Hôtel d'Avaray (Philippe's mansion)

The Intouchables · Filming location

Hôtel d'Avaray (Philippe's mansion)

In the story · Philippe's home

The 1720s mansion where Driss turns up for his job interview, moves into his marble bathroom and finally gets everyone dancing to Earth, Wind & Fire at Philippe's birthday. It is the residence of the Dutch ambassador, so admire the carriage gate from the street; the courtyard opens only on Heritage Days.

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Where to stand for the photo

Stand on the opposite pavement of Rue de Grenelle and frame the full carriage gate with its sculpted keystone, leaving room for the mansard roof above.

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Getting there

  • Address: 85 Rue de Grenelle, 75007 Paris
  • Nearest metro: Rue du Bac (L12)
Access
Exterior only; interior restricted. This is the Dutch ambassador's residence: apart from Heritage Days there are no visits, so photograph it from the street and don't ring.
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  • The real filming location
  • A place standing in for it
  • Inspired by the story