The European Heritage Days are an annual event celebrated in some 50 European countries. Initiated in 1985 by the French Ministry of Culture, they generally take place on the third weekend in September. Their aim is to raise public awareness of the richness and diversity of our cultural heritage, by opening monuments, historic sites, parks, gardens and other heritage sites to the public free of charge, as they are often closed or not easily accessible during the rest of the year.
In Paris, the European Heritage Days are the perfect time to explore the city. Over the weekend, emblematic sites such as the Palais de l'Élysée, the Senate, the Sainte-Chapelle and the Musée d'Orsay open their doors to the public. In addition to these visits, a wide range of events are on offer: guided tours, children's workshops, temporary exhibitions and shows. It's a unique opportunity for Parisians and tourists alike to discover the capital's hidden treasures and gain access to places that are often inaccessible.
Immerse yourself in the life of prehistoric man at the Archéosite du parc de la Haute-Île (93)
How about spending 24 hours in the life of a prehistoric man? Then head to the Archéosite du parc de la Haute-Île, in Neuilly-sur-Marne, Seine-Saint-Denis, for a life-size immersion in life at the beginning of our era. [Read more]
TheArchéosite du parc de la Haute-Île in Neuilly-sur-Marne is a place where you can immerse yourself in the prehistoric past of the Paris region. This open-air archaeological site features reconstructions of Neolithic and Bronze Age habitats and lifestyles. During the European Heritage Days, the Archéosite offers guided tours, demonstrations of ancient techniques, and participatory workshops where young and old alike can learn about archaeology.
Discover the rich archaeological heritage of this départemental park on a walk back in time. Numerous archaeological remains have been unearthed here, testifying to the human activity that has taken place here for almost 10,000 years. Discover this historical heritage in the company of an archaeological mediator. Bring comfortable shoes and a hat!
With the archaeosite mediators
Enjoy an exhibition recounting the archaeological excavations carried out prior to the construction of new sports facilities: the Prisme in Bobigny and the Annette-Kellermann aquatic center in La Courneuve. Discover the work of archaeologists from the Département de la Seine-Saint-Denis and the remains they have unearthed.
With archaeologists or mediators from the Cultural Heritage Service of the Département de la Seine-Saint-Denis.
Fire is an invention that has revolutionized the history of mankind and changed everything: food, heating, lighting...
Discover the techniques used thousands of years ago to make fire, without lighters or matches!
With archaeosite mediators
Like an ancient potter, make your own small oil lamp in clay, based on models discovered during archaeological digs.
With Archéologos
Bonnie Parker, Elisabeth Casteret, Arégonde... discover the women who left their mark on their time: women of knowledge, adventurers, artists... thanks to a card game in the style of the 7 families.
An international team of prehistorians discover four skulls at the bottom of a cave. One of them belongs to a hybrid individual, a mix of Neanderthal and Sapiens. How did our ancestors end up there? Who were they? While the scientists battle it out with their hypotheses, the situation shifts to the distant past, when black-skinned Sapiens, a migrant from Africa, rubbed shoulders with white-skinned Neanderthal... where he and she met... and fell in love!
Scour the Parc de la Haute-Île to discover the hidden beacons near the park's remarkable heritage sites, answer the questions, take up the challenges and cross the finish line as quickly as possible!
The meeting point will be indicated by a flag. It will be located after the bridge crossing the Chelles canal at the entrance to the park.
Form teams with your family and/or friends, with a limit of 6 people per group.
The route through the park is approximately 3km to 3.5km.
Bring clothing suited to the weather conditions (rainwear if necessary, cap, sun cream, mosquito repellent, etc.).
With archaeosite mediators
Dates and Opening Time
From September 21, 2024 to September 22, 2024
Location
Parc de la Haute-Île - Neuilly-sur-Marne
34 Avenue Jean Jaurès
93330 Neuilly sur Marne
Immerse yourself in the life of prehistoric man at the Archéosite du parc de la Haute-Île (93)
