Cité Berryer

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.

Location: 8th arrondissement of Paris

Location: Quartier de la Madeleine

Inception: 1745

Length: 95 m

Width: 3.5 m

Part of: road network of Paris

Shares border with: rue Boissy-d'Anglas, rue Royale

GPS coordinates: 48.86910,2.32299

Latest update: December 9, 2025 12:26