Yvelines - activities

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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.
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Heritage Days 2024 at France Miniature (78): the secrets behind the park's trains

The Journées du Patrimoine will be held at France Miniature, in Elancourt (78), on September 21 and 22, 2024. During this exceptional weekend, take a tour of France XXS and discover the manufacturing secrets of the miniature trains that pass through the site, alongside the model makers from the family park.

Heritage Days 2024: visit the park and kitchen garden of Château de la Celle-Saint-Cloud (78)

On September 21 and 22, 2024, discover the magnificent gardens of the Château de la Celle-Saint-Cloud, in the Yvelines region, a property belonging to the French Ministry of Foreign Affairs and host to heads of state!
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Heritage Days 2024: guided tour of the Château de Médan (78)

To mark the Journées du Patrimoine (Heritage Days) on September 21 and 22, 2024, why not dive into the Pléiade at the heart of the Château de Médan in the Yvelines, home to poets and so many other illustrious characters?
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Foire Saint-Matthieu: fireworks, funfair and falconry show in Houdan (78)

For centuries, the town of Houdan in the Yvelines region of France has organized a lively fair to mark Saint-Matthieu's Day. For the 954th edition, from September 27 to 29, visitors can enjoy a funfair, medieval shows and a village of craftsmen.
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Festival International du Cirque des Mureaux: a wonderful family show (78)

The Festival International du Cirque des Mureaux returns to the Parc du Sautour from October 4 to 6, 2024, with a program of exceptional acts ranging from aerial hooping to clowning, not forgetting impressive juggling acts!
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Voisins le Bretonneux Christmas Market 2024

The Voisins le Bretonneux Christmas Market opens its doors on December 7 and 8, 2024 at the Gymnase des Pyramides. With over a hundred exhibitors, this is the cool market where you'll find great Christmas gift ideas.
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Heritage Days 2024 at the L'Oréal factory in Rambouillet (78), the temple of hair care - reservations

For the 41st edition of the Journées du Patrimoine, the L'Oréal Factory in Rambouillet is exceptionally opening its doors to the public on Saturday, September 21, 2024! This is a rare opportunity to enter the heart of the hair care factory and discover the robots and automated production lines. Reservations open this Wednesday afternoon, September 11!
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Christmas Market 2024 in Le Perray-en-Yvelines (78): crafts, delicacies, choirs & little train

Experience the magic of the festive season at the Christmas Village in Le Perray-en-Yvelines, a charming town in the Yvelines department (78). From November 30 and December 1, and from December 7 to 8, 2024, explore over 60 chalets featuring craftsmen, designers and restaurants, and immerse yourself in a unique festive atmosphere, with enchanting entertainment, creative workshops and traditional choirs. A Christmas market well worth the detour!
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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!
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Heritage Days 2024 in Mantes-la-Jolie (78), the program of visits in the city

Embark on a historic adventure in Mantes-la-Jolie during the Journées du Patrimoine! On September 21 and 22, 2024, explore a rich heritage and vibrate to the rhythm of the stories of yesteryear in this pearl of the Yvelines.
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Journées du Patrimoine 2024: historic gems hidden in the greenery of Le Vésinet (78)

During the Journées du Patrimoine on September 21 and 22, 2024, stop off at Le Vésinet, a veritable haven of greenery close to Paris. Prepare your itinerary now with our program of events and visits to this charming commune in the Yvelines department!
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Heritage Days 2024: visit the medieval town of Houdan (78)

In the heart of the Yvelines region, you'll find a pretty medieval town, which still hides many vestiges of the Middle Ages, between keeps, fortifications and old inns. Come and discover them in Houdan during the Journées du Patrimoine (Heritage Days) on September 16 and 17, 2023!
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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?
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Halloween 2024: a theatrical tour to thrill the whole family at the Château de Rambouillet

To celebrate Halloween 2024, the Château de Rambouillet is offering a walk full of surprises during the All Saints' vacation... A family experience during the All Saints' Day vacations.
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Halloween 2024: special events and spooky treasure hunt at France Miniature (78)

For Halloween and the All Saints' vacation, France Miniature invites you to have a good laugh and a good chuckle with family and friends, from October 5 to November 3, 2024. Through a fun-filled treasure hunt, discover the whole of France and its emblematic monuments and sites, populated by gloomy characters and creatures who've waited a little too long...
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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.
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Fête de la Science 2024: workshops and guided tours at Parc aux étoiles (78)

There's good news for all you young and old scientists out there, as the Fête de la Science returns to Paris and the rest of the Île-de-France region. To mark the occasion, the Parc aux étoiles, located in the Yvelines region, is offering workshops and tours with free admission.
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Le Parcours du Roi, the 2024 Christmas show tour at the Château de Versailles

Le Parcours du Roi is the Château de Versailles' 2024 Christmas show, offering families the chance to discover the château's most beautiful rooms in a Baroque atmosphere, from December 14, 2024 to January 4, 2025. The event culminates in a very special encounter with Baroque Santa Claus!
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Halloween 2024 at Château de Breteuil: haunted night, special day and murder party (78)

With Halloween just around the corner, Château de Breteuil is offering a range of events. A haunted night for the bravest on October 19, a special Halloween day on October 27 and a murder party on October 31, 2024. So, are you ready to be thrilled in more ways than one?