Once a year, on the third weekend in September, a magical spell descends on France, opening the doors to all the country's monuments, historic sites and art centers. Well, almost... No magic here, but a major cultural event that lets us enjoy France's rich heritage for a weekend.
This event is, of course, the Journées du Patrimoine, which are back for their 41st edition on September 21 and 22, 2024. To mark the occasion, several thousand important sites, both little-known and famous, welcome the curious of all ages. Rich in several millennia of history, crossed and occupied by different nations, different artistic styles and movements, various events, France has an exceptional heritage, hidden in every town and village.
That's right: you don't have to go far to discover unsuspected treasures! If you live inEssonne, and more specifically in the town of Corbeil-Essonnes, you can even take advantage of the many visits and activities specially prepared for these Heritage Days.
Let yourself be seduced by the monuments and places of interest in this Ile-de-France town, which just might surprise you... Here's the program for the weekend.
Saint-Spire Cathedral
Rediscover the fabulous legend of Count Haymon, founder of the collegiate church of St. Spire and savior of the town from a monster. A historical-poetic show presented in partnership with the Société Archéologique et Historique de l'Essonne et de l'Hurepoix and the Association de Sauvegarde des Orgues et des Cloches de Saint-Spire.
Discover the history of the town as you travel along the Essonne and Seine rivers.
Commanderie Saint-Jean
Re-enactment and historical presentation of the Noble Game of Arquebuse by the Knights of the Compagnie de l'Arquebuse Royale de Corbeil in the gardens of Commanderie Saint-Jean.
Discover emblematic places in the heart of Essonnes with the association Mémoire et Patrimoine Vivant.
Departmental fire and rescue center
Established in 1813, the Corbeil-Essonnes firefighting company has preserved and organized its memory: vehicles, clothing, various utensils and abundant archives are on display in the center's museum area.
Visits every hour.
Corbeil Essonnes Town Hall
Discover emblematic places in the heart of old Corbeil with the association Mémoire et Patrimoine Vivant.
Please note: Meet at the Crété parking lot.
Galignani Guest House
The Galignani hospital-hospice was built in 1866, despite a number of later alterations, and has retained its original layout. The chapel (usually inaccessible) features spacious rooms and interesting furnishings. Discovery tour with Frédéric Gatineau, President of the Société Archéologique et Historique de l'Essonne et de l'Hurepoix.
Places limited to 40 people.
Chantemerle multimedia library
Come and discover the treasures of the mediatheque during a presentation led by our librarians.
Antiquarian books, world maps and city maps take us back to the heart of history!
As Salam Mosque
Discover the Mosque during a tour: from its construction and architecture to its organization, supported by a photographic exhibition
You are invited to calligraphy your first name during a workshop to discover Arabic calligraphy.
On Sunday September 22, join us for the exhibition Muslims in French history from 720 to the present day, to mark the 20th anniversary of the opening of the Corbeil-Essonnes mosque, accompanied by a lecture on the philosophers Averroes and Maimonides, who combined Greek thought with Islamic and Jewish traditions.
Hutteau Mill
At dusk, an artistic installation with projected images of the architecture of this historic site, accompanied by a musical creation.
In partnership with Collectif Palissade.
Aimé Césaire Park
Put yourself in the shoes of prehistoric inhabitants and set off to meet two clans and cross paths of knowledge. Fire masters or hunting aces: who will you be?
Meet at Parc Aimé Césaire - avenue Léon Blum
Robinson Park
In partnership with the Syndicat Intercommunal d'Aménagement, de Rivières et du Cycle de l'Eau (SIARCE), events are organized around the Essonne River in the heart of Robinson Park. On the program: educational activities on river management, the large and small water cycle, the missions and professions of the Siarce, guided tours of the hydraulic structures on the site
Two guided tours of the Cirque de l'Essonne wetlands, presenting the history of the site, its development, and the local flora and fauna: at 11 a.m. and at 2 p.m.
For the past year, teams of specialists have been criss-crossing the area, identifying and listing species - insects, flowers, trees, birds and amphibians - to create an Atlas of the city's biodiversity. It's a participatory initiative in which everyone can make a contribution.
Come and take part in an urban exploration of the natural heritage along the Essonne, along the water and the vegetation, and in the census of communal biodiversity on the Inaturalist application!
Saint-Joseph des Tarterets church
Guided tour of the contemporary stained glass windows by Pierre Mabille and Ateliers Duchemin, created and inaugurated in May 2023 for this beautiful little inner-city church. Screening of a video on the realization of the project and an animated film made by local schoolchildren, tour narrated by the builders' team, escape game and shared lunch at the end of the tour for those who wish (bring a savory or sweet dish and a drink).
Mosque of Corbeil-Essonnes
Come and visit the interior of the Corbeil-Essonnes Mosque.
Discover its architecture, its interior and how it works.
Your guide will be an imam, a volunteer or a teacher from the Institute, who will share their knowledge with you.
The mosque is a place for living and meeting. Take a look at the pictures to discover all the activities of our various departments (social, administrative, communication, logistics, food aid, etc.).
During this activity, you'll have the opportunity to write your first name in Arabic calligraphy.
To mark the 20th anniversary of the opening of the Corbeil-Essonnes mosque, come and see the exhibition "Muslims in French history from 720 to the present day."
Essonne and its communes are brimming with heritage treasures, so discover them all during this JEP weekend!
Dates and Opening Time
From September 21, 2024 to September 22, 2024
Location
Corbeil-Essonnes Town Hall
2 Place Galignani
91100 Corbeil Essonnes
Official website
www.corbeil-essonnes.fr
