Château - activities

Christmas Festival 2024 at Château de Breteuil: a fairytale for the whole family

The 2024 Christmas Festival at the Château de Breteuil, located in the Yvelines, offers a unique experience on December 15, 2024. The château lights up for the occasion, transforming this historic site into a veritable Christmas tale. With decorations in every room, nativity scenes from around the world and shows for young and old, you'll be immersed in the magic of the festive season.

Domaine de Grosbois: guided tours of the château and trotting horse training center (94)

In the Val-de-Marne region of France, the Domaine de Grosbois is a veritable historical and equestrian treasure trove. This 17th-century château, surrounded by a vast park, is now a museum and a mecca for trotting horse training, with guided tours available.

Heritage Days 2024: immerse yourself in the world of Dumas at Château de Monte-Cristo (78)

Château de Monte-Cristo, the home of Alexandre Dumas, is taking part in the Journées du Patrimoine (Heritage Days) on September 21 and 22, 2024. For this occasion, admission to the château is at a reduced price.

Les Grandes Eaux Nocturnes welcomes the magic of drones this summer!

The Grandes Eaux Nocturnes, which will enchant us every Saturday until September 21, 2024 at the Château de Versailles, will welcome, from July 27 to September 7, the Magic of Drones, a sublime choreographed show in the air that has enough to enchant these already exceptional nocturnes.

The Château de la Reine Blanche, a curiosity to be discovered free of charge this summer in the 13th arrondissement - photos

A castle in the heart of Paris? In the capital's 13th arrondissement, hidden from view, a royal manor house has been in hiding since the end of the 13th century. And you can discover it for free with guided tours this summer!

Château de Blandy-les-Tours, a medieval monument in a charming Seine-et-Marne village

The little-known Château de Blandy-les-Tours, located in the very center of a picturesque village in the Seine-et-Marne region, boasts a rich heritage that has spanned history, wars and centuries. A true medieval fortress that has been preserved to the present day, it is one of the most impressive castles in the Île-de-France region. We take you on a voyage of discovery.

Museum Night 2024: night-time visit to Château d'Écouen - Musée national de la Renaissance (95)

The Château d'Ecouen, home to the Renaissance Museum, is taking part in Nuit des Musées this Saturday, May 18, 2024, and opening its doors to us free of charge, to discover the works in a different way during this special nocturne!

Rendez-vous Grand Siècle: costumed event and fireworks at Château de Vaux-le-Vicomte

The Château de Vaux-le-Vicomte offers us an enchanting voyage, a plunge into the 17th century: the Grand Siècle rendez-vous awaits us, this Saturday, May 25, 2024. For one day, costume and history enthusiasts are invited to relive the festive atmosphere of the Grand Siècle on this magnificent estate.

Château de Bourron, stay in a truly historic château in the Ile-de-France region

We're off to Seine-et-Marne to discover a hidden treasure: Château de Bourron, a historic 17th-century residence near Fontainebleau, a haven of peace well worth the detour. Stay in this listed monument, lulled by the authenticity and beauty of its 40-hectare park.

International Castles Day: beautiful castles to visit in Île-de-France

This Friday, July 19, 2024, we're celebrating International Castle Day. But how? By visiting these magnificent monuments, of course! And we're in luck: Paris and the Île-de-France region are home to some of the most beautiful châteaux in France. Here's a small selection of must-see palaces.

The Château de Maisons-Laffitte, a pleasure home with a royal air, in the Yvelines department

In Maisons-Laffitte, in the Yvelines département, the town's château has all the hallmarks of a chateau, yet it was once a "simple" pleasure house! Less than an hour from Paris, it's a beautiful place to discover with family, friends or on your own.

Château d'Asnières-sur-Seine, an exceptional, little-known heritage site on the outskirts of Paris

If you don't live in Asnières-sur-Seine, you may be unaware of the existence of its château. Completely renovated during two restoration campaigns carried out by the town council in recent years, the site is now open to the public free of charge on certain Sundays of the year.

Spend the night at Château de Breteuil (78), the inspiration for Charles Perrault's fairy tales.

The Château de Breteuil in Choisel, in the Yvelines region of France, is one of the places where you can experience the life of a château. You can spend a night, a weekend or a week here, for an enchanting stay.

The Château se Livre 2023, a literary festival at the Château de La Roche-Guyon

What could be more prestigious than a literary festival in a castle? In the heart of the castle of La Roche-Guyon, on July 1st and 2nd 2023, enjoy literary meetings, reading tours and round tables, in a wonderful setting.

Easter vacations 2023 at Domaine de Dampierre en Yvelines

From April 22 to May 8, 2023, it's time for the Easter vacations for the little Parisians (and all the other students in zone C). So, let's go for two weeks of outings, especially in the Yvelines, where the Domaine de Dampierre welcomes you and your family throughout the vacations.

The Théâtre Impérial de Fontainebleau: Visit the restored jewel of the Second Empire

Discover the restored Théâtre Impérial at the Château de Fontainebleau and immerse yourself in the history of the Second Empire through a magical and enriching guided tour, putting you in the shoes of the characters of the era.

The Château de Jossigny is transformed into a third place to open to all

The Château de Jossigny inaugurates the first third place of the Centre des monuments nationaux. In order to preserve, finance its maintenance and revitalize the place, the castle is now open to all by offering various activities and animations, led by local actors.

Madame Du Barry’s Apartment at the Palace of Versailles has been renovated

Madame Du Barry’s Apartment is opening again in the heart of the Palace of Versailles, after 18 months of renovations. For the opening of King Louis XV exhibition – of whom she was the last favorite – rediscover these 350sqm through a dozen rooms decorated in a singular and sumptuous fashion.

Château de Rambouillet: discover the 2021 program

The Château de Rambouillet reopened its doors on Wednesday May 19, 2021, after many months of closure due to Covid-19. To mark the occasion, the château has planned a number of festivities... Discover the program.

Tourism: a “maximum of places” to reopen by June 21st?

In an interview with the JDD, State Secretary for Tourism Jean-Baptiste Lemoyne has announced wanting to reopen a “maximum of (touristic) places” by June 21st. A planning is expected to be delivered “around May 25th”.