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In the Heart of the Marais in Paris, the Swiss Cultural Center (Finally) Reopens its Doors

Au cœur du Marais à Paris, le Centre culturel suisse rouvre (enfin) ses portes

The Centre Culturel Suisse (CCS) in Paris is set to reopen on March 26, 2026, following a four-year renovation of its Marais district headquarters. The architectural overhaul, led by firms ASBR and Truwant+Rodet+, features modernized modular galleries, a redesigned bookstore, and a new courtyard café. The relaunch will be celebrated with a three-day festival featuring performances by choreographer Edouard Hue and music from the Bongo Joe Records label.

This reopening restores a vital link for Swiss contemporary art within the French capital's cultural landscape. By launching with three distinct exhibitions by Mai-Thu Perret, Ingeborg Lüscher, and Akosua Viktoria Adu-Sanyah, the institution signals a commitment to diverse intergenerational programming that spans sculpture, performance, and AI-driven photography. The extensive renovation ensures the CCS remains a competitive and accessible venue for international artistic exchange in one of Europe's most prominent art districts.