It's a date we look forward to every year: the Journées du Patrimoine (Heritage Days ) give us the opportunity to discover and visit the most beautiful cultural and historic sites in France and Europe! To mark the occasion, over 1,500 sites in the Île-de-France region will be opening their doors free of charge on the weekend of September 21 and 22, 2024.
If you're a lover of architecture and history, now's your chance to find out more about the châteaux of the Île-de-France region! These majestic monuments are among the must-see attractions during the Journées du Patrimoine, with guided tours, activities and games to help you delve into the history of these exceptional sites.
And there's no shortage of châteaux in the Paris region! Almost every département in the region boasts one or two palaces and royal estates. From medieval fortresses to Renaissance palaces and imperial residences, these witnesses toFrench history are true works of art waiting to be explored! What's more, the majority of these châteaux are adorned with magnificent gardens, making for a delightful stroll in the September sunshine...
With family, friends or even on your own, discover the monuments for which the region is famous. To find out which châteaux to visit during the JEP, choose from our selection of participating châteaux.
Journées du Patrimoine 2024 in the castles and palaces of Paris: sites to visit
Yes, there are plenty of castles and palaces in Paris too. Discover the ones that are unveiling a special program for the Journées du Patrimoine, this weekend of September 21 and 22, 2024. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2024 in the châteaux of Seine-et-Marne (77), visits on the program
The Journées du Patrimoine (Heritage Days) also invite you to discover the Châteaux. In Seine-et-Marne, a great program awaits you in these royal residences: discover the ideas for outings this weekend of September 21 and 22, 2024. [Read more]
Journées du Patrimoine 2024 in the Châteaux of Yvelines, the program in 78
Why not take advantage of the Journées du Patrimoine 2024 to conquer the châteaux of the Ile-de-France region? This time, we're heading for the Yvelines to discover the sublime residences opening their doors to us this weekend of September 21 and 22, 2024. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2024 in Essonne: conquering the castles of 91
The castles of Essonne reveal their secrets during the Journées du Patrimoine 2024. Here's the program for the weekend of September 21 and 22, 2024. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2024: in the heart of the Hauts-de-Seine castles (92)
For the Journées du Patrimoine, the châteaux and estates of the Hauts-de-Seine are opening their doors to let you in on their secrets. Here's the program for the weekend of September 21 and 22, 2024. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2024: castles to discover in Val-de-Marne (94)
The castles of the Val-de-Marne await you for the next edition of the Journées du Patrimoine (Heritage Days) this weekend of September 21 and 22, 2024. Click here for the program! [Read more]
Heritage Days 2024: the program for castles in Val d'Oise (95)
For the Journées du Patrimoine (Heritage Days), head to the Val d'Oise to conquer the castles that are unveiling a special program this weekend of September 21 and 22, 2024. [Read more]
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Dates and Opening Time
From September 21, 2024 to September 22, 2024
Recommended age
For all