Oyez, oyez! Looking to step back in time for a day in the heart of the Ile-de-France region? Good news for lovers of the Middle Ages: the Ile-de-France region abounds in old castles and towns with a medieval atmosphere, which have preserved their old monuments and offer a timeless ambience. The Médiévales de Provins is the best-known medieval festival, but there are many other events throughout the year, including banquets, dances and workshops where you can learn the skills of yesteryear.
And throughout the rest of the year, you can visit superb fortified villages, which have preserved numerous vestiges of the period, in varying degrees of condition, but always fascinating to discover for their history. From grand family mansions to ancient royal residences, explore centuries-old secrets and medieval architecture on historic walks through the region.
La Médiévale de Brie Comte Robert 2024 in Seine-et-Marne, a festive and lively weekend awaits you
On the weekend of October 5 and 6, we're off to Brie Comte Robert in the 77 region of France to take a leap back in time to the Middle Ages for the Médiévale 2024. Old-fashioned shows, festive parades and immersive activities promise a captivating, free weekend for the whole family in this charming Seine-et-Marne commune. [Read more]
La Médiévale de Luzarches: knights' tournament and medieval market at Château de la Motte (95)
Ready to step back into the Middle Ages for a weekend? Head for Luzarches, in the Val-d'Oise, on October 12 and 13, 2024, to attend a chivalry tournament, Viking battles, falconry shows, a medieval market and a whole host of other events! [Read more]
Les Médiévales et fantastiques du Vexin 2024 at Avernes in Val d'Oise (95)
Les Médiévales et fantastiques du Vexin returns this Saturday, October 5 and Sunday, October 6, 2024. Medieval village, knights' tournaments, concerts, fire shows, craftsmen and fencing await you this weekend in Avernes, Val-d'Oise. [Read more]
The Provins 2024 Medieval Christmas Market, crafts and entertainment in a timeless atmosphere
The Provins Medieval Christmas Market returns for its 13ᵉ edition on December 14 and 15, 2024. Located in the medieval town of Provins, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, this free, open-access event immerses us in a fairytale atmosphere, with demonstrations of traditional crafts and immersive entertainment. [Read more]
Château de Blandy-les-Tours, a medieval monument in a charming Seine-et-Marne village
The little-known Château de Blandy-les-Tours, located in the very center of a picturesque village in the Seine-et-Marne region, boasts a rich heritage that has spanned history, wars and centuries. A true medieval fortress that has been preserved to the present day, it is one of the most impressive castles in the Île-de-France region. We take you on a voyage of discovery. [Read more]
Château de la Madeleine in Chevreuse, a Medieval Treasure in Ile-de-France
Available all year round, the Château de la Madeleine in Chevreuse, a medieval jewel in the Ile-de-France region, invites you to immerse yourself in history. [Read more]
Château de Pierrefonds, the medieval castle reinvented under Napoleon III
In the heart of the Oise region, the Château de Pierrefonds, 80 km from Paris, stands like an open history book on the pages of the Middle Ages, rewritten by the imagination of Eugène Viollet-le-Duc under Napoleon III. This monument, a blend of medieval past and architectural fantasy, offers an immersive experience through its majestic halls, impressive towers and mysterious crypts. We take you on a journey of discovery... [Read more]
8 superb medieval villages to discover around Paris
Discover medieval villages near Paris? It's entirely possible. The heritage-rich Île-de-France region offers historic escapades that take us back in time. Here's a selection of 8 gems that we've loved, and that we invite you to discover. [Read more]
Fascinated by the Middle Ages? We'll take you on a journey through medieval Paris, discovering the city's historic monuments. From Notre-Dame to the Jean Sans Peur Tower and the Hôtel de Cluny, we'll be revealing just a few of the capital's medieval relics. [Read more]
Dates and Opening Time
From March 24, 2024 to December 31, 2027
8 superb medieval villages to discover around Paris
Discovering Paris in the Middle Ages: monuments and relics from medieval times
