The 2CV, Paris’ equivalent of the Venetian gondola?

While exploring Paris last weekend, just as we caught our first site of the Sacre Coeur, a group of 2CVs drove past. It was a great opportunity to photograph this iconic symbol of France in front of one of Paris’ most famous landmarks.

My first thoughts were that it was an owner’s club excursion or possibly a race and when I got home I googled the name on the car, 4 Roues sous 1 Parapluie. It turns out that this company owns a large fleet of 2CVs and they offer a full range of guided tours and events for individuals and companies. What a great idea! I have always loved 2CVs. Prices start from  10€ per person (for a 15 minute tour). A tour would make a wonderful surprise present for a special occasion. I’ll have to drop a few very large hints next time I’m in Paris (whenever that might be).

Will the 2CV become as a familiar sight in Paris as gondolas are in Venice? I hope so.

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Author:Kathryn Burrington

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16 Responses to “The 2CV, Paris’ equivalent of the Venetian gondola?”

  1. June 10, 2012 at 3:19 pm #

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  2. May 30, 2012 at 1:01 pm #

    Fab idea – might have to give it a go when I’m next in Paris!

    • May 30, 2012 at 1:04 pm #

      And if you do I’ll look forward to hearing all about it!

  3. May 30, 2012 at 8:48 am #

    What a fantastic idea, I tried to think of a suitable vehicle for London, a Mini maybe? then realised I have enough trouble getting in and out of our Focus!

  4. May 29, 2012 at 9:14 pm #

    I love the 2CV and always whip the camera out when I spy one. I’ll have to look out some of my shots and start a new board on Pinterest.

    • May 30, 2012 at 1:04 pm #

      I look forward to seeing them :-)

  5. May 29, 2012 at 8:45 pm #

    Great shot, Kat. Lovely juxtaposition of two iconic symbols. Beautiful.

    • May 29, 2012 at 8:52 pm #

      Thank you. The timing was perfect and this one stopped in the traffic just long enough for me to take this pic!

  6. May 29, 2012 at 6:27 pm #

    Wonderful capture, and isn’t Sacre Coeur superb?

    • May 29, 2012 at 6:51 pm #

      Thanks Jo and yes, Sacre Coeur is very beautiful. Lovely atmosphere too.

  7. May 29, 2012 at 5:38 pm #

    Lovely shot! And thanks for the info. Sounds like fun :-)

    • May 29, 2012 at 6:50 pm #

      Thanks and yes it does!

  8. May 29, 2012 at 1:34 pm #

    Met a guy about 10 years ago who drove a 2CV from Deventer, The Netherlands, to South Africa, back in the 80s. And had a photo album to prove it. :)

    • May 29, 2012 at 6:50 pm #

      I bet he’s a few tales to tell!

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