Cité Bergère, Historical passage in Faubourg-Montmartre, Paris, France.
Cité Bergère is a narrow covered passage 180 meters long and 3 meters wide that connects Rue du Faubourg-Montmartre to Rue Bergère. Along both sides stand older buildings with classical facades whose roofs and fronts have been officially protected since 1990.
Built in 1825 originally as Passage Montmartre, it received its current name in 1842 to honor Jean Bergier, a master dyer. This renaming reflected the area's strong tradition of craft trades and skilled workers.
Locals and visitors use this passage as a quiet retreat away from busy streets above. The two entrances create a gentle threshold between the bustling outer Paris and this sheltered lane lined with traditional facades.
The passage is accessed through two gated entrances at either end and offers shelter from rain thanks to its roofed structure. The narrow width means it can become crowded at peak times, especially near the entry points.
Number 1 housed the editorial offices of two satirical illustrated newspapers that published political cartoons and commentary. This journalistic use reveals how such passages once served as centers for debate and public discourse.
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