Point Ephémère provides authentic analog photochemical photo booth sessions in Paris, Île-de-France, France, preserving classic analog darkroom chemistry. Installed in the summer of 2008 at Point Ephémère in Paris. This photo booth unfortunately no longer works. After being set afire in the summer of 2009, it was replaced in February 2010 and then stopped working June 9 2010. Open 24/7, this photo booth is known as the 'cheapest hotel in Paris' and has been graffitied, squatted, set on fire, attacked with glass bottles, and more. This is considered to be the strongest photo booth ever constructed by Foto Automat because despite all this, it's still standing! However, it is no longer operational.
Opening hours for Point Ephémère: Daily Open.
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Point Ephémère · Paris
Point Ephémère
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Point Ephémère is listed as broken in Paris, Île-de-France, France. Photo strips, cash only.
Location & directions
200 Quai de Valmy, 75019, Paris, Île-de-France, France
48.88142, 2.36842
Telemetry
- Hours today
- Daily Openopen now
- Payment
- Cash Only
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Knowledge base
Frequently asked questions about Point Ephémère
Is the photo booth at Point Ephémère still working?
We haven't confirmed it recently. It was listed as running when we added it, but analog booths do go down. Ring the venue first if it's a long trip, and report back either way.
How much is a strip at Point Ephémère, and can I pay by card?
The price is posted on the machine. Cash only — bring coins or small notes. Most analog booths in this range run a few pounds, euros or dollars a strip.
Is Point Ephémère a real film photo booth or a digital one?
Real film. The strip is developed with real photo chemistry inside the machine, so give it a few minutes to drop.
Do I need to book, or can I just walk up to Point Ephémère?
Just walk up. It's a coin-op booth, not a hire service — no booking, no attendant. If the venue is open, the booth is on.
How many photos do you get at Point Ephémère, and how long does it take?
One strip of four shots. The machine takes the four in quick succession, then develops the strip on the spot — usually three to five minutes before it drops into the slot.
What time can I use the booth at Point Ephémère?
Daily Open. The booth is inside the venue, so those are the hours that matter.
How do I get to Point Ephémère?
It's at 200 Quai de Valmy, Paris, Île-de-France. Use the map above for transit, walking or driving directions from wherever you are.
Can I get into Point Ephémère with a wheelchair or a pram?
We haven't checked access at this venue. Classic booths have a fixed bench and a curtain, so the booth itself is a tight fit; the venue's own access is the thing to ask them about.
What if the booth at Point Ephémère is out of order when I get there?
It happens — these machines are decades old. Scroll to "Nearest booths" in Paris for the closest alternative, and tap "Report an issue" so we can flag it for everyone else.
When was Point Ephémère last checked?
Aug 8, 2026, by us. If you've been more recently, mark it visited on this page — that's how we keep listings honest.
About
Installed in the summer of 2008 at Point Ephémère in Paris. This photo booth unfortunately no longer works. After being set afire in the summer of 2009, it was replaced in February 2010 and then stopped working June 9 2010. Open 24/7, this photo booth is known as the 'cheapest hotel in Paris' and has been graffitied, squatted, set on fire, attacked with glass bottles, and more. This is considered to be the strongest photo booth ever constructed by Foto Automat because despite all this, it's still standing! However, it is no longer operational.
Hours
Daily Open
Verification
- Status
- Broken
- Last checked
- Aug 8, 2026
- Source
- community sources
- Classification
- Analog
- Listing updated
- Aug 8, 2026
- Photo signals
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