Chateau de vincennes

9 castles to visit for free around Paris on Sunday, January 4, 2026 — the first Sunday of the month

Castles Across Île-de-France Open Their Doors for Free Every first Sunday of the month, many historic castles across Île-de-France open their doors to the public at no cost. It’s a perfect opportunity to explore our regional heritage without spending a euro—mark your calendar for Sunday, January 4, 2026.

Contes et Histoires 2025: magical entertainment in the courtyard of wonders at the Château de Vincennes

For the latest edition of the Contes et Histoires event, the Château de Vincennes invites young and old alike to enjoy a magical holiday from December 20, 2025, to January 5, 2026.

Monument Jeu d'Enfant 2025: a journey back to the Middle Ages at Château de Vincennes (94)

Head to the Château de Vincennes for the Monument Jeu d'Enfant event on October 18 and 19, 2025. On the program for these two days are various workshops and games to help you discover this Val-de-Marne château in a fun way!

Heritage Days 2025: weekend events at Château de Vincennes (94)

For the 42nd Journées du Patrimoine, the Château de Vincennes, home to Europe's tallest dungeon, awaits you for a cultural discovery of this medieval monument on the weekend of September 20 and 21, 2025.

Odysséa Paris 2025: the race against breast cancer at Château de Vincennes

Come and run for a good cause at the Château de Vincennes, Odysséa returns on October 4 and 5, 2025, to launch the Pink October campaign. Athletes of all ages are invited to take part in this race, which supports the fight against breast cancer.

Vincennes Estival Club: a festive summer at the Château de Vincennes, final days

This summer, the City of Vincennes is transforming its château into an open-access summer club! Join us from July 14 to August 3, 2025 to discover the Vincennes Estival Club. What's on the program? Open-air concerts, sports activities, an aqua-ludic area and DJ Sets. Don't miss the final days of the event, including a free concert by Jérémy Frérot.

International Châteaux Day 2025: beautiful châteaux to visit in Île-de-France this weekend

This Saturday, July 19, 2025, is 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 palaces and royal residences to visit.

Exceptional tours of Europe's tallest dungeon at Château de Vincennes

At the gateway to Paris, the Château de Vincennes is an impressive fortress just a metro ride away. From time to time, exceptional tours of the upper floors of the keep await you, with the opportunity to enjoy a panoramic view of the town of Vincennes and the surrounding area from this 50-metre-high tower.

Nuit des Musées 2025 at the Service historique de la Défense in Vincennes (94): the evening program

On the occasion of the Nuit des Musées, the Service historique de la Défense in Vincennes is looking forward to welcoming you for an exceptional free nocturne on Saturday, May 17, 2025. Here's the program for this year's event.

Medieval day at the Château de Vincennes (94): raptor flight & historical show for the whole family, the program

A medieval day in the heart of a fortified castle? That's what awaits us just outside Paris, at the Château de Vincennes. Join us on May 17, 2025 to discover a wonderful program of family activities in the heart of the Middle Ages.

An unusual visit to the attic of a medieval chapel just outside Paris

At the Château de Vincennes, just outside Paris and within easy reach of the metro, heritage enthusiasts can take advantage of exceptional tours of the roofs of the Sainte-Chapelle on February 15 and March 15, 2025.

Vincennes, Château de Lumières: a digital art festival in a historic setting, final days

Attention, last days: a digital art festival is coming to the gates of Paris, for the first edition of Vincennes, Château de Lumières. Running until November 2, 2024, this nocturnal event invites us to wander among immersive and interactive works of art before attending a monumental projection in the courtyard of the Château de Vincennes. Find out more about what awaits us at this unusual event.

Nuit des Musées 2024: nocturnal exhibitions at the Château de Vincennes (94), the program

Nuit des Musées returns to Paris and the Île-de-France region this Saturday, May 18, 2024. For the occasion, the Château de Vincennes unveils its program for an edition rich in exceptional nocturnes. So, shall we go?

A la table des mousquetaires exhibition: History and gastronomy meet at the Château de Vincennes

Discover the gastronomic habits and customs of France in the Grand siècle, with the exhibition A la table des mousquetaires, at the Château de Vincennes from April 24 to July 10, 2024.

D'Artagnan and the King's Musketeers, the free exhibition at Château de Vincennes

Discover the true story of the Three Musketeers and others, through a free, fascinating exhibition at the heart of the Château de Vincennes, until February 4, 2024.

Climb into the attic of the Sainte-Chapelle at Château de Vincennes for a privileged visit

Within the fortified walls of Château de Vincennes, don't miss the Sainte-Chapelle, a marvel of Gothic art, and take advantage of a privileged visit to climb into the attic and observe the skills of craftsmen of yesteryear.

The unusual: open-air cinema in the courtyard of the Château de Vincennes

The Château de Vincennes will be hosting a free open-air cinema from August 24 to 26, 2023. The event takes place in the monument's main courtyard, under the stars. Discover the program!

Joana Vasconcelos at the Château de Vincennes, the monumental installation is revealed in photos

The artist Joana Vasconcelos, invests the Sainte-Chapelle of the Château de Vincennes with her monumental work entitled "Tree of Life", from April 28 to September 3, 2023. Do not miss this exceptional work of 13 meters high, composed of 110 000 hand-woven leaves.

The Renaissance at the Château de Vincennes, the historical event of the Easter weekend

Theatrical performances, court dances, reenactment of a medieval camp, armored battles, culinary demonstrations, so many fun activities organized by the Château de Vincennes, from April 8 to 10, for a 100% historical event!

Château de Vincennes: a royal fortress in Paris

Along with the Louvre, the Château de Vincennes is one of the most important castles in French history. It is also one of the largest and best-preserved fortified castles in Europe...