Quartier Vivienne, Administrative quarter in 2nd arrondissement, Paris, France
Quartier Vivienne is an administrative district in the 2nd arrondissement of Paris, located between Boulevard des Italiens to the north and Rue des Petits-Champs to the south. The quarter combines office buildings, shopping arcades, and residential spaces, forming a central part of the Right Bank.
The district takes its name from the Vivien family, particularly Louis Vivien who served as an alderman and lord of Saint-Marc in 1599. This historical connection shaped the quarter's identity for centuries.
The Bibliotheque Nationale de France, established in 1368, resides within the quarter, preserving important literary and historical collections.
Several metro stations connect the quarter to central Paris, offering direct access to shops, restaurants, and other facilities. Good public transport links make exploring the district straightforward and convenient.
A famous bakery within the quarter is credited as the birthplace of the first croissant in Paris and represents an important chapter in the city's culinary history. This local connection to an iconic French pastry draws visitors eager to discover the origins of this beloved food.
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