To the west of Paris, the Yvelines region boasts a sublime heritage, the flagship of which is probably the famous Château de Versailles, the sumptuous residence of the Sun King. And yet, in addition to its historical treasures, the 78 has plenty to surprise you. If you're an adventurer in search of original outings, this Île-de-France département has something for every age and passion. With its lively program and unusual concepts, there's plenty to do!
So, why not set off to conquer the west of the Paris region? We'll be happy to take you on a journey to discover the most original ideas for outings in the Yvelines region, now and in the near future. From sporting activities to creative leisure pursuits and original sightseeing, you'll have plenty to put together a program full of great adventures that'll leave your head full of memories.
And to make sure you don't miss a thing, we strongly advise you to consult this guide regularly: it's updated with new announcements and new discoveries. So, are you ready to explore the Yvelines through some unusual outings? Follow the guide and have fun!
Ambiance Shopping: the huge 5,000 m2 decor, fashion, beauty and food market in the Yvelines department
Sponsored - The Ambiance Shopping market returns for its second edition on Sunday, May 11, 2025 from 11am to 9pm, with over 150 exhibitors in fashion, beauty, home decor, food and much more. Head for Port Marly in the Yvelines to stock up on bargains and have a great time at the same time. And the icing on the cake: vouchers await the first to arrive! [Read more]
Luxury second-hand handbags, discover the unique Héritage boutique in Yvelines
Imagine, among the finest handbags and luxury leather goods at knock-down prices. That's what we've come up with at Héritage, a brand-new second-hand boutique that opened in October in Les Clayes-sous-Bois in the Yvelines department, in the heart of the One Nation shopping center. We take you on a tour of this address, which offers certified Hermès, Chanel, Dior and Balenciaga at 30% to 50% off. [Read more]
Calicéo Saint-Cyr l'Ecole: we tested the SPA aquatic fitness center in Yvelines
Calicéo Versailles - Saint-Cyr l'Ecole opens its doors on September 16, 2023 in Saint-Cyr-L'Ecole, near Versailles. A new oasis of well-being opens its doors. Imagine, on an impressive 5,000 m² surface, a wellness area that promises relaxation and revitalization thanks to state-of-the-art aquatic facilities, accessible almost around the clock. Beauty, massage and sport are all on the agenda. [Read more]
The Grandes Eaux Musicales du Château de Versailles 2025 are back!
The Grandes Eaux Musicales and Jardins Musicaux at the Château de Versailles return to embellish the garden's basins and fountains for a new season. From April 1 to October 31, 2025, enjoy strolls around the estate's groves and fountains to the rhythm of Baroque music in a magical atmosphere worthy of Louis XIV. [Read more]
The Grand Bal Masqué at the Château de Versailles 2025 - Complete
The Grand Bal Masqué at the Château de Versailles is back to delight us this Saturday, June 21, 2025. [Read more]
Montfort l'Amaury: discover the charming village, a medieval treasure of the Yvelines region
On the edge of the Rambouillet forest, Montfort l'Amaury reveals 1000 years of history. Discover this medieval village, its historic monuments and the charm of its cobbled streets. [Read more]
Discovery of Chevreuse: the Little Venice of the Yvelines and its Little Bridges Stroll
Chevreuse, known as the little Venice of the Yvelines, hides a sublime stroll of the small bridges, a real green setting at only 40 minutes from Paris and accessible by RER. We embark you for an adventure with unsuspected charm. [Read more]
Ile-de-France celebrates theater 2025: free summer events at leisure centers
The Ile-de-France region is once again celebrating theater on its leisure islands from July 11 to August 6, 2025. This year, the leisure islands of Créteil, Saint-Quentin-en-Yvelines, Cergy-Pontoise and Port aux Cerises will be hosting free shows and workshops (booking required). [Read more]
From Paris to Versailles by bike: itinerary for an easy ride on the Véloscénie
Did you know? La Véloscénie, the long-distance cycle path linking Paris to Mont Saint-Michel, provides a link between Paris and Versailles. Let us take you on a 30-kilometre bike ride! [Read more]
Fêtes Galantes 2025, a sumptuous costumed evening at the Château de Versailles - SOLD OUT
The Fêtes Galantes return to the Château de Versailles! For one evening, Monday June 2, 2025, slip into the shoes of a marquis or princess, and take part in the dances and games of this wild celebration, culminating in a fireworks display! [Read more]
France Miniature: 2025 program, attractions and new features at the Yvelines family park
If you're dreaming of travelling around France in a day, while entertaining your children with a variety of attractions, then France Miniature is the place for you. Come and take a children's tour of France, near Elancourt in the Yvelines. Scheduled to reopen on Saturday, April 5, 2025. [Read more]
France Miniature: free admission for children at the 2025 reopening, take advantage of this special offer
France Miniature reopens its doors on April 5, 2025, with an unmissable offer: buy one adult ticket and get one child's ticket for free. This offer is valid from April 5 to May 4, 2025, provided you book online up to the day before your visit. [Read more]
Versailles Electro, the electro party at the Château de Versailles, returns in May 2025
The Château de Versailles is the place to be for an electro party! Versailles Electro returns to Paris on May 24, 2025. This year, Bob Sincla, Kittin and Nicolas Sasson will be on hand! Tickets go on sale tomorrow [Read more]
Base de loisirs du Val de Seine, for swimming and fun at Verneuil-sur-Seine (78)
The Val de Seine leisure park in the Yvelines region offers a wide range of activities, including a beach and swimming area open from the start of the summer season. It's the perfect opportunity to get out and about with family and friends. [Read more]
Base et Île de loisirs des Boucles de Seine: beach, swimming and tree climbing in Yvelines (78)
Located in Moisson (78), the Boucles de Seine leisure park offers a myriad of summer activities from the beginning of April: beach, supervised swimming, accrobranche and much more. [Read more]
Le Jardin Yili, the unusual Chinese garden hidden away in the Yvelines
Jardin Yili is the only privately-owned traditional Chinese garden in France. Head for Saint-Rémy-l'Honoré in the Yvelines, about 33 km from Paris, for a change of scenery. Discover this 10,000 m² green space, imbued with spirituality and tranquility, where you can discover the art of Chinese gardens and immerse yourself in a feng shui setting inspired by age-old traditions. [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]
Thoiry Zoo's new lodges in Terres d'Afrique: an immersion among elephants
After the unusual dens, Thoiry Zoo is now launching a new zone called "Terre d'Afrique", featuring an educational and immersive area with a new Elephant House and 5 cosy lodges where you can sleep in total immersion among the elephants, right in the heart of the African plain. And reservations are now open! [Read more]
The best burger in France 2024 is in the Yvelines!
We're off to Saint-Cyr l'École in the Yvelines, just outside Versailles, and more precisely to La Ménagerie du Roi, to discover this new brasserie where the French Burger Champion 2024, Anthony Pautrat, now officiates in the kitchen. Let's go for a treat! [Read more]
Les Grandes Eaux Nocturnes 2025 at the Château de Versailles: illuminated fountains and fireworks!
Les Grandes Eaux Nocturnes will take place in 2025. The program includes a sublime nocturnal stroll through the gardens of the Château de Versailles to admire the illuminated fountains and a sublime fireworks display. Saturday evenings from June 7 to September 20, 2025. [Read more]
The former Versailles post office transformed into a living space - photos
A new cultural and events space has opened in Versailles, in the heart of the town's former post office. Discover this festive new spot featuring Sept Lieux food court, exhibitions and events. [Read more]
Thoiry ZooSafari: new features for 2025 to immerse you in the zoo's wildlife
Stroll among the zebras and elephants and enjoy an exceptional moment with family and friends thanks to the ZooSafari de Thoiry tours. On the program for the 2025 season: new activities for young and old alike! [Read more]
Unusual in the Yvelines: the superb waterfall grotto at Parc du Dr Fauvel in Villennes-sur-Seine
Villennes-sur-Seine, a charming commune in the Yvelines department, is home to a little-known treasure: the waterfalls of the Parc Fauvel grotto. Located some 36 kilometers west of Notre-Dame Cathedral in Paris, this small town near Poissy on the left bank of the Seine boasts a park that combines history and nature. The park, an example of English romanticism, features an unusual grotto and waterfalls. [Read more]
Vélotour 2025: the unusual bicycle tour of Saint-Quentin-en-Yvelines (78)
The Vélotour makes a stopover in Yvelines on May 18, 2025! A land of cycling, Saint-Quentin-en-Yvelines is once again hosting the famous bicycle tour. [Read more]
Base de Loisirs des Étangs de Hollande, the natural beach and bathing area in Yvelines is now open
Discover the wonders of the Base de Loisirs des Étangs de Hollande in Les Bréviaires, in the heart of the Rambouillet forest. Fancy a beach and a swim in the green? Head for the Yvelines to sunbathe and relax in the heart of nature. [Read more]
The Paradis des Enfants rides reopen on the St Quentin en Yvelines leisure island!
Sponsored - To keep the kids entertained, head for Au Paradis des Enfants, on the leisure island of St Quentin en Yvelines. After its winter closure, the children's paradise is back with new rides: the games, rides, inflatables and Mario karting are reopening for the February vacations, for moments of relaxation from €1 a ride! [Read more]
Espace Rambouillet celebrates its reopening with special events in April 2025!
Sponsored - Attention families! Espace Rambouillet invites you to celebrate "The Awakening of the Forest" in April 2025 with a lively program for young and old, featuring storytelling, shows and animal encounters. [Read more]
Discover the Versailles-Chèvreloup Arboretum and its Remarkable Garden
The Arboretum de Versailles-Chèvreloup awaits you all year round in its remarkable 200-hectare park! Come and stroll, picnic or play sport in complete freedom amidst 10,000 trees of over 2,500 different varieties. [Read more]
Paris 2024's Colline d'Elancourt reopens with free festive events - 78
The Colline d'Élancourt, the highest point in the Île-de-France region, invites you to its reopening on Saturday, May 17, 2025 in Élancourt, Yvelines. After hosting the mountain bike events of the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, this emblematic site reopens its doors with a day packed with free events for all. [Read more]
The Pardon National de la Batellerie, Conflans-Sainte-Honorine's big nautical festival (78)
From June 14 to 16, 2024, come and discover the Pardon National de la Batellerie, an unmissable tradition in the town of Conflans-Sainte-Honorine (78). [Read more]
La Voie de l'Écuyère: the historic equestrian show at the Grandes Écuries de Versailles
Discover the talent of Bartabas' Compagnie-école riders in a magical venue steeped in history, the Grandes Écuries du Château de Versailles, during an equestrian show, starting February 16, 2025. [Read more]
The Rambouillet Lily of the Valley Festival 2025: float parade, funfair and fireworks display
We know Rambouillet by its forest and the château that once served as the presidential residence... But have you heard of the Lily of the Valley Festival? Celebrated in the town for over 100 years, it's a must-see event in the Yvelines every May. [Read more]
Forest Awakening: Spring 2025 activities at Espace Rambouillet
From April 5 to 30, 2025, Espace Rambouillet inaugurates l'éveil de la forêt, a family program to celebrate spring. [Read more]
Malowe Nature, permaculture farm and nature activities near Mantes-la-Jolie (78)
On a 6-hectare site bordered by the Vaucouleurs river, Malowe Nature is made up of several natural areas. The site is laid out in such a way as to welcome you comfortably, whether you're alone, with your family or in a group. [Read more]
Le Sentier des Maréchaux, the educational forest walk in the Chevreuse Valley
How about exploring the Sentier des maréchaux in the Vallée de Chevreuse? Just an hour from Paris, we're off on an educational walk through the Rambouillet forest, where nature and history meet. [Read more]
The Junior Ballet de l'Opéra de Paris at Versailles: the birthplace of future great dancers
The Opéra Royal du Château de Versailles welcomes the Junior Ballet de l'Opéra de Paris, from June 12 to 14, 2025. A first stop for this new company, which embodies the future of French classical dance. [Read more]
Cirque du Soleil: the iconic Alegría show reinvented for 2025
Cirque du Soleil returns to Chatou in the Île-de-France region with Alegría, a reinvented show combining magic, acrobatics and strong emotions. From November 20 to December 19, 2025, plunge into a kingdom in decline, where revolution is in full swing. [Read more]
La Sérénade Royale 2025 at the Château de Versailles, an immersive journey through the court of the Sun King
The Sérénade Royale is one of the highlights of the summer in the Paris region. This immersive experience takes us back to the court of the Sun King, where we discover the leisure activities of the era. The Chapelle Royale, the Galerie des Glaces, the Grands Appartements du Roi et de la Reine and the Cour Royale unveil historic scenes with baroque dancers, sword fights and even theatrical skits. Saturdays from June 7 to September 13, 2025, as well as July 14 and August 15, 2025. [Read more]
La Ruée des Fadas 2025: the crazy obstacle course in Yvelines (78)
Following the success of previous editions, the Ruée des Fadas returns to the Paris region. Scheduled for May 25, 2025, this totally frosty mud race welcomes you to the Yvelines! [Read more]
Le Potager du Roi, a historic fruit and vegetable garden near the Château de Versailles
Head to Versailles to discover the Potager du Roi, a production and experimentation site open to the public, which once supplied the King's table at the Château! Here you can find local, natural fruit and vegetables in the open air. [Read more]
The night-time craft market returns to Chatou in Yvelines (78)
The night-time craft market is back in Chatou, in the Yvelines region (78). Local producers and artisans await you from March to December! [Read more]
Ludimax, the indoor playground for children aged 0 to 12, in Villepreux (78)
Ludimax is an indoor adventure park for children aged 0 to 12, open all year round. Located in Villepreux in the Yvelines department, this fun adventure park features slides, mazes, ball pools... to the delight of young and old alike, who enter this children's playground free of charge! [Read more]
The Admirable Trees of the Domaine de Versailles
The Palace of Versailles unveils a new walk to discover the "Admirable Trees" of the Versailles estate. These trees are full of history and are the living heritage of the estate. By their size, their beauty or their anecdotes, these subjects are a mine of discoveries. [Read more]
Castalia, the Maurepas aquatic and aqualudic center
Castalia is the name of the new aquatic center in Maurepas. More than just a swimming pool, this aqualudic center boasts no less than 5 state-of-the-art, environmentally-friendly pools, a digital waterslide area, a playground, an open-air jacuzzi with sauna and a gigantic fitness area. We've tested it all, and here's the lowdown. [Read more]
La Foulée Royale 2025: races for the whole family at the Château de Saint-Germain-en-Laye (78)
La Foulée Royale, the flagship race in the Parc du Château de Saint-Germain-en-Laye (78), returns on Sunday June 9, 2024 with 1.5km, 5km and 10km courses for the whole family! So, are you ready to take up the challenge? [Read more]
The floating cottages on the La Galiotte pond in Yvelines, a real postcard landscape
For a complete change of scenery in the heart of the Île-de-France region, head for the Parc du Peuple de l'Herbe in Carrières-sous-Poissy, in the Yvelines department. With its 113 hectares of wilderness and picturesque ponds, including the étang de La Galiotte dotted with floating chalets, this oasis, just a stone's throw from Poissy station, offers an authentic experience just a Navigo pass away! [Read more]
Hiking: a walk on the Colline d'Elancourt, the highest point in the Île-de-France region
Did you know? The Colline d'Elancourt, located in the Yvelines département, is the highest point of our forests, massifs and other natural parks in the Paris region. So what better way to discover the area than on a hike? [Read more]
Pari Fermier, the travelling farmers' market in Ile-de-France: Upcoming dates
For the past 30 years, the Pari Fermier association has been organizing traveling farmers' markets in Paris and on farms throughout the Ile-de-France region. Discover the next dates and locations of Pari Fermier markets! [Read more]
A new Gulli Parc indoor playground for children opens in Conflans (78)
Following on from Gulli Parc in Sainte-Geneviève-des-Bois, Bry-sur-Marne and Thiais, a new indoor playground will open in mid-October 2023 near Conflans, in the Yvelines department. For young and old alike, it's the new family spot to spend hours! [Read more]
Zacroc's, the leisure and educational space of Plaisir
Les Zacroc's is an educational leisure space for children from 0 to 12 years old and their parents, located in Plaisir, in the Yvelines. In addition to being a playground where children can come and let off steam, Zacroc's allows you to organize your child's birthday party in the park, or to take advantage of the daycare service to run an errand on your side. [Read more]
A country egg hunt for Easter 2025 at Malowe Nature (78)
Malowe Nature, a vegetable farm producing vegetables, fruit and plants according to permaculture principles, is organizing an Easter egg hunt for children on Saturday April 19, Sunday April 20 and Monday April 21, 2025. [Read more]
A historical reconstruction at the heart of the Belle Epoque 1900 at the Château de Breteuil
Château de Breteuil invites you to an unusual event on June 29, 2025: a historical reconstruction in the heart of the Belle Epoque. Travel back to the time of Henri de Breteuil and discover the estate in its heyday! [Read more]
Esprit Jardin, the free Fête des Plantes of Versailles 2025, the program
Esprit Jardin celebrates the Fête des Plantes in Versailles on April 26 and 27, 2025. On the program: plant and equipment sales, workshops, entertainment, shows and much more, with free admission. [Read more]
Blocbuster, the family friendly climbing gym for kids and adults, in Versailles
Blocbuster is a concept of climbing gyms that already has three in the Ile-de-France region: the first one in La Défense, the second one in Courbevoie and finally, the last one in Versailles, known for being particularly kid-friendly with its children's areas where you can spend the whole day, from 3 years old! [Read more]
Les Nocturnes de Feu 2025 at the Château de Versailles: a royal August 15
To celebrate August 15, 2025 on a flamboyant theme, the Château de Versailles is offering its Nocturnes de feu, an incredible show in the gardens, topped off by a spectacular fireworks display. [Read more]
Become an animal caretaker at Thoiry Zoo for half a day
Thoiry Safari Zoo offers budding animal caretakers a half-day behind-the-scenes look at the world of animal care. On the program? Preparing food for the animals, feeding the giraffes and cleaning the homes of these four-legged residents. [Read more]
La Ferme de Gally de Saint-Cyr l'Ecole (78), for a family outing in the countryside
The Ferme pédagogique de Gally is one of the most beautiful educational farms in the Yvelines: with its 4 hectares, it offers children and their parents a privileged encounter with sheep, dwarf goats, rabbits, donkeys, horses... [Read more]
The kids' club at Les Vaux-de-Cernay abbey, for a family outing in the fresh air
Less than an hour's drive from Paris, the Abbaye des Vaux de Cernay is a wonderful destination for an overnight or weekend getaway. Perfect for a romantic weekend away, it's also an idyllic spot for families, with nature all around. [Read more]
AccroCamp Boucles de Seine: nature tree climbing on the Ile de Loisirs de Moisson (78)
AccroCamp has an accrobranche at the Boucles de Seine leisure park between Giverny and Mantes-la-Jolie. In the heart of the forest, come and climb and fly through the air in complete safety, in a protected natural area with sublime views. Scheduled to reopen on Saturday, April 2, 2025! [Read more]
A bucolic walk on the Impressionist Island in Chatou
A few stations away from Paris, by taking the RER A, make a stopover in the footsteps of the Impressionists in Chatou, for a pleasant stroll along the water. [Read more]
Did you know? The largest dolmen in Île-de-France is hidden in the Rambouillet forest.
You don't have to go all the way to Brocéliande forest to find real mysteries! Our forests in the Paris region also have their secrets, and the Rambouillet forest is home to the region's largest dolmen! [Read more]
La Folle Furieuse Paris Ouest: the obstacle course for everyone at Verneuil-sur-Seine (78)
Looking for a bit of a challenge? The Folle Furieuse is back, for a new obstacle course on the Île de Loisirs du Val de Seine, on September 21, 2025! [Read more]
Hiking: from l'île des Impressionnistes to Sartrouville, along the long-distance footpath
Follow in the footsteps of the famous Impressionist painters on a stroll along the Seine, from Chatou to Sartrouville, discovering pretty riverbanks and bucolic greenery. [Read more]
Branches et loisirs, accrobranche at the Saint-Quentin en Yvelines leisure park
Branches et Loisirs, the accrobranche course at Saint-Quentin en Yvelines, the largest leisure park in the Ile-de-France region, reopens its doors on March 31, 2025. You'll discover courses for all ages from 3 upwards, and new activities up to 15 metres above the ground. [Read more]
Môments, the family spot where to spend the afternoon in Versailles
In a small street adjacent to the RER and Transilien station of Versailles Chantiers is Môment's, a family concept where to take refuge in summer and winter with children of all ages. [Read more]
AccroCamp Saint Germain-en-Laye, accrobranche in Yvelines
Sponsored - The Accrocamp in Saint Germain-en-Laye invites you to enjoy a day of accrobranche (tree climbing) for young and old alike, thanks to its various courses! Located near Paris, this site takes you from tree to tree on its zip line, platforms and monkey bridge. Reopening February 1, 2025 after a winter shutdown. [Read more]
Cap Pirate, the indoor playground for budding pirates in Aubergenville (78)
In the Family Village shopping center in Aubergenville, Yvelines, Cap Pirate welcomes families and children aged 0 to 12 to slip into the shoes of a sea bandit for a few hours. [Read more]
Maisons-Laffitte (78): a free gathering of classic cars once a month
Did you know? In Maisons-Laffitte, a classic car rally is held every last Sunday of the month. We'll show you around. [Read more]
Fabrice Luchini celebrates La Fontaine at the Opéra Royal de Versailles
On May 13 and 14, 2025, Fabrice Luchini takes over the Opéra Royal at the Château de Versailles with his show "La Fontaine et le confinement". A literary journey in which the actor combines poetry, reflection and the pleasure of words. [Read more]
Base de loisirs de Saint-Quentin en Yvelines, activities including water sports, games and barbecues
The Saint-Quentin-en-Yvelines leisure park in Trappes is a place of discovery and escape, offering a multitude of fun, sporting and educational activities. Water sports, accrobranche, water games and mini-golf await you. [Read more]
La Ferme de Grignon (78), a free cow and sheep farm visit
In the heart of the Versailles plain, the town of Grignon boasts a huge farm with over 200 dairy cows, 600 ewes, 400 hectares of crops and a dairy. The good news is that the site is open to the public: put on your good shoes and let's go and discover this farm in the Yvelines! [Read more]
Ramboli'Trail: a day of trails, hiking and Nordic walking in the Rambouillet forest
Fellow runners, you've got a big day of running ahead of you, depending on your level of endurance and fitness! Start one of the Ramboli'Trail trails, hikes or Nordic walks on April 27, 2025. [Read more]
The educational farm at Mantes-la-Jolie (78), a free, rural outing in the Yvelines region
In Mantes-la-Jolie, in the Yvelines département, there's an educational farm hidden away on Ile l'Aumône. Free and open to all, it's a great opportunity to take a stroll and discover the animals! [Read more]
The Parc du peuple de l'herbe, the largest nature park in the Yvelines, with its flora and fauna
The Parc du Peuple de l'herbe at Carrières-sous-Poissy in the Yvelines region, open all year round, offers a fascinating immersion in nature. This 113-hectare park, the largest in the Yvelines region, is home to an impressive diversity of flora and fauna, providing an ideal setting for nature lovers and families in search of discovery. Insects and flowers abound. [Read more]
La Prairiale: Festival of plants, gardens and crafts in Montigny-le-Bretonneux 2025
The 22nd edition of La Prairiale, the plant and garden festival in Montigny-le-Bretonneux, will take place on Saturday April 26 and Sunday April 27, 2025. Exhibitors, craftsmen and local produce await you in the grounds of the Manet farm. [Read more]
The Quasimodo funfair returns to Rambouillet (78)
From April 26, the Quasimodo funfair in Rambouillet opens its doors to young and old alike. [Read more]
The Château de Maisons-Laffitte, a pleasure home with a royal air, in the Yvelines department
In Maisons-Laffitte, in the Yvelines département, the town's château has all the hallmarks of a chateau, yet it was once a "simple" pleasure house! Less than an hour from Paris, it's a beautiful place to discover with family, friends or on your own. [Read more]
Walk: Parc de la Croix du Bois in Voisins-le-Bretonneux, a hidden gem between nature and history
We're off to Voisins-le-Bretonneux in the Yvelines to discover the astonishing Parc de la Croix du Bois. A park hidden away at the edge of the forest, it conceals Italian-inspired treasures. It's a little-known haven of peace that invites you to stroll and discover. [Read more]
Les Polinsons" family-run café opens a new address in Croissy-sur-Seine (78)
After winning over families in La Garenne-Colombes, Les Polinsons continues to offer new family-friendly venues with a new space in Croissy-sur-Seine, in the Yvelines department! [Read more]
You Jump, the huge trampoline park in Elancourt, Yvelines
YOU JUMP PARK, formerly O' JUMP PARK, the 1st trampoline park in the Yvelines region, welcomes you to an area of over 1,500 m2. Come and have fun with yourself or your children. No fewer than 10 different activities await you. From the dunk zone to the freefall, from the slack line to the cube pool, there's plenty of fun to be had. [Read more]
The Bassin de la Boissière, a bucolic promenade open 24 hours a day in Elancourt (78)
In Elancourt, in the Yvelines department, you'll find a lovely pond: the Etang de la Boissière, where it's great to take a stroll in any season, and even more so in autumn! [Read more]
Le Golf National, a unique site in Europe with two 18-hole courses, at Guyancourt (78)
Do you live in the Paris region and love golf? Head for the Golf National, located in the Yvelines region, to take on one of the region's finest 18-hole courses, in a legendary setting that has hosted the Open de France since 2002. [Read more]
Parc Corbière, a green paradise for young and old in Le Pecq (78)
In Le Pecq, in the Yvelines département, Parc Corbière is particularly popular with families and children, but also with joggers, walkers and other curious visitors who come to enjoy a trip to the park to get some fresh air. [Read more]
Feel Jump, the huge trampoline park in Aubergenville (78) for the whole family to discover
In Aubergenville's Family Village shopping center, Feel Jump welcomes you to its huge trampoline zone for a jumping session with family and friends. [Read more]
Monte Cristo in period costume: a playful, theatrical day at Alexandre Dumas's château
The Château de Monte-Cristo takes us back to the 19th century, to enjoy a festive day in period costume in the home of Alexandre Dumas. Join us on Sunday, June 22, 2025 for an unusual stroll! [Read more]
The Viltain Farm, where you can discover the breeding of dairy cows with your family, in Jouy-en-Josas
The Viltain Farm, with its market of local products, its dairy cows and its fields where you can pick your own food, is the ideal place to spend a day in the fresh air and discover the breeding of cows or to make your market of dairy products from the farm. [Read more]
Braderie solidaire ADM in Guyancourt, selling new at knock-down prices as well as second-hand goods (78)
In Guyancourt in the Yvelines, near the Place du Marché, you'll find a solidarity store offering new goods for three times less, as well as second-hand goods for even less. From clothes to crockery, household linen and even cellophane, you'll find it all. For 3 months, until June, a second adjacent store is also offering furniture and other large-volume items. Chairs for €5, shelves and other beds still wrapped at bargain prices, how about that? [Read more]
The Vélodrome National and Stade BMX in Saint-Quentin-en-Yvelines (78), the kingdom of cycling
Since 2014, the town of Saint-Quentin-en-Yvelines has become the place to be for cyclists in the Paris region, with its Vélodrome national and Stade BMX, two modern facilities that host international competitions. [Read more]
The open farm in Sartrouville (78), ideal for a family outing with the animals
Sartrouville, in the Yvelines department, is home to the third Gally farm in the Paris region. After the huge farm in Saint-Cyr l'Ecole and the more urban one in Saint-Denis, discover the open farm in Sartrouville! [Read more]
HAPIK, the climbing and adventure gym in Saint-Quentin-en-Yvelines
Opened in December 2022, HAPIK is the new super fun climbing gym, where you can come and let off steam with your family, your friends for your birthday or your colleagues during a team building session. [Read more]
The Maincourt Trail, a Natural Oasis in the Chevreuse Valley to discover
The Vallée de Chevreuse is home to a natural gem, the Sentier de Maincourt, a stone's throw from the Château de Dampierre. Accessible all year long by families, even with strollers and people with reduced mobility, this jewel offers a beautiful nature walk between fauna and flora, only 40 minutes from Paris. [Read more]
Les Nocturnes Electro 2025 at the Château de Versailles: magical night-time stroll and fireworks display
Once again this year, the Château de Versailles is organizing its Nocturnes Electro. Join us on Saturday, September 20, 2025 for this musical experience, as we invite you to stroll through the groves and fountains of the gardens, which are exceptionally flooded, to the rhythm of an electro DJ soundtrack. Bonus? A fireworks display to round off the evening! [Read more]
A mini golf course amid the animals at Thoiry Zoo (78)
Fancy a game of mini-golf at the zoo? Then head to the Thoiry Zoo Safari, better known simply as the "Thoiry Zoo", in the Yvelines region of France, to discover this unique concept with the whole family, from July 8, 2023. [Read more]
Unusual: spend a morning as a ranger at Thoiry Zoo (78)
Step into the shoes of a ranger at Thoiry Zoo and spend a morning with the zoo's caretakers, preparing food, observing animal care and enjoying an unusual experience. [Read more]
Automobile: discover the Beltoise speed circuit, in Trappes (78) with karting track
In Trappes, the Beltoise circuit offers you the chance to practice motor sports at your leisure, or to take your first trip on a speed circuit. [Read more]
Carnaval de Venise 2025 at the Château de Breteuil: a festive day in costume for the whole family
Château de Breteuil is celebrating! This Sunday, September 14, 2025, the Carnival of Venice takes over the gardens of the estate: come and discover all the richly costumed visitors. [Read more]
Interactive stroll in the forest of Méridon: "Mélida's tale, the spirit of the forest" in the Yvelines department
We're taking you to the Forêt de Chevreuse for a family-friendly stroll through the Forêt de Méridon. Discover two nature trails, accessible via an app or a booklet-game, that plunge you into a fantastic tale or an original forest exploration. A fun experience for the whole family or for adults. [Read more]
Unusual: sleep with the wolves in the Loudges at Thoiry Zoo (78)
A night alone with the wolves, cap or no cap? From June 2024, Thoiry Zoo will be offering you the chance to sleep up close to these fascinating animals and spend a night at the zoo. [Read more]
Vertical'Art, the climbing gym in Saint-Quentin-en-Yvelines doubles in size
Vertical'Art, the new climbing gym and more precisely bouldering gym of Montigny le Bretonneux, doubles its surface! As a reminder, Vertical'Art is the biggest bouldering gym in Yvelines. After a first year full of success, the gym is expanding with more than 30 additional profiles. 1 000 m2 of climbing surface for 2 000m2 of space, there is enough to enjoy. [Read more]
Royal Kids, the indoor playground in Elancourt
Royal Kids Elancourt, the new indoor playground has opened its doors. Rain, shine, snow or shine, come and discover this new playground that will delight your children. [Read more]
The Perfumer's Garden, the garden of the Château de Versailles and the House of Francis Kurkdjian
The park at Versailles is home to a little-known garden: "Le Jardin du Parfumeur". Under the patronage of Francis Kurkdjian, the plot envelops the Trianon estate in an elegant floral fragrance. [Read more]
