Dynamic and picturesque are two words that perfectly describe Paris's 2nd arrondissement. Located on the right bank of the Seine, it's a small rectangle stretching from the Opéra Garnier to the Halles de Paris.
Did you know that it is the smallest district in the capital? It is also the least populated, with only 23,000 inhabitants recorded in 2011.
The district has many attractions, such as the National Library of France, the Palais Brongniart (former Paris stock exchange), and the Opéra-Comique. Halfway between culture and business, it is therefore an ideal place to domicile your company.
When creating a company, one of the first administrative steps to take is to provide its registered office. This is the domiciliation of the company. This address is, in a way, its place of birth, and as such must appear on all its documents (invoices, quotes, delivery notes, etc.). It determines the company's country of taxation, its nationality, but also the competent authorities in the event of a dispute.
In this context, let's discover together all the advantages of the 2nd arrondissement of Paris for domiciling your company!
The second district is made up of several neighborhoods:
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The Gaillon district is historic and has great transport links to the rest of the city via metro lines 3, 7, and 8. It's home to several theaters, including the Théâtre de la Michodière.
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The Vivienne district is particularly charming and authentic. You'll find the Galerie Vivienne, Galerie Colbert, Passage des Princes, Opéra-Comique, the Bibliothèque Nationale de France, and the Palais Brongniart (the old Paris stock exchange).
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The Mail district, closer to Place des Victoires and the Banque de France headquarters, is where many company headquarters are located.
- The Bonne-Nouvelle district, which is home to the famous Rue Montorgueil, and the butte (hill), which gave it its name. This district is known for its many shops, restaurants, and cafes. Rather residential, more and more trendy companies are deciding to set up shop there to break the mold.
The 2nd arrondissement hasn't changed as much as other central districts in Paris. It used to be considered the support base for Les Halles (especially with Rue Montorgueil), but today it's a real shopping street with all sorts of different stores.
Its authentic side has been somewhat lost, preferring to open up to a younger and more dynamic population. Property prices are rising rapidly in the district, and it's becoming difficult to buy commercial premises there.
For business leaders looking to set up shop there, the best solution is probably to use the services of a domiciliation company!
By choosing a registered address provider, you can separate your registered office from your actual place of work. It's a simple, inexpensive, and very useful service that’s a great alternative to renting commercial premises or using your home address.
First, you'll have access to a prestigious address. A brilliant addition to your business card, it directly inspires confidence in your customers. It also gives you access to a host of essential services to make your day-to-day life easier.
If you prefer, you can have just one mailbox, with digital mail forwarding. You can also opt to have your mail forwarded directly to your workplace.
Going digital is still a favorite among business owners because it saves time and storage space. Your mail is just a few clicks away in your inbox and on your personal online account.
By getting rid of mail management, you can swap this time-consuming task for other activities that add more value to your company.
In addition to mail management, domiciliation companies also offer switchboard services, administrative and legal assistance, and meeting room rental.
With SeDomicilier, you get 100% online services, a business address contract in under five minutes, and a wide range of really important daily benefits. Everything is accessible from a secure and customizable online dashboard. What are you waiting for to take the plunge?
Written by our expert Paul LASBARRERES-CANDAU
January 6, 2020
