Every year, the Journées du Patrimoine (Heritage Days ) bring a new rhythm to the month of September, with a wide range of cultural activities and discoveries. In Paris and the greater Paris region, residents and visitors alike take advantage of this not-to-be-missed event to discover the astonishing treasures that make up our heritage.
Each edition is accompanied by a hyperactive program, often free of charge, full of guided and self-guided tours, unusual events and workshops for young and old alike. Numerous sites lend themselves to the Heritage Days game: museums, monuments, castles, libraries, embassies, ministries, major institutions and much more! So you can discover our heritage from every angle.
If you're passionate aboutcrafts, how about immersing yourself in the know-how of the Ile-de-France region? In the four corners of the Paris region, workshops, factories, fashion houses and other surprising places are joining in the ballet of the Journées du Patrimoine to let you discover what goes on behind the scenes through a unique program! Artisans will also be on hand for this exceptional weekend on September 21 and 22, 2024.
Journées du Patrimoine 2024 in Paris: discover the sublime decorations and designs of Atelier Kostia
On the weekend of September 21 to 22, 2024, let yourself be surprised by the 41st edition of the Journées du Patrimoine! In Paris, in addition to free visits to the most emblematic institutions, the event will take you to the workshops of art craftsmen, exceptionally open for the occasion. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2024 in Paris at the Sauvegarde de l'Art Français: tours of the foundation
To mark the Journées du Patrimoine in Paris, Sauvegarde de l'Art Français will be opening its doors on Saturday, September 21, 2024. Discover the program! [Read more]
Heritage Days 2024 at the Musée Paul-Belmondo (92): discover the sculptor's work
During the Journées du Patrimoine 2024, discover the work of sculptor Paul Belmondo, father of the famous actor, at the Boulogne-Billancourt museum dedicated to him. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2024: horse games at the Musée de la Toile de Jouy (78)
In honor of the Journées du Patrimoine 2024, on September 21 and 22, the Musée de la Toile de Jouy is organizing horse-riding games for the whole family. The more curious can join a historical walk in the footsteps of the former Manufacture Oberkampf. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2024: meet craftsmen at Château de Jossigny (77)
As part of the 41st Journées du Patrimoine, the Château de Jossigny is opening its doors to art lovers on September 21 and 22, 2024. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2024 at the Cité de la Céramique in Sèvres (92)
The Cité de la Céramique de Sèvres is opening its doors to the public free of charge for the Heritage Days on Saturday September 21 and Sunday September 22, 2024. An opportunity to discover the heritage of the Manufacture royale de Sèvres. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2024 in the art studios of the Réunion des musées nationaux (93)
To mark Heritage Days 2024, the Réunion des musées nationaux - Grand Palais is opening the doors of its art workshops in Saint-Denis this Saturday, September 21. An opportunity to meet the craftsmen who renovate our heritage. [Read more]
Journées du Patrimoine 2024: discover the program at La Monnaie de Paris
For the Journées du Patrimoine 2024, the Monnaie de Paris is waiting to share its treasures and collections with you through a special program. See you on the weekend of September 21 and 22, 2024. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2024 at the Hermitage kiln in Pontoise (95): Tours and tastings
Le four de l'Hermitage in Pontoise invites you to take part in crispy tours and tastings during the Journées du Patrimoine 2024, on September 20, 21 and 22. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2024 at 19M, the Chanel fashion factory
Le 19M, otherwise known as the Manufacture de mode Chanel, joins the program of the Journées du Patrimoine 2024, on September 21 and 22! A rare opportunity to discover the expertise of Chanel's Maisons d'art in a multi-faceted setting, combining fashion, gastronomy and contemporary art. [Read more]
Journées du Patrimoine 2024 at the Viaduc des Arts in Paris: a fascinating place to discover
The Journées du Patrimoine are also an opportunity to discover the Viaduc des Arts in Paris. Yes, this astonishing site in the east of the capital has a special program for this exceptional weekend of September 21 and 22, 2024. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2024 at Bougival vineyards in Yvelines (78) : Garden tour
Bougival, a charming village in the Yvelines department (78), invites you to take a stroll through its famous vineyards on September 22, to mark the Journées du Patrimoine 2024. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2024 at the Manufacture de Chocolat Alain Ducasse: Chocolate Tours
On September 21 and 22, the Manufacture de Chocolat Alain Ducasse will be taking part in the Journées du Patrimoine 2024. To mark the occasion, the Manufacture is opening its doors to the curious! [Read more]
Heritage Days 2024 in Paris: visit the art studios & backstage at the Louvre Museum
Event for the Journées du Patrimoine 2024! On Saturday, September 21 and Sunday, September 22, 2024, the art studios of the Musée du Louvre in Paris will be opening their doors to you (registration required). It's an opportunity to learn more about their unique expertise. And it's also a chance to go behind the scenes of the famous Parisian museum! [Read more]
Heritage Days 2024 in Paris: exceptional opening of the Mobilier national - Les Gobelins
For the European Heritage Days, the Manufacture des Gobelins is offering an original visit to the heart of its exceptional expertise on Saturday September 21 and Sunday September 22, 2024. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2024 at Atelier Houdart in Paris: the art of bookbinding and gilding
The Journées du Patrimoine (Heritage Days) are also an opportunity to discover craftsmanship! In Paris, the Atelier Houdart is offering an exceptional program over the weekend of September 21 and 22, 2024, to introduce us to the art of bookbinding and gilding. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2024: visit and demonstration at the Maison du Vitrail
Discover the fascinating world of stained glass at the Journées du Patrimoine 2024 in Paris! On September 21 and 22, the Maison du Vitrail will be opening its doors to the public. Immerse yourself in the art and history of this unique workshop, where tradition and modernity meet! [Read more]
Journées du Patrimoine 2024 at the Musée du Jouet (78): fun family visits and activities
Fall back into childhood on September 21 and 22, 2024, with the Musée du Jouet's Heritage Days program. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2024 in Paris: inside the watchmaking wheels of Bucherer
To mark the 41st Heritage Days, Bucherer is opening its doors to watch enthusiasts on Saturday, September 21, 2024. An opportunity to admire legendary watches from every angle. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2024: (re)discover Lafont, the historic eyewear boutique, in Madeleine
To take in the sights during the Journées du Patrimoine, head for the emblematic Lafont boutique, the kingdom of eyewear in Paris, on Saturday September 21, 2024. [Read more]
Dates and Opening Time
From September 21, 2024 to September 22, 2024