For the Journées du Patrimoine 2025, the Château de Maisons-Laffitte has some exciting discoveries in store for us on September 20 and 21, 2025! This cultural weekend offers you the chance to follow in the footsteps of our history and our châteaux in the Paris region, and to visit places that are usually inaccessible.
This wealthy residence on the edge of the forest of Saint-Germain en Laye was designed by Jean René de Longueil in a strategic location, precisely on the path leading the king from the Château du Louvre to the Château de Saint-Germain en Laye. The idea was ingenious: to meet the king by offering him a short break during his journey.
The nobleman then called on Mansart to build the edifice, which was inaugurated in April 1651 at a celebration for the young Louis XIV. With this strategy, Jean René de Longueil was confident of winning the king's good graces. He even went so far as to reserve a wing of the building for him, with theKing's Apartment, including a ballroom designed for the Sun King, as well as a bedroom with an interlocking domed ceiling. Discover almost 300 years of history with activities for young and old!
Journées du Patrimoine 2025: the program for the most beautiful châteaux in Paris and the Île-de-France region
The Journées du Patrimoine 2025 is also an opportunity to visit castles in the Paris region, often free of charge! Kings and queens, princes, emperors, nobles of all kinds... Follow in the footsteps of these great figures of French history and discover their magnificent homes, on September 20 and 21, 2025. [Read more]
There's plenty to do for the Journées du Patrimoine 2025 in the Yvelines! On Saturday September 20 and Sunday September 21, 2025, we're off to the many castles and museums of the 78 region to open their doors to you for guided tours, workshops and family fun. [Read more]
Journey to the heart of the 18th century!
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For a weekend, the Château de Maisons goes back in time and opens the doors to court life under the reign of the Comte d'Artois.
🎭 The associations "la Compagnie de l'Histoire et des Arts", "la Maison Militaire du Roi" and "Divertimenty" bring the 1780s to life through a grand historical re-enactment.
📜 Immerse yourself in the daily life of a working château:
* Animated sketches in the salons and gardens
* Presentation of protocol and the art of dressing at court
* Secrets of beauty and body care in the 18th century
* Board games popular with the aristocracy
* Introduction to the elegant dances of the time
* Deciphering period correspondence...
💫 Indoors or out, let us guide you through an immersive, lively and sensory experience, to discover the refinement and codes of the Age of Enlightenment.
This weekend pays tribute to one of the château's most emblematic owners: the Comte d'Artois, future Charles X. A wonderful prelude to the exhibition dedicated to him in November 2025.
An exceptional concert offered by the department!
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🎶 On the occasion of the European Heritage Days, and echoing the historical re-enactment organized at the Château de Maisons, Saturday is prolonged in music with a unique concert offered by theOrchestre de l'Alliance.
Under the direction of Pejman, conductor and cellist, an exceptional quartet invites you on a musical journey to the heart of the 18th century.
🕰️ On the program: almost an hour of music inspired by the Age of Enlightenment, with emblematic works from Mozart to Haydn, as well as a few gems to be rediscovered.
📍 Free concert with reservation required - a great way to round off this immersive day at the château!
End your weekend with a plunge into history!
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🎓 The Société des Amis du Château de Maisons offers a lecture on the ambitious redevelopment work carried out by architect Bellanger, when the estate was owned by the Comte d'Artois, the future Charles X.
🔍 Discover how this great name in 18th-century architecture transformed the château into a residence worthy of a royal prince.
📅 Reservations are free but essential - places are limited!
Happy Heritage Days in Yvelines!
Dates and Opening Time
From September 20, 2025 to September 21, 2025
Location
Le Château de Maisons
2 Avenue Carnot
78600 Maisons Laffitte
Access
RER: line A, Maisons-Laffitte station
SNCF: train from Saint-Lazare
Prices
Free
Official website
www.chateau-maisons.fr
Journées du Patrimoine 2025: the program for the most beautiful châteaux in Paris and the Île-de-France region
Journées du Patrimoine 2025: a must-see program of visits in Yvelines (78)
