Oberkamp et Parmentier - 75011 Paris
République - Gares de l'Est et du Nord
Located in the east of Paris, the Oberkampf district is known for its festive, young and cosmopolitan atmosphere. It's packed with cafés, restaurants, concert halls and nightclubs, particularly in the lively Rue Oberkampf, Rue Jean-Pierre Timbaud and Rue Parmentier. Among the must-sees are the retro Café Charbon (1863), the legendary Nouveau Casino concert hall, and the rooftop Perchoir Ménilmontant offering panoramic views over the rooftops of Paris. Rue Oberkampf is also dotted with unusual passages, such as Cité du Figuier, Cité Griset, Cité de l'Industrie and Cité Durmar. A stone's throw away is the Atelier des Lumières, with its spectacular immersive exhibitions.