Heritage Days 2023 in Beynes (78): medieval events and exhibitions

Published by Graziella de Sortiraparis, My de Sortiraparis · Published on September 16, 2023 at 03:01 p.m.
In the heart of the Yvelines region, a small town harbors some medieval gems not to be missed during your 2023 Heritage Days. Exhibitions, walks, historical re-enactments - Beynes has something for everyone!

Take advantage of the Journées du Patrimoine (Heritage Days) to visit the Île-de-France region and discover numerous towns with unsuspected attractions. On September 16 and 17, 2023, history buffs will be strolling through monuments, museums and other exceptional buildings, often free of charge, on guided tours, workshops, walks and events of all kinds. And the Yvelines region has plenty to offer budding historians, with its many medieval remains and traces of the passage of French kings!

Situated in the Mauldre valley, the town of Beynes bears many traces of the Middle Ages. As early as the 8th century, the territory was attached to the Abbey of Saint-Germain-des-Prés, but in 1181 it became the seigneury of the House of Montfort. Later, Robert VII d'Estouteville had a fortified castle built as part of the town's defense of Paris against the English. In 1536, King Henri II presented the entire estate to Diane de Poitiers.

His château-fort, of which only ruins remain today, was built on an important defensive axis, particularly during the Hundred Years' War, linking Orléans to Beauvais. After the passage of the king's mistress, it became a place for strolling and relaxation, like other Renaissance castles. Unfortunately, it was abandoned and turned into a stone quarry, before being bought back and listed as a Monument Historique in 1959. Today, the moat is a popular destination for visitors!

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The 2023 Heritage Days program

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Aucun événement annoncé à ce jour, le programme est mis à jour en fonction des annonces officielles.

Aucun événement annoncé à ce jour, le programme est mis à jour en fonction des annonces officielles.

Aucun événement annoncé à ce jour, le programme est mis à jour en fonction des annonces officielles.

Aucun événement annoncé à ce jour, le programme est mis à jour en fonction des annonces officielles.

Enjoythe Journées du Patrimoine in Yvelines!

Practical information

Dates and Opening Time
From September 16, 2023 to September 17, 2023

× Approximate opening times: to confirm opening times, please contact the establishment.

    Location

    Place du 8 Mai 1945
    78650 Beynes

    Route planner

    Accessibility info

    Prices
    Free

    Official website
    journeesdupatrimoine.culture.gouv.fr

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