Bitte (pronounced ‘beet’) is a slang word for penis and sidewalk bollards are often referred to as ‘bittes de trottoir’. They are often decorated with planters in the summertime.

Bitte de Trottoir 1

 

Bitte de Trottoir planters

 

Bitte de Trottoir 2
They add a nice pop of color to a grey sidewalk.

Cynthia Tuttelman

Cynthia Tuttelman (aka "Tut") is a writer, family doctor and quilter who lives in Northern California and part-time each year in Paris, France. Follow along and explore the wonders of Paris.