The acclaimed French spy drama following undercover agents of the intelligence service was filmed in Paris – home of the fictional ‘Bureau’ – with the deserts of Morocco and beyond standing in for its dangerous foreign postings.
Where was The Bureau filmed?
The Bureau was filmed in Paris, France, with scenes in Morocco and beyond.
Every The Bureau location, explained
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The Bureau – Paris
The intelligence headquarters and city scenes used Paris, France.
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The Middle East – Morocco
The dangerous foreign postings used the deserts and cities of Morocco.
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Casablanca and the desert
Scenes used Casablanca and the Moroccan desert.
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Further afield – Baku
Some scenes used Baku, Azerbaijan, doubling for the Middle East.
Planning a visit
Paris – the home of the fictional Bureau – is a beautiful, accessible city, while Morocco’s deserts provided its foreign postings.
The Bureau Fun Facts
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Filmed in Paris The spy drama used Paris, with Morocco for foreign postings.
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Based on real intelligence work It draws on the world of France’s foreign intelligence service.
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A critical favourite The series won acclaim as one of the finest spy dramas on TV.
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Agents 'under legend' The title refers to agents living under cover identities.
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A French series It is known in France as Le Bureau des Légendes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where was The Bureau filmed?
In Paris, France, with scenes in Morocco and beyond.
Is it set in Paris?
Yes – at a fictional French intelligence bureau, with foreign postings.
Can you visit the locations?
Yes – Paris and Morocco are accessible.
What is it about?
Undercover agents of France’s foreign intelligence service.
When did it start?
2015.
