Yvelines - activities

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.

Snow and ice in the Île-de-France region, school transport suspended this Friday in several départements

The episode of snow and ice that has blanketed the Ile-de-France region is causing disruption in Yvelines, Essonne, Val d'Oise and Seine-et-Marne, leading to the suspension of school transport this Friday, November 22, 2024. We take a look at the announcements.

Yvelines: where can you find the department's best 2025 almond cake?

The galette des rois season is almost upon us! For residents of the Yvelines region, Gargenville is the place to go to taste the department's best 2025 almond galette.

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.

A visit to the Château de Versailles and its program

The Château de Versailles, its gardens and grounds, are a world heritage site. The official residence of the kings of France, the Château de Versailles holds the record as the largest château in the world, and of course the most visited in France.

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.

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.

Eva Jospin's monumental embroidery exhibition at the Orangerie du Château de Versailles - final days

The Orangerie at the Château de Versailles welcomes "Chambre de soie", Eva Jospin's monumental work from June 18 to September 29, 2024. Inspired by nature and architectural follies, this 350 m2 embroidery offers an immersive promenade, blending the grandiose setting of the site with the meticulousness and preciousness of thread creation. Ready for a couture immersion in the gardens of Versailles?

Le Barn Hôtel: a nature getaway from the hustle and bustle of Paris

Located in the heart of the Parc Naturel Régional de la Haute Vallée de Chevreuse, the Barn Hôtel invites you to take a break from time and enjoy nature. On the program: bike rides, horseback riding, boating on the pond or simply relaxing in the sun!

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.

Yvelines-Paris La Défense, the new bus to Paris in 1h15 - routes and timetables

From this September 2, 2024, a new express bus line links Bréval directly to La Défense with 7 stops, making everyday life easier for residents of the western Yvelines region. In just 1h15, the famous business district can now be reached, offering an alternative solution to the car. Accessible with the Navigo Pass, this Île-de-France Mobilités initiative improves connections between rural areas and the capital.

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.

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!

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!

Paris 2024 Olympics: The giant fan zone in Saint-Quentin-en-Yvelines is launched, discover the program

For the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, the Île de loisirs de Saint-Quentin-en-Yvelines is transformed into one of the main fan zones, open from July 27 to August 11, promising free access and festivities for all. The program includes an exceptional opening night with DJ Ofenbach and a drone show, followed by Vincent Vinel and Broken Back, and Magic System later in the season. We reveal the places to celebrate the Olympics toyte the season.

Paris 2024 Olympics: a free party at the Domaine de Madame Elisabeth in Versailles, Yvelines

At the Domaine départemental de Madame Élisabeth on July 23, 2024, get ready for a party to remember! The Paris 2024 Olympic flame will end its Yvelines journey in Versailles, with a free show featuring sports performances, circus acts and fiery DJ sets.