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François Truffaut movie tour

François Truffaut movie tour, between childhood memories and unforgettable film scenes, a guided tour in the footsteps of a leading filmmaker of the New Wave.

As the embodiment of the New Wave, the filmmaker gives us the perfect setting for a cine-walk, with Paris streets as the backdrop. You’ll stroll through his favorite neighborhood—where he grew up and discovered his passion for film. Around Place de Clichy, the film The 400 Blows gave birth to young Antoine Doinel, his loyal spokesperson for nearly 20 years. In the same area, movie theaters constantly remind us of his love for cinema. Sets, living places, characters, actors, and friends guide this tour.

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As the embodiment of the New Wave, the filmmaker gives us the perfect setting for a cine-walk, with Paris streets as the backdrop. You’ll stroll through his favorite neighborhood—where he grew up and discovered his passion for film. Around Place de Clichy, the film The 400 Blows gave birth to young Antoine Doinel, his loyal spokesperson for nearly 20 years. In the same area, movie theaters constantly remind us of his love for cinema. Sets, living places, characters, actors, and friends guide this tour.

The highlights of your movie tour

  • Between the Church of the Trinity and Place de Clichy, many settings from The 400 Blows, our central theme.
  • The theater from The Last Metro on the very cinematic Place Saint-Georges.
  • The places of his childhood, the address of his apartment, and those of his lifelong friends.
  • Place de Clichy, epicenter of the Antoine Doinel saga.
  • The beautiful Montmartre Cemetery where François Truffaut has rested since 1984.
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  • Ciné-Balade "Le Paris de François Truffaut", avec Jean-Pierre Léaud
  • Ciné-Balade "Le Paris de François Truffaut"
  • Cine-Balade "Lycées et universités", Les 400 coups, un film de François Truffaut avec Jean-pierre Léaud
  • Ciné-Balade "Le Paris de François Truffaut"
  • Portrait de François Truffaut
  • Ciné-Balade "Le Paris de François Truffaut"
  • Tour privé Ciné-Balade "Le Paris de François Truffaut"
  • Ciné-Balade "Le Paris de François Truffaut", avec Jean-Pierre Léaud
  • Ciné-Balade "Le Paris de François Truffaut"
  • Cine-Balade "Lycées et universités", Les 400 coups, un film de François Truffaut avec Jean-pierre Léaud
  • Ciné-Balade "Le Paris de François Truffaut"
  • Portrait de François Truffaut
  • Ciné-Balade "Le Paris de François Truffaut"
  • Tour privé Ciné-Balade "Le Paris de François Truffaut"

TICKETING

Check the online ticket office to see upcoming available dates and book your tour.

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PRACTICAL INFORMATION

Where?

Meeting point: Trinité Garden
Metro: Trinité d’Estienne d’Orves (L12)
Route: From the Church of the Trinity to Montmartre Cemetery via Avenue Trudaine.

Duration?

2h30 (2,5km)

For whom?

This tour is perfect for fans of François Truffaut (and there are many!), but also suits anyone curious to better understand his work and personality. If you’ve seen The 400 Blows, it’ll enhance the experience. Teachers can also include it in their curriculum by combining it with a visit to the Cinémathèque.
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Groups of up to 15 for individual bookings. Up to 20 for pre-formed groups. Multiple groups possible.

Before you go

Wear good walking shoes, bring a bottle of water, and don’t forget a sweater or umbrella—just in case 🙂

Weather

Tours take place in all weather, even in the rain! In case of extreme conditions (storms or high heat), Ciné-Balade will contact you the day before or the morning of the tour to cancel or reschedule.

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WHAT OUR VISITORS SAY

  • A real pleasure

    Retracing François Truffaut’s footsteps in the 9th and 18th arrondissements of Paris on a beautiful June Sunday, while listening to the passionate Juliette, was a real pleasure. Through our conversations, we rediscovered the filmmaker as a rebellious child and learned many things about his life and work we hadn’t known. Highly recommended!
    Pierre M.

  • Fascinating

    A personal tour of the 9th arrondissement with Juliette in the footsteps of François Truffaut, his many films (especially The 400 Blows), and his peers like Charles Aznavour, Alain Resnais, Jeanne Moreau, etc. Juliette is a passionate and very flexible guide, even with large groups. We followed her route with a big group of friends, and Juliette adapted the path immediately and effortlessly so everyone could follow at their own pace. We would’ve gladly stayed longer and highly recommend!
    Marie

  • Interesting walk

    Heartfelt thanks for yesterday’s Truffaut walk, allowing me to discover the heart of the 9th arrondissement, usually far from my Left Bank routine. The content, relevance, tools (thanks for the iPad film clips!), and especially the tone made it an interesting, informative, and fun tour, not even spoiled by the bad weather (it could’ve rained worse!). See you next time for sure.
    Vincent F.

  • A very beautiful experience

    Thanks to Juliette for her energy, expertise, and attentiveness. The walk in Truffaut’s footsteps was enchanting! A beautiful experience we’d love to repeat soon…
    Maëva

  • Great discovery

    This cine-walk around François Truffaut was a great find, in a lively arrondissement, with a dynamic guide who led us enthusiastically into the world of the filmmaker and his characters. Thank you very much, Juliette!
    Danielle B.

  • Lovely walk

    A lovely walk this Thursday in the footsteps of François Truffaut and his friends. I rediscovered a familiar neighborhood in a new light. Thanks to Juliette for sharing her film knowledge and inspiring us to watch or rewatch some great movies. Thank you!
    Gilbert

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