Fire totally destroys oldest covered food market in Paris, authorities say
The Marché Couvert des Enfants Rouges in the Marais district has existed since 1615 and draws its name from the red outfits that orphans wore at a hospital near the market until 1772.
A devastating fire has completely destroyed Paris' oldest covered food market, the Marché Couvert des Enfants Rouges, authorities confirmed on Monday. Located in the historic Marais district, the market has stood since 1615 and is renowned for its iconic red-clad orphans, a tribute to an orphanage nearby that dressed its wards in red from 1772 until their hospital closed.
Despite being ranked fifth globally by Food & Wine for its exceptional street food in 2022, the market's existence was brought to an abrupt end overnight from Sunday to Monday. Lieutenant Colonel Pierre de Bouvier, on the scene early Monday morning, reported that the entire market, including its metal structure, had collapsed. Mayor Ariel Weil of the central Paris district expressed relief that the fire was contained and could not spread further, stating that no neighboring buildings were harmed. This tragic incident is an ongoing situation, and local journalists are actively gathering updates.
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