Chateau de fontainebleau - activities

11 free castles around Paris to visit this Sunday, November 3, 2024, 1st Sunday of the month

On the first Sunday of the month, certain monuments, and in particular châteaux, open their doors to us for a free visit. How about taking advantage of this Sunday, November 3, 2024, to treat yourself to one of the sublime châteaux of our Ile-de-France heritage? Don't forget, some of them require free advance reservations, so be sure to check and prepare your visits in advance.

Discover the Oudry, Peintre de courre exhibition at the Château de Fontainebleau

From October 13, 2024 to January 27, 2025, the Château de Fontainebleau presents an exceptional exhibition on Jean-Baptiste Oudry, the famous painter of Louis XV's royal hunts. This retrospective showcases his preparatory cartoons and resulting tapestries, as well as objets d'art illustrating the king's passion for hunting. We take you on a journey of discovery through this exhibition of exceptional, restored works.

Impérial Chocolat 2024: the gourmet show at the Château de Fontainebleau (77)

The Château de Fontainebleau will be transformed into a chocolate temple from November 9 to 11, 2024! The Salon Impérial Chocolat invites gourmets and chocolate lovers on an unforgettable journey of taste.

Autumn outings in the Fontainebleau region!

Autumn, its colors, its walks, its gourmet moments... Come and enjoy it with your family in the Pays de Fontainebleau from October 19 onwards! The destination offers a wealth of activities, discoveries and gourmet pleasures to make you feel at one with the season, between nature, culture and gastronomy! Less than an hour from Paris by train, it's the perfect vacation destination.

Heritage Days 2024 at the Château de Fontainebleau (77): program of events

The Château de Fontainebleau is taking part in the Journées du Patrimoine 2024, on September 21 and 22. We reveal the program for this magnificent Seine-et-Marne château.

All Saints' Day vacation 2024: family activities at the Château de Fontainebleau (77)

The Château de Fontainebleau is putting the spotlight on families during the All Saints' Day vacation 2024. From October 19 to November 3, take a trip to this castle steeped in history, where children can enjoy a wide range of activities and delightful outings!

Monument préféré des Français 2024: which 14 sites are in the running?

Wondering which will be the French people's favorite monument of 2024? The "Le Monument préféré des Français" competition returns to France 3 on the occasion of the European Heritage Days, this Wednesday, September 18, 2024. In the meantime, discover the list of 14 candidates and which monument represents the Île-de-France region!

The Château de Fontainebleau, Napoleon III and Eugenie in a Second Empire tour

The Château de Fontainebleau is commemorating the 150th anniversary of Napoleon III's death with a discovery tour of the Second Empire period. It's a time for new discoveries, including an exhibition of period costumes.

Une nuit d'été à la cour, exceptional nocturnes at the Château de Fontainebleau

This summer, the Château de Fontainebleau is offering exceptional nocturnal tours of the monument. Visit us from July 11 to August 15, from August 17 to August 24 and from August 29 to September 7, 2024 to enjoy this unusual experience.

This summer, explore the Pays de Fontainebleau with family and friends!

With this in mind, Fontainebleau Tourisme invites you to discover our first selection of events. Get together with your loved ones to try out new experiences, fill up on good cheer, share a convivial meal and create memories together!

Olympic Games Paris 2024: Olympic Torch Relay in Seine-et-Marne - Cities, dates, timetables and events

The Paris 2024 Olympic Games are coming! Seine-et-Marne (77) is getting ready to welcome the Olympic flame this Saturday, July 20, 2024, for a festive day packed with entertainment and cultural discoveries. Between historical heritage and natural sites, discover the torch's route, which highlights the treasures of this département.

Nuit des Musées 2024 at the Château de Fontainebleau (77): night-time festival & free tours

Museum Night is back in Paris and the Île-de-France region. The Château de Fontainebleau will be unveiling its secrets during a free nocturnal open house. Join us on Saturday, May 18, 2024 for a night out of time!

France's favourite monument 2024: which one will represent the Île-de-France region?

Which will be the French people's favorite monument this year? The answer will be revealed in a few months' time at the 41st European Heritage Days. In the meantime, Parisians are invited to vote for the monument that will represent the Île-de-France region. So, which monuments are in the running? Let's find out!

A weekend of historical re-enactment at the Château de Fontainebleau 2024, a journey through time

Every year, the Château de Fontainebleau brings Napoleon 1ᵉʳ and Marie-Louise back to life during a weekend of historical re-enactment to celebrate the 210th anniversary of Napoleon Iᵉʳ's abdication. On Saturday, April 20 and Sunday, April 21, 2024, nearly 250 history buffs will take us back to the life of Napoleon's court, with a host of events in the gardens and within the château. Journey back to 1810!

Unusual: we tested a hot-air balloon flight in Fontainebleau over the Ile-de-France region - promo

How about a breathtaking view over Fontainebleau? We're off to try out hot-air ballooning over the Île-de-France region, a magical experience we'd like to share with you.

L'Aigle Noir, Fontainebleau's historic hotel for a royal stay

One fine day, or maybe just one night... you'll discover l'Aigle Noir, this historic hotel ideally located in the town center, in front of the Château de Fontainebleau. We'll take you on a tour of this luxurious bed and breakfast, less than an hour from Paris, for a weekend or a rejuvenating break.

A romantic weekend or getaway in Fontainebleau, the best ideas

Discover Fontainebleau and its surroundings, a romantic setting with its castle and forest. An ideal weekend, less than an hour from Paris, combining culture and nature.

The free Arbor&Sens walking trail in the Fontainebleau forest, the Franchard Arboretum

Arbor&Sens is the name of this free, easy-to-use walking trail in the Fontainebleau forest, near the Château. Free, accessible to all and educational, this walk takes us on a discovery of tree species, their origins and their uses.

Rendez-vous aux Jardins 2024 at the Château de Fontainebleau (77): the program

The Château de Fontainebleau invites you to discover its magnificent gardens from May 31 to June 2, 2024, on the occasion of Rendez-vous aux Jardins, an event combining art, nature and heritage. Discover the program!

Empreinte, the gourmet restaurant at the Hôtel Napoléon in Fontainebleau

Just a stone's throw from the Château de Fontainebleau, the newly-opened Hôtel Napoléon unveils "Empreinte", its gourmet restaurant, with head chef Romain Fabry at the helm. We take you there...