Two awesome new spots are set to open along the Petite Ceinture starting in 2026, and we can’t wait to check them out
Paris has no shortage of cool spots to hang out, meet up, and experience the city in a different way. Yet the Petite Ceinture continues to surprise with new venues that blend culture, social engagement, and a friendly atmosphere. In 2026, two new venues will open there, and there’s plenty to look forward to.
The Petite Ceinture: A playground for super-cool spots
The former Parisian railway line is now well known for hosting unique third places and terraces that draw crowds. In this way, it reaffirms its role as an open-air urban laboratory, where each project reinvents a corner of Paris. On June 1, 2026, SNCF Immobilier announced two new winners from the call for projects launched in 2025 in partnership with the City of Paris.
These two projects will be located in the 15th and 20th arrondissement. On the agenda: a cultural space on one side, a venue dedicated to sustainable food on the other. Furthermore, both locations are expected to open as early as 2026, leaving little time before the first visits.
For fans of super-cool spots in Paris, this news comes at just the right time. The Petite Ceinture proves, once again, that it knows how to reinvent itself without losing its soul.
A call for proposals that is bearing fruit
The call for proposals launched in 2025 by SNCF Immobilier and the City of Paris aimed to breathe new life into neglected spaces. Two candidates were selected from among the submissions. Each offers a compelling vision that is firmly rooted in the current expectations of Parisians.
As a result, the Petite Ceinture is gaining two new venues that address very real needs: access to culture and raising awareness about responsible eating. These two projects embody a vision of a vibrant, inclusive Paris that is open to everyone.
“The Petite Ceinture once again confirms its status as an open-air urban laboratory, where culture, civic engagement, and a sense of community continue to reinvent Paris.”
Underline: a super cool new spot under the arches of the 15th arrondissement
Beneath the eleven arches of Vaugirard, in the 15th arrondissement, a new cultural venue is set to open. Gabius, a company specializing in events—from exhibitions to trade shows—has been selected to establish Underline there. This project represents 2,000 square meters of cultural space, just a short walk from Saint-Georges Park.
The space will be divided into two distinct areas. The first will be dedicated to temporary exhibitions and will be available for private events. The second will host artist and artisan residencies, providing a creative space in the heart of Paris.
Underline is shaping up to be one of the most anticipated cool spots of the year in the capital. Art and design enthusiasts have every reason to mark their calendars.
- Underline is setting up shop beneath the eleven arches of Vaugirard, in the 15th arrondissement.
- The project is being led by Gabius, a company specializing in event planning.
- The venue offers 2,000 square meters dedicated to culture, temporary exhibitions, and artist residencies.
- La Maison Comestible is setting up shop in the former Vincennes train station in the 20th arrondissement.
- The project is led by L’École Comestible, an organization founded in 2019 by journalist Camille Labro.
Gabius, an event planning company branching out into new areas
Gabius is known for its expertise in event planning. By setting up shop on the Petite Ceinture, the company is taking things to a new level and offering a permanent venue that is deeply rooted in its neighborhood. As a result, Underline will be more than just a rental space: it will be a true hub of cultural life.
The artist and artisan residencies planned for the site bring a strong human and creative dimension. In addition, the option to reserve exhibition spaces for private events opens the venue up to a wide variety of uses and audiences.
La Maison Comestible: a super cool spot for a different kind of dining experience
In the 20th arrondissement,the former Vincennes train station will be home to a project of a very different kind. L’École Comestible, an association founded in 2019 by journalist Camille Labro, is setting up its Maison Comestible there. Since its inception, this organization has been working to promote education on healthy and sustainable eating in schools, from farm to table.
The organization is now taking a major step forward with this space entirely dedicated to sustainable food. On the agenda: workshops, gatherings, and community gardens, with a participatory program designed for people of all ages. As a result, the Maison Comestible has established itself as a space for sharing and learning that is open to the city.
For Parisians looking for super-cool spots where you can take care of yourself and the planet, this place checks all the boxes. It’s part of a broader movement that makes the Petite Ceinture a truly socially conscious neighborhood.
These two new venues join a long list of projects that make the Petite Ceinture one of the most vibrant areas in Paris. With Underline in the 15th arrondissement and Maison Comestible in the 20th, the capital is gaining two super-cool spots that blend creativity, conviviality, and purpose. What’s more, their arrival in 2026 gives us a great reason to revisit this old railway line with fresh, curious eyes.
