Family outing - activities

Parc de Choisy: the green lung of Paris's 13th arrondissement and its assets

Located in the bustling 13th arrondissement of Paris, Parc de Choisy, also known as Square de Choisy, offers residents and visitors a haven of peace and greenery in the heart of Chinatown. Opened in 1937 on the site of a former gasworks, this classically inspired garden extends over 4.3 hectares and is a central feature of the neighborhood's community and cultural life. A lively sports spot, discover its assets.

Château de la Madeleine in Chevreuse, a Medieval Treasure in Ile-de-France

Available all year round, the Château de la Madeleine in Chevreuse, a medieval jewel in the Ile-de-France region, invites you to immerse yourself in history.

Bourron-Marlotte in Seine-et-Marne: discover the artistic nugget and historical gem of a village

Bourron-Marlotte, a charming village in Seine-et-Marne, reveals its rich artistic and architectural past. Between cobbled streets and sandstone walls, embark on a singular exploration of nature, history and culture.

Rueil-Malmaison's superb Parc des Impressionnistes, inspired by Monet

The Parc des Impressionnistes in Rueil-Malmaison, located on the banks of the Seine opposite the Ile des Impressionnistes, is a sublime 1.2-hectare park that honors the color palettes of the Impressionists. Water, plants and flowers in abundance recall Claude Monet's garden at Giverny.

The Saint-Mandé lake, a bucolic interlude in the Bois de Vincennes

Located - as its name suggests - in the town of Saint-Mandé, the eponymous lake is a natural pond where you can enjoy a pleasant stroll. On a trip to the Bois de Vincennes, it's a great spot for cycling, walking...

Lac des Minimes, for a bucolic stroll or boat trip in the Bois de Vincennes.

Did you know? The Bois de Vincennes boasts not one, but several lakes: the largest and best-known, the Lac de Daumesnil, and more secretive ones like the Lac des Minimes, near Fontenay-sous-Bois and Nogent-sur-Marne.

International Forest Day 2024 in Paris and the Ile-de-France region: free walks and events

Activities and forest walks await us on International Forest Day 2024! In Paris and the Ile-de-France region, conferences, workshops and, of course, walks are being organized to raise public awareness of the sustainable management of this ecosystem, from March 16 to 24, 2024.

Paris 2024: a free Olympic Games orienteering race in the Bois de Vincennes

It's off to an Olympic-themed orienteering race on April 19 and 20, 2024, in the Bois de Vincennes, following in the footsteps of the 1924 edition, 100 years before the one that awaits us this summer!

Pony rides in the Vallée de Chevreuse, at Ecurie du Moulin Neuf (91)

In Villiers-le-Bâcle, the Ecurie du Moulin Neuf offers children the chance to ride a pony for an hour through the Vallée de Chevreuse.

Monte Cristo in period costume: a fun and unusual day at Alexandre Dumas's château

The Château de Monte-Cristo takes us back to the 19th century, to enjoy a festive day in period costume in the home of Alexandre Dumas. See you on Sunday, June 16, 2024 for an unusual stroll!

International Forest Day 2024: free guided tours of the Fontainebleau forest

Go green for International Forest Day and (re)discover the rich biodiversity of the Fontainebleau forest during free guided tours on Saturday March 16 and Sunday March 17, 2024.

What to do in Barbizon, the famous village between art and nature?

How about a trip to Barbizon? This charming village, 50 km from Paris, immerses us in art and nature on the edge of the Fontainebleau forest. Discover our tips for the perfect day out or weekend break.

Fête des Parcs et Jardins à Barbizon 2024

Barbizon is once again hosting its Fête des Parcs & Jardins on Saturday May 4 and Sunday May 5, 2024. A great opportunity to stroll through one of Seine et Marne's most beautiful villages, discovering plants and biodiversity.

10 free outings and activities in Paris in February 2024

Wondering what to do in Paris during the few days of the February 2024 vacations? To recharge your batteries before the imminent arrival of spring, we've selected 10 100% free visits to make the most of February, whether the weather's fine or not.

Tip: the 10-hectare Hangar Y park in Meudon becomes free every Wednesday

Normally, it costs 3 euros to visit the large park surrounding Hangar Y, in Meudon. But from January 10, 2024, you'll be able to visit it for free, every Wednesday!

India in Paris: family immersion on a guided tour of the 18th arrondissement's Indian quarter

If we told you that a one-way ticket to the world's most populous country was possible from Paris, with just a Navigo pass, would you believe us? In any case, that's what guide Raphaëlle Gras proves with her family tours of the 18th arrondissement, offered on Wednesdays and weekends.

GR 2: the long-distance hiking trail along the Seine, from Montereau to La Roche-Guyon

Did you know? Although the Île-de-France region is far from having the rich mountainous terrain of some of our French massifs, there are still some great walks and hikes to be had, notably on the GR 2, which crosses the region along the Seine.

Did you know? Discover France's oldest cedar of Lebanon in Paris and its unusual history.

In the heart of Paris, the Jardin des Plantes is home to a historical curiosity: the oldest cedar of Lebanon in France. Planted in 1734, its history is a mixture of botany, legend and an incredible journey. Let's take a green walk through Buffon's labyrinth to discover this remarkable 300-year-old tree.

Espace Rambouillet, hectares of forest to observe deer, fallow deer, wild boar and birds of prey

For a day in the forest with animals, head for Espace Rambouillet, in the Yvelines, where you can observe deer, fallow deer, wild boar and birds of prey in complete freedom.

Parc de la Poudrerie, a listed green nugget in Sevran (93)

Fifteen kilometers from the Bassin de la Villette, along the Canal de l'Ourcq, lies a lovely 137-hectare forest park in the Seine-Saint-Denis municipalities of Livry-Gargan, Villepinte, Sevran and Vaujours. Combining remnants of the area's industrial past with immense tree-lined avenues, it's one of the green spaces not to be missed for a bike ride, family outing or jogging session... in the 93.