Paris in 1 Day for Couples - Gluten-free French pastries and bread
In Collaboration with Paris With Fay. Updated on February 26, 2026.
A 2.5-hour guided walking food tour in Saint-Germain-des-Prés focused on traditional French sweet and savory items prepared gluten-free. You will sample bread, pastries, chocolates, charcuterie, cheeses and wine while your local guide leads you through the historic streets around Place Saint-Sulpice.
This itinerary was created in collaboration with Paris With Fay, inspired by the tour Gluten-free Food Tour in Saint-Germain-des-Prés. Please check the tour information during your booking process.
Highlights
- Gluten-free French pastries and bread
- Local cheeses, charcuterie and a wine tasting
- Walk through the historic Saint-Germain-des-Prés quarter
- One long seated tasting stop to relax
Itinerary
Day 1
Afternoon gluten-free walking tasting tour around Place Saint-Sulpice and Saint-Germain-des-Prés. Total walking distance ~2 km with one longer seated tasting.
Meet at Église Saint-Sulpice — introduction and briefing
Meet your guide in front of the main entrance of Église Saint-Sulpice. Quick introductions, safety notes, and overview of the route and tastings.
Tips from local experts:
- Your guide will carry a Paris With Fay tote bag to make them easy to spot.
- Arrive at the exact meeting point (main steps of Saint-Sulpice); there is no need to arrive more than a few minutes early.
- Tell the guide about any additional dietary restrictions immediately so they can confirm substitutions.
Short neighborhood walk & savory tasting
A 20–30 minute gentle walk through nearby streets of Saint-Germain-des-Prés with the first savory tasting (charcuterie and cheeses paired with a small glass of wine).
Tips from local experts:
- Wear comfortable shoes — the route is roughly flat but includes cobbled streets.
- Pace is relaxed for photos and conversation; expect about 5–10 minutes of walking between stops.
- Keep a small reusable bottle or water — tastings include wine but water breaks are recommended.
Gluten-free bakery stop — pastries and bread samples
Taste gluten-free versions of classic French pastries and freshly baked bread. This stop focuses on sweet items (croissant-equivalent, pain au chocolat-equivalent, or similar) prepared without gluten.
Tips from local experts:
- If you have other allergies (eggs, dairy, nuts), mention them to the guide before sampling.
- This stop includes small plated samples meant for sharing — arrive ready to try a few different items.
- Keep belongings close; bakeries are small and shoppers pass through during the afternoon.
Long seated tasting — savory plates and wine (sit-down)
One longer seated stop to relax: a selection of savory plates (charcuterie, cheeses, bread) paired with wine and time to sit, chat, and rest.
Tips from local experts:
- This is the planned long stop — there will be seating and restroom access; use this time to rest if needed.
- Ask the guide for recommended pairings and local names for cheeses to remember after the tour.
- If you prefer less or no alcohol, inform the guide at the start of this stop; non-alcoholic options are provided.
Chocolate and sweet finishing samples; walk back toward Saint-Sulpice
Final sweet tasting focused on chocolates and small confections, followed by a short walk returning toward Place Saint-Sulpice for final remarks.
Tips from local experts:
- Save room for final samples — chocolates are smaller portions designed to finish the tasting sequence.
- During the walk back there are photo opportunities of historic streets (Rue Bonaparte and nearby lanes).
- If you need a receipt or address list of shops, the guide provides an address book at the end.
Final Q&A and tour end at Saint-Sulpice
Return to the meeting point at the main entrance of Église Saint-Sulpice. Final questions, distribution of the address book, and official end of the tour.
Tips from local experts:
- The tour ends at the same location as the start; allow time after the tour if you plan to continue exploring the neighborhood.
- Ask the guide for recommendations for romantic nearby restaurants or quiet wine bars if you want to extend your evening.
- Group size is small (max 8); if you lost a personal item, confirm with the guide before leaving the meeting point.
Itinerary Attributes
| Days | 1 |
| Highlights | 4 |
| Season | - |
| Month | - |
| Persona | Couples |
| Transfers | - |
| Restaurants | 1 |
| Total Activities | 6 |
| Total Places | 6 |
| Activities Types | Attraction, Neighborhood, Shopping, Meal |
