Au Levain des Pyrénées is a neighborhood bakery‑pastry shop located at 44 Rue des Pyrénées in Paris’s 20ᵗʰ arrondissement, a short walk from Maraîchers metro station. Famous for its long, crusty and airy baguette, it won the prestigious Paris Best Baguette competition in 2023. 

History & awards
Led by baker Tharshan Selvarajah, this bakery stood out among over 175 entrants in the official competition, strictly adhering to professional criteria: length (50–55 cm), weight (250–270 g), fixed salt content (18 g/kg), perfect alveolation and crust. The baguette even earned the opportunity to supply the Élysée Palace for a year.

Atmosphere & clientele
With a warm, local vibe typical of a bustling neighborhood bakery, customers include loyal locals, families, and bread lovers who come specifically for the baguette. Staff are generally professional and courteous, though a few reviews mention a more austere salesperson.

Offerings & what to expect
In addition to the award‑winning baguette tradition, the bakery serves refined sandwiches (such as salmon, chicken, pâté), fresh viennoiseries, homemade flan and simple pastries. The flan is frequently praised for its balanced sweetness and texture.

Practical information

Hours: Monday–Friday 7:00 AM to 8:30 PM; Saturday 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM; closed Sunday. 
Mes Commerces
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Take‑away only; no dine‑in or delivery.

Accepts credit cards and contactless payment.

Anecdotes & reviews
One Reddit user shared:

“2023 winner of Best Baguette in Paris… It was absolutely delicious… The pinnacle of breadmaking.”

One isolated reviewer reported insects in viennoiseries—an outlier among mostly positive feedback.

Why visit?
Drop by early morning to grab a baguette straight out of the oven. Try a house sandwich for a quick, flavorful lunch or the flan for a sweet pause. A must‑visit for lovers of traditional bread and artisanal craft in eastern Paris.