Cité Berryer, Private passage in Madeleine district, Paris, France.
Cité Berryer is a narrow private corridor in the 8th arrondissement that stretches about 95 meters long and 3.5 meters wide. It connects Rue Royale to Rue Boissy d'Anglas as a passage lined with shops and facades.
The passage was founded in 1745 as Passage du Marché d'Aguesseau and received its current name in 1837 to honor lawyer Pierre-Nicolas Berryer. This renaming marked a significant shift in how the space was perceived.
The passage evolved from a working market with fish and meat vendors into a refined shopping district featuring international luxury brands. This transformation reflects how the space adapted to serve wealthier visitors over time.
Access is available through two entry points: number 25 Rue Royale and number 24 Rue Boissy d'Anglas. As a protected historic site, visitors should walk quietly and respect the private nature of the space.
The passage retained its original small 18th-century houses with decorated facades and shop windows. This contrast with the grand architecture of the surrounding streets makes it a memorable sight.
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