and fragrances are diffused into the adjoining galleries. In this way, a cultural visit becomes a complete sensory experience: you see the art, smell the bread and taste the history.
đ„ Must-tries
- Pain du Louvre – pyramid-patterned bread, crisp and made with organic flours (â âŹ7.50 – âŹ9).
- Croissant par Alain Ducasse – buttery, airy, a sure bet to start the day (â 2.20 âŹ).
- Chocolate croissant – melting, intense, perfect for chocolate lovers (â 4.10 âŹ).
- Croissant jambon-fromage – hot snack, ideal between two rooms (â 6.80 âŹ).
- Croque-Monsieur – bistro version of the classic, served hot (â 9 âŹ).
- Various pastries: apple danish, lemon tartlet, and the elegant Ăclair Pyramide (from âŹ3.50).
â° O pening hours
The bakery welcomes visitors every day except Tuesday. Standard opening hours are from 9:00 am to 6:00 pm, and it remains open at night until 9:00 pm on Wednesdays and Fridays, during the Louvre evenings. This is the perfect time to enjoy a special atmosphere, when the light in the Pyramid is softer and the museum comes to life in a different way.
đ Where to find it?
The bakery is located under the Pyramid, right in the center of the Louvre. After or before your visit to the collections, simply follow the flow of visitors or let the smell of fresh bread guide you. To prepare for your visit, consult the official museum information: www.louvre.fr.
âš A culinary showcase
More than just a point of sale, this place is intended to be scenographic. By placing the workshop under the Pyramid, the Louvre proposes a narrative: bread-making becomes a performance, visible and audible. Visitors can watch, ask questions, take photos and leave with a unique taste experience.
đš Art and flavors: a natural alliance
The creation of this bakery illustrates how material culture links up with immaterial culture. France celebrates its baking and pastry-making tradition; introducing it in such an emblematic museum underlines the heritage value of these skills. So, by tasting a croissant in front of a masterpiece, we experience a double form of wonder: aesthetic and gustatory.
đïž Why add it to your Paris itinerary?
If you’re planning a trip to Paris, the Boulangerie du Louvre deserves a place on your list. It offers:
- A gourmet break between two rooms,
- Exclusive products not available elsewhere,
- A photogenic setting beneath the Pyramid,
- An immersive experience combining demonstration and tasting.
đ My experience
During my visit, I tasted the Pain du Louvre. The crust crackled slightly under the tooth, while the crumb revealed a soft, aromatic texture. Sitting next to the Pyramid, I watched the visitors come and go, and realized that this simple pleasure made for a memorable visit. In short, this concept reconciles the daily gesture of the baker with the ceremonial of artistic discovery.
Further information & resources :
- For other unusual ideas in Paris, discover our selection: City-Paris – unusual experiences.
- Official museum info: Louvre – official website.
The Boulangerie du Louvre transforms a simple visit to the museum into a multi-sensory experience. A blend of art and flavors, it’s now a must for gourmets visiting Paris.