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Secondhand bookshop in Paris, since 1989

The Abbey Bookshop

English-languageCanadianaHumanities
A Canadian-run, English-language secondhand shop in the Latin Quarter, stacked so densely that customers are sometimes guided to the right pile. Famous for offering visitors a coffee.
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    Where is The Abbey Bookshop?

    The Abbey Bookshop is listed in Paris, France. The recorded address is 29 Rue de la Parcheminerie, 75005 Paris.

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    What sort of bookshop is The Abbey Bookshop?

    The Atlas records it as a secondhand bookshop. Listed interests include English-language, Canadiana, Humanities. These categories describe the shop rather than its live stock. Contact it directly about a particular title or edition.

    When can I visit The Abbey Bookshop?

    Recorded opening hours: Mo-We,Fr,Sa 10:00-19:00; Su 13:00-19:00; Th 10:00-20:00. Public holidays, events and temporary closures can change these hours. Confirm directly before making a special trip.

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    Is The Abbey Bookshop wheelchair accessible?

    The recorded wheelchair-access information is “no”. This is source information, not an access inspection by Creasy Spines. Ask the shop about entrances, aisles, levels and facilities that matter for your visit.

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