Le Marche aux Puces (Flea Market) is probably the largest in Paris. It was just about a 25 minute walk from our apartment. We went to find a mug to replace the one we broke at the apartment where we stayed. And also just to look around.
There was so much antique china, cutlery, furniture, books, etc. People didn't seem to be trying to sell their stuff. They just sat in chairs reading papers at their booth, waiting for someone to show interest in purchasing something. I'd like to go back here sometime to find something for myself because we were trying not to buy too much since our luggage was already full on the way over here!
Picked up a baguette to make a quick lunch at the apartment.
Then took the Metro to Place de la Concorde to begin our walk along the Champs Elysees.
Silly shots while walking.
King Tut on a bench.
Le Grand Palais.
Le Petit Palais.
Back on Les Champs Elysees toward l'arc.
Getting closer!
We're here!
After getting this shot, we had to cross the huge roundabout via underground tunnel for closer views.
Tim loved taking pictures of all the sculptures and stonework on the Arc.
Then he took a moment to stretch those legs. So much walking!
Planning our route home for dinner!
As we were getting ready to leave, some military personnel started setting up for a service. I'm not sure what it was all about, but here are a couple pictures from it.
View of Le Metro.
Des desserts! We stopped at a Patisserie near the apartment to get dessert for after dinner (which we were making ourselves). We got Tarte Amandin (almond tart), Trois Chocolate (chocolate cake) and Bavaroise Fruit Rouges (raspberry & fruit layer cake). They were all tasty, but I think we liked the chocolate the best!
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