What to do yvelines

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.

Celery Festival 2024 in Achères (78): music, animals and activities for the whole family - last day

The Celery Festival is back in Achères, Yvelines (78)! On October 5 and 6, 2024, Ferme Intégraterre will vibrate to the rhythm of this 60-year-old local tradition, with a lively guinguette, gourmet stalls, concerts and a host of activities for the whole family!

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.

Fête du Pâté à la Carmen in Montesson (78): fireworks, float parade and music

Montesson puts tradition back in the spotlight with its famous Fête du Pâté à la Carmen. On the weekend of September 14 to 15, 2024, this charming town in the Yvelines region (78) will plunge you into the festive atmosphere of yesteryear, with a parade of colorful floats, confetti and even the miss du Pâté à la Carmen!

Fête de la Pomme 2024: events, discovery workshops and games at the Saint-Cyr l'Ecole farm (78)

On Saturday September 21 and Sunday September 22, 2024, the Fête de la Pomme will be in full swing at Saint-Cyr l'Ecole's Ferme de Gally. Shall we go?

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.

Hiking: from l'île des Impressionnistes to Sartrouville, along the long-distance footpath

Follow in the footsteps of the famous Impressionist painters on a stroll along the Seine, from Chatou to Sartrouville, discovering pretty riverbanks and bucolic greenery.

Hiking: a walk on the Colline d'Elancourt, the highest point in the Île-de-France region

Did you know? The Colline d'Elancourt, located in the Yvelines département, is the highest point of our forests, massifs and other natural parks in the Paris region. So what better way to discover the area than on a hike?

Yvelines (78): free pony christenings for children this autumn!

Would you like to discover the Yvelines on a pony? On Sundays, September 1 and 8, 2024, treat your children to a magical first ride with free pony christenings in Chatou, Maisons-Laffitte and La Celle-Saint-Cloud.

Vallée de la Bièvre: 4 easy, accessible walks to discover this corner of the Paris region

You may already be familiar with this pretty, green corner of the Yvelines département: near the towns of Igny and Jouy-en-Josas, it's the perfect place for a stroll or a hike, with the immense advantage of being served by public transport from Paris.

Les Puces de Couturières, the fabric and haberdashery flea market, arrives in Conflans Sainte Honorine (78)

The Puces de Couturières return to Conflans Sainte Honorine (78) for a new edition! On October 6, 2024, the Maison de Quartier de Chennevieres in this charming Yvelines town will be hosting exhibitors of fabrics and haberdashery of all kinds. A great opportunity to discover nuggets and share your passion for the handmade!

Horse festival at Maisons-Laffitte (78): ponies, horse-drawn carriages and free equestrian shows at the château

Ponies, horse-drawn carriage tours, equestrian shows... Maisons-Laffitte invites you to join us on Sunday, September 15, 2024 for a festive day dedicated entirely to the world of horses! The Château de Maisons is the place to be for all horse lovers, with free activities for the whole family.

Les Saveurs du Potager du Roi at Versailles: fruit and vegetable market, exhibitions and events

Les Saveurs du Potager du Roi, the autumn adventure combining culture and gourmet delights in the heart of Versailles, returns the weekend of October 5-6, 2024! A veritable gourmet market featuring seasonal produce from the Potager, as well as delicacies from Ile-de-France and beyond, alongside exhibitions, events, tastings and guided tours of the garden.

Night market in Jouars-Pontchartrain (78): artisans, producers, music and face-painting workshops

Jouars-Pontchartrain (78) inaugurates its very first Night Market on Saturday, September 7, 2024! The small Yvelines town invites you to join us from 4pm to discover a myriad of stalls featuring local craftsmen, designers and producers, in a musical and family-friendly atmosphere.

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!