Legend Hotel Paris 6e Takes a French Approach to Sustainability Challenges

Green Globe Certification recently awarded Legend Hotel Paris 6e its inaugural certification. Nestled on a lively street in Paris's 6th arrondissement, dreams and reality gently intertwine at the Legend Hotel where pastel hues, natural materials, and delicate lighting create a timeless cocoon of Bohemian-chic and modern elegance.

“We are very proud of achieving our first Green Globe certification. Obtaining certification is not a medal to hang in the lobby. It is a demanding, day-to-day commitment, almost a craft. At Legend Hotel, we embraced this challenge with seriousness… while never giving up our eye for detail and our love for work done properly,” said Emma Verdie, Manager at the hotel.

Sustainable Operations
The Legend Hotel has implemented comprehensive sustainability initiatives across the property to reduce its environmental impacts. The hotel has focused on exemplary waste sorting procedures and is constantly improving its recycling rate. Since 2024, waste sorting has become a true team ritual. Sorting of as many types of waste as possible is organized systematically across the property with clearly identified collection points. The introduction of organic waste sorting in spring further refined waste management practices, boosting the overall recycling rate. At Legend Hotel, even vegetable peelings can play their part in the collective effort to minimize waste volume. Initially the numbers were low, however steady, measurable progress has made a real difference to overall results. In 2025, the hotel achieved a good, solid recycling rate of just over 50%, indicating that almost half of all waste was diverted away from landfill.

The hotel obtains its electricity from green sources, regulates its energy needs by adjusting the temperature of its spaces and optimizes its heating and air conditioning systems. A temperature range of between 19°C and 24°C is set within hotel rooms. Guests are encouraged to maintain these temperatures and minimize energy consumption through awareness programs. Small gestures such as this can make a big difference to reducing energy usage, both at the hotel and at home.

Breakfast Served the Traditional Way
Great efforts have been made to redesign breakfast offerings using the purest local traditions. The creation of a delicious healthy sustainable menu posed a challenge but basically meant a return to a common-sense approach. Local, ethically sourced produce is now an essential key ingredient in the first meal of the day, which forms the first ecological act of a stay. The hotel has completely rethought its menu - farm yogurts, local honey and terroir apple juices are now offered to eco-conscious guests. Suppliers are located exclusively within a 100 km radius reducing the property’s carbon footprint and individual packaging of items is strictly forbidden. The result - a more authentic table with products whose artisans are truly known and trusted by the hotel.

A Master Class in French Gastronomy
The Green Globe certification process has led to renewed collaborations with neighborhood artisans, specifically chefs renowned for their sweet delights – chocolate, macarons and high-end cakes.

“Green Globe pushed us to rethink our partnerships… and it proved to be an excellent idea! We have built a more responsible, more refined offer, and one that is deeply rooted in our neighborhood. At Legend Hotel, sustainability is not a trend: it is a tradition-driven commitment, carried forward by our team and by the artisans who make the heart of our neighborhood beat,” explained Emma Verdie.

Painstaking craftsmanship has strengthened Legend Hotel’s connection to its local roots, in line with the expectations of today’s discerning travelers. The hotel proudly showcases a selection of beautifully handcrafted sweets. Lovers of fine chocolate can indulge in sampling Alain Ducasse chocolates whose Discovery gift box is a tribute to the craftsmanship of master chocolatiers. A selection of chocolates from local chocolatier Chapon and La Chocolaterie de l’Église is also presented in a delightful colored case. Guests can also enjoy Pierre Hermé’s “signature” macarons presented in a Paris-themed gift box, an ideal and unforgettable souvenir. And for special occasions, or just simply to indulge, the sumptuous Royal cake from Maison Thévenin - the hotel’s neighboring pastry chef - is always a treat.

Finally, the neighborhood is brought to life through the hotel’s Gourmet Walk in Saint-Germain-des-Prés tours. Led by a guide who is an expert in French gastronomy, guests discover passionate artisans, exceptional treats, iconic dishes and gourmet breaks prepared by a Meilleur Ouvrier de France. A memorable immersive experience deep in the heart of historic and culinary Paris.

Contact

EMMA VERDIÉ
Directrice / Manager
Legend Hotel Paris 6e
151 bis rue de Rennes
75006 Paris
France
E: direction@legendhotelparis.com
T: +33 1 45 48 97 38
www.legendhotelparis.com