July 14, 2024 in Rambouillet (78): popular ball and fireworks in the Château park

Fireworks display, popular dance and official commemoration: the town of Rambouillet, located in the Yvelines department , is celebrating the Fête Nationale in style! We look forward to seeing you on Saturday July 13, 2024 to take part in the various activities associated with the Fête Nationale.

Rambouillet is a commune 45 kilometers from Paris, famous for its castle and its dense forest, which extends over 200 km². But that's not all! The town is also home to a major museum dedicated to model railways, the Rambolitrain, as well as the Palais du Roi de Rome, the national sheepfold and the church of Saint-Lubin-et-Saint-Jean-Baptiste, listed as a historic monument. A beautiful heritage to discover!

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But if you find yourself in Rambouillet this Saturday, July 13, 2024, it's to celebrate! The town celebrates July 14th a day early, but with a festive, family-friendly program. Find out more about what's in store.

Rambouillet's fête nationale program:

• Patriotic ceremony at 5pm - Place André Thome
  The patriotic ceremony commemorating the storming of the Bastille in 1789 will be held on Saturday, July 13, 2024 at 5pm, at the Monument aux morts in Place A. Thome et J. Thome-Patenôtre.
  
  
• Pyrotechnic show at 10:45pm - Site du Rondeau, Château park
  Enjoy a magnificent pyrotechnic show in the Château park, at the site du Rondeau!
  
  
• Ball until 1:30 am - Place Félix Faure

Access to the Château park :

• Gates open at 8:30pm
• Visual checks and bag searches
• No objects that could endanger public safety
• Animals not allowed

The fireworks are of course free for all to enjoy. Happy Bastille Day to all!

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