The Journées du Patrimoine is the not-to-be-missed September event in Paris and the surrounding region. It's a great way to discover our heritage treasures from a different angle, with a rich program of guided and self-guided tours, events and workshops designed for all ages, including the very young ! A wide range of venues, including museums, monuments and castles, major institutions, ministries and much more, are taking part. Every year, the Journées du Patrimoine (Heritage Days ) deliver their share of unusual outings,exceptional openings and beautiful walks.
Are you in the Hauts-de-Seine area? If so, good news: you've probably got a great program to choose from! This time, we're taking you to Courbevoie , just behind the La Défense district (part of which lies within the commune). Located at the gateway to Paris and accessible by public transport, Courbevoie unveils itself during the Journées du Patrimoine (Heritage Days) through several tours organized in different parts of the town. Would you like to discover its treasures? Let's take a look at the program of events that await you for this 42nd edition, scheduled for the weekend of September 20 and 21, 2025!
Journées du Patrimoine 2025 library les Violettes de Courbevoie
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Heritage Days 2025 at the Courbevoie Protestant Lutheran Temple
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Heritage Days 2025 at the Théâtre de Verdure - Parc de Bécon
"Si Courbevoie m'était REconté" is a show combining theater, song, dance and music, retracing seven emblematic places in the town of Courbevoie. More than a dozen Courbevoisian associations have joined forces to work on this event, which will be staged in the splendid Théâtre de Verdure in Parc de Bécon.
This show is a follow-up to the 'Si Courbevoie m'était conté' (If Courbevoie Were Told) event organized for the 2024 European Heritage Days, which attracted 550 people.
Heritage Days 2025 at the GCSMS de l'Union Belge in Courbevoie
The Union Belge is a remarkable monument in Courbevoie with a rich history: from the creation of the first mutual aid society for Belgians in 1888, to the construction of the building in Courbevoie in 1912, to a military hospital and finally a retirement home. As it has every year since 2023, the facility opens its doors to the public for guided tours that retrace the history of the place and introduce visitors to its preserved heritage.
Heritage Days 2025 at the Roybet Fould Museum in Courbevoie
After "Faire Paysage", the "Ecrire la Ville" cycle of exhibitions continues its exploration of Curvois heritage through its architecture.
Understanding this history through chronology means taking a journey to the heart of the city's urban transformations. Varying the scale of the gaze from ornament to facade alignment enables us to go beyond the administrative logic of neighborhoods and propose a broader reading grid, which is at the same time closer to the topographical reality at work in Courbevoie.
Reconfiguring itself according to its needs, the town remains a veritable laboratory of experimentation for architects from the 17th century to the present day, and is an exemplary representative of the urban landscapes of western Paris.
The architecture of Courbevoie, spread across a number of neighborhoods that have evolved over time, bears witness to a rich history that often intersects with national history. From the grand mansions, legends of historical figures, to the reminders of factories, the buildings that make up Courbevoie's visual line bear witness to a collective memory. For this visit to the exhibition, we'll be calling on the memories of the great witnesses to the town's history, which the objects and works on display will bring to life.
Courbevoie underwent a complete metamorphosis in the 19th and 20th centuries. Take a trip back in time, and let us tell you the story of its changes and those of its inhabitants! From a small town lined with villas, castles and mansions, it became a working-class town with numerous factories and buildings, then a business center with the new La Défense district. It's an extraordinary story that we're about to tell you. Because yes, walls have ears, and they talk!
Saghey, Marcel Duchamp and Nady la Fée, poets, slammers and slameurs, await you on the terrace of the Musée Roybet Fould for a writing workshop on the theme of the World Exhibition Pavilions.
The Tricoteurs de mots trio, Saghey, Marcel Duchamp and Nady la Fée, will take you on a unique poetic journey around imaginary pavilions with well-kept secrets.
See you on the terrace of the Roybet Fould Museum!
Heritage Days 2025 at the Pavillon des Indes in Courbevoie
Visit the Pavillon des Indes and take advantage of the explanations provided by the Heritage mediators, on hand to guide you!
Heritage Days 2025 at Saint-Maurice church in Becon
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Heritage Days 2025 at Saint-Pierre Saint-Paul church
Built in the 16th century, Saint-Pierre Saint-Paul church was restored and enlarged during the French Revolution, with the construction of an architecturally innovative rotunda in 1790 and 1791, featuring a metal-reinforced vault, under the direction of architect Louis Le Masson. The building was also restored in 1819, thanks to a substantial donation from the Duchess of Angoulème. In 1868-1870, major works directed by architect Jean-Baptiste Guénepin gave it its current dimensions. The church was listed as a historic monument in June 1971. A new organ was built in 2011 under the direction of organ builder Bertrand Cattiaux.
Heritage Days 2025 at Guillaume Bottazzi's Polyptych
### This 150m² polyptych by Guillaume Bottazzi is made up of six four-by-six-meter paintings. It is painted in oil and stands on the busiest boulevard in the La Défense district.
The painting has been awarded the "Paris 2024" label as part of the Paris Olympic Games. The sinuous lines and sunny colors put the viewer in the right mood. This immersive, dopaminated creation reduces our anxiety.
This 144 m² polyptych is part of the Paris La Défense art trail, the largest open-air art trail in France. Some of the greatest artists to have left their mark on the business district include Alexander Calder, Richard Serra, Takis, Daniel Buren, Joan Miró and César.)
Guillaume Bottazzi is recognized as a pioneer of neuroesthetics, which brings neurobiology and art into our environment to help improve our mental health and reduce social tensions.
2025 is the year of mental health, and visual artist Guillaume Bottazzi invites us on a gigantic artistic journey with 86 heritage artworks to be discovered throughout France as part of the 42nd European Heritage Days. Neuroscience has proven that this artist's works are good for us, and the Health Organization has confirmed that art can help our mental health. Neuroaesthetics is gaining considerable ground in our environment, and the public is invited to immerse themselves in the artist's poetic universe and measure the effects of this new trend that is now part of our daily lives. The aim is to produce chemical effects on us that contribute to our mental health. These heritage works, anchored in our daily lives, reduce our anxiety and feelings of loneliness. In particular, they produce dopamine, serotonin and oxytocin. They make us happier and stronger, more elegant and healthier. They reduce the effects of depression, promote social cohesion and help us take a step back from things. They comfort us, facilitate the appropriation of spaces and reduce social tensions. They contribute to peace and love in the world.
Guillaume Bottazzi has created over a hundred heritage works in Europe, the United States, China and Japan, commissioned by cities, museums and architects. They are part of the architectural heritage of the places where they are installed.
The Paris La Défense polyptych as seen in the press:
Guillaume Bottazzi's official website: https: //guillaume.bottazzi.org
Dates and Opening Time
From September 20, 2025 to September 21, 2025
Location
Courbevoie
courbevoie
92400 Courbevoie
Official website
www.ville-courbevoie.fr
