Paris's Historic Food Market Marché des Enfants Rouges Reduced to Ashes in Fire
Paris's oldest 17th-century covered food market, Marché des Enfants Rouges, was completely destroyed by a massive fire that broke out in the early hours of the morning.
The Marché des Enfants Rouges, a historic covered food market founded in 1615 located in the Marais district of the French capital Paris, was completely destroyed as a result of a fire that broke out in the early hours of the morning. While there were no casualties in the incident, the market's metal structure collapsed and a large portion of the stalls were reduced to ashes.
Historic Market Succumbs to Flames
The Marché des Enfants Rouges, the oldest covered food market in Paris, became completely unusable as a result of a fire that broke out in the early hours. The historic venue, frequented by local residents and tourists alike, faced massive destruction.
Statement from Authorities and Damage Status
Central Paris Mayor Ariel Weil stated that the greatest consolation was that the fire did not spread to surrounding buildings. Lieutenant Colonel Pierre de Bouvier from the Paris fire department reported that the metal structure collapsed and the stalls were reduced to ashes.
A Venue with a Centuries-Old History
Established in 1615 during the reign of King Louis XIII, the market took its name from a nearby orphanage where orphaned children wore red clothes. The venue was registered as a historic monument in 1982.
The Process of Escaping Demolition Plans
Slated to be turned into a parking lot and municipal center in the 1990s, the market was saved from demolition thanks to determined campaigns carried out by local residents and artists, and underwent comprehensive restoration.