Going to a government office in a Socialist country is usually about as much fun as cutting off…read moreyour own toe. The thought is always "How much of my life will I have to sacrifice for this?" But au contraire my French-bashing friends, strange and wonderful things are afoot at your local French post office. We step inside, on the day before Christmas and there is NO line. My brother-in-law walks up to the counter and is immediately greeted by an employee who quickly retrieves the package in question and bestows it upon its rightful owner. I ask about postage for a few last minute Christmas cards and this same eager employee walks me over to the shiny new automated postage machine and begins to elaborate on its numerous glories. I'm only catching a little of this but I fish a five out of my pocket. Mr. Eager continues the schpeal as he gets me change from the equally shiny, equally new and apparently glorious change machine, gets my stamps and we are in and out of the Post Office in under 5 minutes. I was flabbergasted. France. you continue to surprise me!

I needed to ship a letter opener back to the states. I went to FedEx and they quoted me 81 and then…read more69 euro! This thing weighs 0.1 kg! I went to this post office and it was busy, but the staff were very helpful. They essentially did everything for me and it cost 10 euro. They spoke enough English to understand what I wanted and to communicate what I needed to do. It worked out extremely well.

I deliberately tack on 10 extra minutes or plan my day closer to this post office rather than go to…read morethe one nearest to my home. Yes, this is that good of a post office. Why? It was recently renovated and the design is bright, light and peppy All of the machines work There are never any lines They are miraculously staffed with just the right number of people to avoid hissing, pushing, line-cutting and scowls. Halleluja! The staff is informed friendly -- a miracle on Earth!

I've rarely (if ever) encountered such a clean, friendly and helpful post office in the US…read more Stopped in to mail some postcards and got what I needed, some extra advice to boot and service with a smile. Granted not a tricky transaction, but appreciated nonetheless.

Was very confused walking in here (doesn't help I don't know much French language yet) but a very…read morehelpful lady who works here pointed me in the right direction & helped me sort my letter for international posting. Fantastic help/service. Now that I know how to use the machines I am able to send my letters.

Easy and convenient location right near Les Halles.read more