Tucked away within a maze of narrow streets, far from the madding crowd and the noise and bustle of Paris, is a little known, rarely visited but utterly charming haven of peace – the Jardin Saint-Gilles-Grand-Veneur, with its magnificent view of the façade of the Hôtel du Grand Veneur townhouse. But the main reason people come here is for some peace and quiet, or to settle down on the stone benches in the lovely rose arbour for a quiet chat. It is a serene refuge for couples.
