Do you live in the Yvelines or feel like going green? The editorial team has some great ideas for outings to brighten up your weekend in the 78- the most populous département in the greater Paris region, by the way. So heat up your Navigo pass, or enjoy a quiet day out close to home.
It has to be said that the Yvelines, with its 262 communes and 2,284 km², is one of the most impressive departments in the Ile-de-France region. Whether you're looking for a new or established quality restaurant, forest walks and trails, a host of châteaux or, of course, a wide range of events, there's never a dull moment. To help you make your way through this jungle of possibilities, we've selected 10 fun outings, specific to this weekend of July 6 and 7, 2024.
Free museums, castles and monuments in Yvelines on Sunday, July 7, 2024, 1st Sunday of the month
On the first Sunday of the month, many monuments, castles, museums and historic sites in Yvelines open their doors to you free of charge. But not all of them are free all year round, and some are currently undergoing renovation work. To help you find your way around, we've compiled a list of cultural sites in the 78 region to visit this Sunday, July 7, 2024. [Read more]
A free Ninja course awaits you on the Ile de Loisirs de Saint-Quentin en Yvelines this summer
Sports enthusiasts and kids with peachy appetites beware, the Saint-Quentin-en-Yvelines leisure park is installing a free obstacle course from June 29 to July 21, 2024. Now's the time to take up the challenge! [Read more]
The Queen's Tea Time at the Château de Versailles at Ore
How about a tea time duo at the very heart of the Château de Versailles? We'll take you to the Goûter de la Reine at Ore, the restaurant nestled in the Pavillon Dufour, which now offers a sweet and savory interlude from Tuesday to Sunday. [Read more]
The water playground of the Saint-Quentin en Yvelines leisure center
A refreshing playground to get the kids wet? Head for the water playground on the Île de Loisirs in Saint-Quentin-en-Yvelines, which awaits children and parents this summer 2024, from June to September. [Read more]
The Château de Monte-Cristo, Alexandre Dumas' hidden and unusual home
Discover the Château de Monte-Cristo, the residence imagined by the writer Alexandre Dumas. Set in an English garden in the heart of the Yvelines, on the Saint-Germain-en-Laye side, you'll find an exuberantly styled 19th-century château and its small Château d'If. We take you on a tour of this hidden heritage, listed as a historic monument. [Read more]
La Fête des Loges 2024, the funfair returns to Saint-Germain en Laye - 78
The Fête des Loges is back from June 28 to August 18, 2024 in the beautiful forest of Saint-Germain-en-Laye in the Yvelines. For over 300 years, thrill rides, merry-go-rounds, shows and water games have been waiting for young and old alike, just 20 minutes from Paris, in a beautiful setting accessible by public transport! [Read more]
Houilles Plages 2024, the seaside resort where you can have fun and swim all summer long in Houilles (78)
From July 6 to August 18, 2024, the town of Houilles goes into "summer" mode and transforms its Charles de Gaulle park into a veritable seaside resort, offering a variety of activities for young and old alike. [Read more]
Falconer for a day: an unforgettable experience up close to the birds at Espace Rambouillet
If you're a bird lover, Espace Rambouillet offers you the chance to spend an exceptional morning in the shoes of a falconer, making friends with an owl or eagle in an unforgettable experience. [Read more]
Grandes Eaux Nocturnes 2024 back at the Château de Versailles, fountains and fireworks
Les Grandes Eaux Nocturnes return every Saturday evening from June 8 to September 21, 2024 at the Château de Versailles, as well as on July 14. As night falls, musicians and technicians join forces to bring back to life the evenings of Louis XIV, with large luminous jets of water and fireworks... It's a show you've got to see at least once! Bonus: this year, four exceptional evenings await us: June 28, 2024, July 14, 2024, for the Nocturnes de feu on August 15 and the Nocturnes Electro on Saturday, September 21. Check out images from the first evening with Bal Masqué participants in period costume. [Read more]
The Petit Moulin des Vaux de Cernay is transformed into a cultural restaurant with terrace (78)
Alert friends, the famous little Moulin des Vaux de Cernay in the Vallée de Chevreuse in the Yvelines (78), is being revived and transformed into a cultural restaurant that combines a place to eat, have a drink and relax in the sun with a cultural gallery where you can enjoy ephemeral exhibitions in a place steeped in history. [Read more]
8 unusual parks and gardens in Yvelines, treasures to discover
Why not take a stroll and discover the most beautiful and original parks and gardens in Yvelines? From hidden gardens to unique, historic and even downright zany, the 78 region has no shortage of unusual treasures to discover for those wishing to get off the beaten track. [Read more]
Where to picnic in the Yvelines, 11 great spots with superb views
The fine weather is here and you're looking for somewhere to sit down for a lovely picnic in the Yvelines? We've come up with 11 great spots with breathtaking views, some well-known and others less so, where you can relax with friends or lovers and feast your eyes. [Read more]
Brunch in Yvelines (78), our tried and tested good addresses
Sunday means brunch for you! And sometimes, not just on Sundays. Whether you live in the Yvelines or you're looking for something new to do in the 78, we've put together a selection of the best places to eat in the département. Whether it's an all-you-can-eat brunch, a home-cooked brunch or a brunch in an exceptional venue, here's a selection to help you enjoy a delicious moment. [Read more]
Where to eat in Yvelines (78)? Our favorite restaurants in the department
There's no shortage of good places to eat in Yvelines! Would you like to discover the great restaurants waiting for you in this Île-de-France department? Here are our favorites in the 78 region. [Read more]
What to do in Yvelines? Heritage, places and activities to discover
Want to get to know Paris Region better? This time, we're taking you on a trip to the Yvelines to discover its heritage, places to visit, must-do activities and the best deals of the moment. From castles to walks and good addresses, here's what's waiting for you in the 78. [Read more]
The most beautiful villages in the Yvelines, 6 must-see nuggets
Looking for charming villages close to Paris? If so, the Yvelines is the place for you. Among the gems of Ile-de-France, we invite you to discover the picturesque places in Yvelines that we've enjoyed discovering and that we'd like to introduce to you. [Read more]
Walks and discoveries in the Vallée de Chevreuse, 17 must-see treasures
Located between Versailles and Rambouillet, the Vallée de Chevreuse has many natural and cultural treasures to discover. There's a remarkable heritage of beautiful monuments, wonders for strolling and going green, and even a rich culinary heritage. Discover 18 must-see nuggets. [Read more]
Glorious Escape Game
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Les rendez-vous de la Madeleine, re-enactment weekends at the château de la Madeleine - photos
Les rendez-vous de la Madeleine are back from these April 27 and 28, 2024. Head for the Château de la Madeleine in Chevreuse, where we invite you to relive medieval life, free of charge, over 4 lively weekends from late April to October. [Read more]
Olympic Games Paris 2024: The Olympic torch routes in Yvelines: dates, cities and timetables
Yvelines is getting ready to welcome the Olympic Torch Relay this Tuesday, July 23, 2024, a symbol of the Paris 2024 Olympic Games. This exceptional day will see the torch pass through several emblematic sites in the département. To make sure you don't miss out on any of the action, find out more about the routes and timetables for this exceptional crossing. [Read more]
Enjoy your weekend in the Yvelines!
Dates and Opening Time
From July 6th, 2024 to July 7th, 2024
Location
Yvelines
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