What to do in yvelines - activities

Christmas market in Chatou (78): designers, music, Santa Claus, shows & tastings this weekend

Christmas is coming to Yvelines (78)! From November 29 to December 1, 2024, Chatou's Marché de Noël will be pulling out all the stops, with cute chalets, a guest appearance by Santa Claus, and a whole lot of fun.

Free castles, museums and monuments in Yvelines on Sunday December 1st 2024, 1st Sunday of the month

On the first Sunday of the month, many monuments, castles, museums and historic sites in Yvelines open their doors to you free of charge. But that's not the case all year round. To help you find your way around, we've compiled a list of cultural sites in Yvelines to visit this Sunday, December 1, 2024.

Norwegian Christmas Market 2024 returns to Le Vésinet (78) this weekend!

The charming Norwegian Church Christmas Market in Le Vésinet returns on Saturday November 16 and Sunday November 17, 2024. An opportunity to discover Norwegian culinary specialties, as well as to shop for your Christmas Eve table.

Médiévale de Mantes 2024: free festive immersion in the heart of the Middle Ages in Mantes-la-Jolie

La Médiévale de Mantes awaits us on Friday November 22 and Saturday November 23, 2024 in Mantes-la-Jolie. For one day, on the occasion of the 574ᵉ Foire aux Oignons, the town takes us on a journey back in time, where medieval animations, theatrical strolls, and a craft village will transport young and old to the Middle Ages. Both festive and educational, this unique experience is the perfect opportunity to rediscover history in a warm and friendly atmosphere.

Aux Quais, the organic and local tearoom at l'Étang-la-Ville station in the Yvelines department

The "Aux Quais" tearoom, freshly opened in October in the heart of the former train station at l'Étang-la-Ville in the Yvelines, awaits all visiting gourmets and Sunday strollers to treat you to organic and local products, all homemade.

Camping Paris Maisons Laffite (78): bungalows and tree houses in the heart of nature

Camping Paris Maisons-Laffitte is your ticket to a nature getaway just a stone's throw from Paris! Set on the banks of the Seine, this 4-star campsite welcomes holidaymakers every year from April to November, in a haven of peace combining comfort and greenery. On the program? Swimming pool, Aqua Jump, tree houses and activities for all ages.

Luxury second-hand handbags, discover the unique Héritage boutique in Yvelines

Imagine, among the finest handbags and luxury leather goods at knock-down prices. That's what we've come up with at Héritage, a brand-new second-hand boutique that opened in October in Les Clayes-sous-Bois in the Yvelines department, in the heart of the One Nation shopping center. We take you on a tour of this address, which offers certified Hermès, Chanel, Dior and Balenciaga at 30% to 50% off.

Versailles des créateurs d'automne 2024, the free craft market in Versailles awaits you

This Saturday, October 12, 2024, the Place du Marché Notre-Dame in Versailles comes alive with the return of Versailles des Créateurs, a day-long gathering of local talent and artisanal and responsible brands selected for their know-how and Made in France quality. In collaboration with the City of Versailles, this event promises a day full of artistic and artisanal discoveries, open to all free of charge.

Le Jardin Sucré opens its chocolate shop and tearoom in Dampierre, Yvelines

Food lovers beware: Jardin Sucré has opened its chocolate shop and tea room in Dampierre, just a stone's throw from the château. It's a new chapter for the couple, who already delight us in Cernay-la-Ville and Paris. We're off to the former Auberge Saint-Pierre, which has come back to life with this opening.

We tested the Best Pastry Shop in Yvelines 2024

The Yvelines 2024 Best Patisserie competition, organized by the Fédération de boulangerie-pâtisserie des Yvelines et de l'Essonne, took place in Sonchamp in September. Top of the list was Daniel Agil, a promising young chef from the Gare Ô Pains patisserie in Méré, who shone by winning gold in the "employee" category. The competition showcases local talent, who compete with daring and creativity to present the best paris-brest and apple tarts.

Halloween 2024: a giant werewolf at Château de Maisons, Maisons Laffitte (78)

This year, Halloween takes on a whole new dimension with a giant werewolf at the Château de Maisons in Maisons-Laffitte! Head for the castle in the Yvelines region (78) for a nocturnal adventure full of mystery and thrills, in a setting as historic as it is intriguing. Will you dare to unmask the criminals lurking in the night?

The International Tattoo Show at the Vélodrome National in Saint-Quentin-en-Yvelines

The Salon International du Tatouage will be held at the Vélodrome National in Saint-Quentin-en-Yvelines on September 28 and 29, 2024, giving us the chance to delve into the fascinating world of tattooing, surrounded by 200 artists from all over the world.

Le Désert de Retz, the unusual Anglo-Chinese park in Yvelines

One of the most unusual spots in the Paris region is the Desert de Retz, at Chambourcy in the Yvelines. This 18th-century Anglo-Chinese garden is one of the few to have been preserved in its original state. This enchanting place, once frequented by the likes of Marie-Antoinette and Thomas Jefferson, stands out for its fanciful constructions. You'll also enjoy discovering the many remarkable trees that dominate the landscaped area.

8 unusual parks and gardens in Yvelines, treasures to discover

Why not take a stroll and discover the most beautiful and original parks and gardens in Yvelines? From hidden gardens to unique, historic and even downright zany, the 78 region has no shortage of unusual treasures to discover for those wishing to get off the beaten track.

The Impressionist picnic at Chambourcy to relive the "Déjeuner sur l'herbe" (Lunch on the Grass)

How about taking a leap back in time to relive the "Déjeuner sur l'Herbe" at the Impressionist Picnic in Chambourcy, this Sunday, September 8, 2024? Please remember to register free of charge for the event.

Free Lumières Impressionnistes Festival in Chatou 2024, takes us back in time

The Lumières Impressionnistes festival returns for a 4th edition on September 6 and 7, 2024, on the theme: Let's celebrate together 1874 and the year of the first Impressionist exhibition! This free, festive event once again takes over the Hameau Fournaise in the Yvelines (78) with an exceptional program including sound and light shows, live arts performances and exhibitions.

La Mansonnienne: the family and community race in Maisons-Laffitte, Yvelines (78)

Maisons-Laffitte is gearing up to host another edition of the Mansonnienne! Rendezvous on Sunday October 6, 2024 in the charming park of Maisons-Laffitte for a morning of sport and solidarity in the Yvelines (78). On the program? Races for all ages, entertainment, foodtrucks and much more.

The excellent all-you-can-eat brunch at the Auberge des 3 Hameaux in the Yvelines department

Brunch at the Auberge des 3 Hameaux in Choisel, just behind the Château de Breteuil, is undoubtedly one of the best brunches in the Yvelines, if not the whole of Ile-de-France. Affordable, all-you-can-eat, with good local produce and changing recipes, not to mention homemade pastries, we love it. Mind you, it only takes place one Sunday a month!

The Maison du Val's all-you-can-eat brunch in Saint-Germain, Yvelines

Looking for a divine, all-you-can-eat brunch on the terrace that lets you spend a whole day in the countryside, with plenty to do? We'll take you to the Maison du Val in Saint-Germain-en-Laye, France, a haven of peace that's full of treasures.

Discover Saint-Quentin en Yvelines' free Ninja course in the fan zone

Sports enthusiasts and kids with peachy appetites beware, the Saint-Quentin-en-Yvelines leisure park is installing a free obstacle course from June 29 to July 21, 2024. Now's the time to take up the challenge!