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Bois-Préau Park, a forest in the city, Rueil-Malmaison (92)

Just a few minutes' walk from the Château de Malmaison is a lovely park planted with trees: welcome to the Parc de Bois-Préau, Rueil's beautiful green space, where you'll feel like you're in a forest.

The Musée des Plans Reliefs, a unique collection in Paris

The Musée des Plans Relief, located in the Hôtel des Invalides in Paris, houses some 100 relief plans of fortified towns. Once used for military purposes, they are now preserved in their original state at the Invalides, where you can discover these immense models of French towns.

Les Petites Mains in the gardens of the Palais Galliera, lunches and dinners overlooking the Eiffel Tower

The gardens of the Palais Galliera once again play host to Les Petites Mains. On the plates, seasonal cuisine by Jared Phillips, in the sweet section, creations by pastry chef Paloma Laguette, and in the glasses, cocktails by mixologist Vincent Diener. A terrace restaurant ideal for soaking up the sun, facing the Eiffel Tower.

DIY: we tested a kintsugi workshop, the Japanese art of repairing broken objects with gold

Kintsugi is a Japanese method that gives a broken plate, bowl or vase a second life, embellished with shimmering golden joints. From Belleville, Delphine suggests you arm yourself with patience to try the adventure!

Pierre Hermé launches his chocolate factory: Infiniment chocolat, discover the delights

Food lovers, and chocolate fans in particular, beware. Pierre Hermé, the king of pastries, opens his first boutique dedicated exclusively to chocolate. We're off to discover this new temple to cocoa lovers, on boulevard Capucines, in Paris's 2nd arrondissement.

The Villemin garden, a bucolic park on the banks of the Canal Saint-Martin

Right next to the Canal Saint-Martin, in the 10th arrondissement, is the Jardin Villemin, a pretty, tree-lined spot with sports fields and playground.

Bonjour Bichat, the friendly, retro food market on a human scale in the 10th arrondissement

Welcome to Bonjour Bichat, a small, cosy food market where you can try out new flavours, from the fusion of Asian and African food to Crrsp's crunchy, revisited French bistro cuisine!

Luminiscence: the incredible immersive show is extended to Saint-Eustache church, our photos

This winter and spring, get ready to discover Saint-Eustache church as you've never seen it before! From February 16 to June 28, 2024, the famous edifice nestled in the capital's 1st arrondissement opens its doors to the incredible "Luminiscence" experience. On the program? An immersive theatrical tour followed by a magnificent 360-degree sound and light show recounting the history of this famous Parisian landmark, which celebrates its 800th anniversary this year.

Mavrommatis, the Michelin-starred Greek restaurant for a Mediterranean getaway in Paris

Since 1993, the Michelin-starred Mavrommatis restaurant has established itself as a temple of Hellenic gastronomy in Paris. From April 6, 2024, the restaurant expands its culinary horizons by opening its doors on Saturday lunchtimes, allowing fine gourmets to enjoy the Mediterranean delights of chef Andreas Mavrommatis.

Rendez-vous aux Jardins 2024 at the Favières Japanese garden in Seine-et-Marne

The Rendez-vous aux jardins, an event that highlights and opens the doors to the most beautiful gardens throughout France, awaits us from May 31 to June 2, 2024. On this occasion, we invite you to discover the Japanese garden at Favières in Seine-et-Marne, a hidden garden on the edge of a forest that should make you feel zen.

Natures vivantes: the photo exhibition showcasing the gardens of the Albert Kahn Museum - photos

The Musée Albert Kahn explores the philanthropist's passion for his gardens, with the photo exhibition Natures vivantes, on view from April 30 to December 31, 2024.

Rosny-Rail, the railway and train museum at Rosny-sous-Bois station (93)

The Rosny-sous-Bois railway station in Seine-Saint-Denis is home to a museum that is, to say the least... unusual. Run by volunteers with a passion for railroads, the Musée du Rosny-Rail is a must for all train enthusiasts.

Unusual in the Yvelines: the superb waterfall grotto at Parc du Dr Fauvel in Villennes-sur-Seine

Villennes-sur-Seine, a charming commune in the Yvelines department, is home to a little-known treasure: the waterfalls of the Parc Fauvel grotto. Located some 36 kilometers west of Notre-Dame Cathedral in Paris, this small town near Poissy on the left bank of the Seine boasts a park that combines history and nature. The park, an example of English romanticism, features an unusual grotto and waterfalls.

Parrot World, Île-de-France's immersive animal park: what's new for 2024

Parrot World, a zoo dedicated to South American animals, located in Crécy-la-Chapelle, Seine-et-Marne, opened its doors in August 2020. If you haven't yet visited this zoological park, jaguars, penguins and other multicolored parrots in one of Europe's largest aviaries await you, with a lodge option to sleep as close as possible to the animals. An ethical and exotic place to rediscover from the February 2024 vacations.

Where to see the most beautiful wisteria in Paris and the Ile-de-France region?

Are you fascinated by the beauty of wisteria? From April to May, they reveal all their beauty. To make the most beautiful discoveries and take the most beautiful photos of these famous blue-purple flowers, we reveal the must-see and sometimes hidden and secret spots.

Hwaro Grill, the authentic Korean barbecue in the 15th arrondissement, awakens our taste buds

Like a craving for grilled meats with good Korean flavors? We take you to discover Hwaro Grill, this new Korean restaurant which has just opened its doors in the 15ᵉ arrondissement of Paris. An authentic Korean barbecue, run by Koreans and warmly decorated, we run.

Les rendez-vous de la Madeleine, re-enactment weekends at the château de la Madeleine - photos

Les rendez-vous de la Madeleine are back from these April 27 and 28, 2024. Head for the Château de la Madeleine in Chevreuse, where we invite you to relive medieval life, free of charge, over 4 lively weekends from late April to October.

Retrospective exhibition of designer Iris Van Herpen at the Musée des Arts Décoratifs - final days

Iris Van Herpen is the latest fashion designer to be honored by the Musée des Arts Décoratifs, in a retrospective exhibition from November 29, 2023 to April 28, 2024. Between fashion, technology and "meta-morphism", the installation promises to be exceptional!

Urban Art Fair 2024: the Street Art Fair unveils at Carreau du Temple, our photos

The Carreau du Temple hosts the eighth edition of the international urban art fair: the Urban Art Fair. From April 25 to 28, 2024, street-art enthusiasts won't want to miss this event, which brings together the best of international urban art in a single venue.

Le Jardin Yili, the unusual Chinese garden hidden away in the Yvelines

Jardin Yili is the only privately-owned traditional Chinese garden in France. Head for Saint-Rémy-l'Honoré in the Yvelines, about 33 km from Paris, for a change of scenery. Discover this 10,000 m² green space, imbued with spirituality and tranquility, where you can discover the art of Chinese gardens and immerse yourself in a feng shui setting inspired by age-old traditions.