Île de france - activities

Pentecost weekend: 10 great exhibitions to discover in Paris on May 18, 19 and 20, 2024

What are we doing this Pentecost weekend in Paris, this Saturday 18, Sunday 19 and Monday 20 May 2024? Easy: we're taking advantage of this long weekend to discover the most beautiful exhibitions of the moment. Here's a small selection of things to do this Pentecost weekend.

Rosa Bonheur à l'Ouest, the festive barge on the Quays of Asnières-sur-Seine (92)

Rosa à l'Ouest, Rosa Bonheur's signature guinguette, is back after a short closure for renovations in winter 2024, with its usual festive, family-friendly program from Thursday to Sunday, every week!

International Forest Day 2024: free guided tours of the Fontainebleau forest

Go green for International Forest Day and (re)discover the rich biodiversity of the Fontainebleau forest during free guided tours on Saturday March 16 and Sunday March 17, 2024.

Snow in Paris and the Ile-de-France region, when snow takes Essonne and Yvelines by surprise

With temperatures plummeting, snow made a comeback in Paris and the Île-de-France region on Monday evening (January 8) and Tuesday morning. See photos of Paris under the snow. Météo France is reporting heavier-than-expected snowfall, with icy patches on the roads in the south-west of the Île-de-France region. The departments of Essonne and Yvelines have been placed under vigilance orange, and Val-d'Oise under vigilance jaune.

Ile-de-France is the country's most populous region, but Paris continues to lose inhabitants

12.3 million inhabitants. That's how many people live in the Île-de-France region, according to the latest census, making it France's most densely populated region. The capital, however, continues to lose inhabitants!

Shopping centers and stores open this November 1, 2023 in Paris and Ile-de-France, opening hours

Wednesday, November 1, 2023, is a holiday... Let's take advantage of the holiday to sort out our wardrobes and complete our winter wardrobes, with a shopping spree in the many stores and malls that are still open!

Where can you play badminton in Paris and the Ile-de-France region?

Discover the joys of badminton, the "tennis of the sky", a fast-growing sport in Paris! Combining physical training and concentration, badminton is becoming increasingly popular with Parisians. From the sport's rich heritage to its current popularity in the Paris region, delve into the world of badminton and find out where you can hone your skills in FFBaD-affiliated clubs!

Rugby World Cup 2023: base camps in Versailles, Croissy-sur-Seine and Rueil-Malmaison

Three base camps for the 2023 Rugby World Cup teams have been set up in the Paris Region: Wales in Versailles, Tonga in Croissy-sur-Seine and France in Rueil-Malmaison.

French Flower Day: bouquet hunt and free events in the Paris region

To celebrate French, local and seasonal flowers, on September 17, 2023 we're inviting you to take part in a series of events and bouquet hunts across the country, with local horticulturists and florists.

Where can you practice modern pentathlon, the 5-sport discipline, in Paris and the Ile-de-France region?

Not sure which sport to choose? Then try the modern pentathlon, which offers five sports in one, including riding, swimming, shooting, fencing and running! The region and its clubs welcome you to learn how.

Inflation: ranking of départements by food prices in Paris Region

While inflation recedes slightly, food prices continue to climb, reaching +13.4% in July 2023 ... The price index by department, compiled by France Info and NielsenIQ, paints a picture of a complex and varied economic reality across the country. Notable disparities are already visible in the Île-de-France region, where the cost of food is the highest, with Paris leading the way. So, where does your département rank among the most and least expensive in Île-de-France?

The 8 must-try running races to challenge yourself in 2023

Come on, summer's over, let's get back to work and back to running to get back into shape! There's no shortage of sporting activities in the region, and many events have already been announced to challenge you!

Environment: 20,000 euros in aid for rainwater harvesting in the Paris region

Rainwater harvesting is as good for the environment as it is for your wallet! To encourage this behavior, the Île-de-France region is offering a subsidy of up to 20,000 euros if you buy one.

Heritage Days 2023 in Beaumont-sur-Oise (95)

Discover Beaumont-sur-Oise during the Journées du Patrimoine 2023! On September 16 and 17, take a memorable journey through history and exceptional architecture. Let yourself be seduced by its hidden treasures and enchanting events!

Île-de-France: a photoluminescent bike path that glows in the dark in Essonne

Night-time cyclists are in for a treat: a new glow-in-the-dark cycle path has just been opened in Essonne! For added safety, photoluminescent road markings have been installed between Pussay and Angerville.

Bison Futé forecasts a difficult July 14, 2023 weekend - get organized!

Bison Futé forecasts heavy traffic on France's roads for the weekend of July 13 to 16, 2023. Here are its recommendations for best navigation during this second wave of vacation departures.

Shopping centers in Paris and the Île-de-France region open on July 14, 2023

Did you really think that shopping centers were closed on Friday, July 14, 2023? Well no, even on public holidays you can enjoy the stores! And because no one thinks about it, we're free to take advantage of all the bargains!

July 14, 2023: fireworks, ball and Republican picnic at Ris-Orangis (91)

The town of Ris-Orangis is planning two days of festivities to celebrate its national holiday, with entertainment for all the family. Fireworks, cinema, ball, picnic... Discover the program.

New 250-euro energy cheque for residents of Ile-de-France: applications now open

Following on from the government's energy voucher scheme, the Île-de-France region has also decided to contribute with a 250-euro "energy boost" for several thousand households. Find out if you're eligible.

July 14: fireworks, ball and military parade on July 13, 2023 in Saint-Germain-en-Laye (78)

The traditional fête nationale will be celebrated on Thursday July 13, 2023 at the Domaine national de Saint-Germain-en-Laye. A military parade, a ball and fireworks are planned, to the delight of local residents.