Culture

Les bûches de Noël de Jeffrey Cagnes 2024 - photos - A7C6435

History of French pastries: everything you need to know about the Yule log, the star of Christmas Eve celebrations

With chestnuts, chocolate, fruit, ice cream or rolled, small or large: the Yule log is the ultimate holiday dessert! But where does it come from, and what is its history? Let us tell you.

La Sainte-Chapelle et ses 1113 vitraux, un véritable joyau gothique à Paris

Contes et Histoires 2025: family tours to discover the secrets of Sainte-Chapelle

In Paris, the Christmas holidays are synonymous with discovery: the Sainte-Chapelle invites us to join them on December 20 and 21, 2025, for the latest edition of Contes et Histoires (Tales and Stories). On the program: fascinating tours through the heart of the monument!

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Colors Festival 2025: last days of the street art exhibition in Dia de los Muertos mode

The Colors Festival, under the artistic direction of Farid Rueda, is in its final days until November 2, 2025. And it is under the theme of Halloween, and more specifically Dia de los Muertos, that the festival welcomes you for this final extension. In a colorful and joyful atmosphere, by candlelight, we celebrate All Saints' Day in this house taken over by street artists.

Contes et Histoires 2025 in Paris: tours, workshops, and Christmas shows for the whole family at the Hôtel de la Marine

Once again this year, the Hôtel de la Marine is participating in the Contes et Histoires event. From December 19, 2025, to January 4, 2026, the monument will be hosting a range of family activities during the Christmas holidays.

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Contes et Histoires 2025: a mysterious theatrical tour at the Maison des Jardies

For the 2025 Christmas holidays, the Maison de Jardies, located in Sèvres (92), is offering original tours for the whole family from January 2 to 4, 2026, as part of the Contes et Histoires event organized by Monuments Nationaux. Reserve your spots now.

Éphéméride du 22 août à Paris : Le vol de la Joconde au Musée du Louvre

The theft of the Mona Lisa from the Louvre Museum in 1911: here's the story

On August 22, 1911, Leonardo da Vinci's Mona Lisa disappeared from the Musée du Louvre, under the noses of the guards. It was a shock. It would be another two years before Mona Lisa's smile could be seen again in sunny Florence.

Versailles culturellement : interview du maire François de Mazières entre théâtre et patrimoine

Versailles beyond the château: festivals, gardens and the art of living as told by its mayor

From Molière to contemporary festivals, via the city's hidden secrets: what if there was more to Versailles than its château? In an exclusive interview, François de Mazières reveals the cultural treasures, gardens and festivals that make the heart of the royal city beat faster.

Musée Bourdelle rénové - atelier de sculpture

The Musée Bourdelle, a free museum-workshop dedicated to the sculptor in Paris

The Musée Bourdelle, dedicated to the famous sculptor, awaits you in the 15th arrondissement, with an itinerary designed for adults and children alike. As an added bonus, there's a café-restaurant perfect for prolonging the visit.

Éphéméride : Ça s'est passé un 19 août, la Libération de Paris

Ephemeris of August 19 in Paris: The Liberation of Paris, we tell you about it

From August 19 to 25, 1944, Paris was finally liberated from German occupation. It was the triumph of the Allies and fighting France, and the establishment of General de Gaulle as leader of a liberated and victorious France.

Éphéméride : Ça s'est passé un 15 août à Paris

August 15 ephemeris: Laying the foundation stone for the Arc de Triomphe in Paris

On August 15, 1806, the foundation stone was laid for the Arc de Triomphe, built by order of Napoleon 1st to commemorate the victories of the French armies. We tell you the story of the moment that saw the birth of one of the symbols of Paris.

Do you know which Île-de-France town Paris-Brest comes from?

A gourmet creation par excellence, today the Paris-Brest can be found in most French bakeries and pastry shops. We tell you more about the history of this cake.

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Festival Regard Neuf 2025: a free ticket to shows all over the 93 region

From June 13 to 22, the Regard Neuf festival celebrates its 4th edition with a host of shows and events in many towns across the département.

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The Musée Albert-Kahn and its garden, an exceptional green setting at the gateway to Paris

The Musée Albert Kahn, with its sublime gardens, is a must-see. Imagined as a scenic garden, this 4-hectare space features a magnificent Japanese garden and village, an English garden, a French garden and forests and meadows. A complete change of scenery.

Le Grand Rex: the world's largest cinema

Its starry vault, its atypically decorated facade, its grandeur... You've got a thousand and one reasons to visit the Grand Rex! In fact, it's the world's largest cinema, with a grand auditorium seating 2,702 people.

Vaux-le-Vicomte en lumières pour Noël : fêtez les 400 ans de Jean de la Fontaine

Easter vacations 2025: entertainment and costumed tours at Château de Vaux-le-Vicomte (77)

The Château de Vaux-le-Vicomte will be hosting a wide range of events from April 12 to 26, 2025. On the program for this spring break? Costumed tours, workshops and a treasure hunt!

Paris: Maison des cultures urbaines to open at La Villette in 2025

The French Minister of Culture, Rachida Dati, announced on Tuesday the creation of "Freestyle Villette - Maison des cultures urbaines", a 1,000 m² space dedicated to hip-hop and urban cultures. Located in the fully renovated former Pavillon Villette, the venue will open its doors in autumn 2025, in the 19th arrondissement of Paris.

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