Essonne

Le Laboratoire Infesté, the 100% UFO escape game at Secret Jeegs in Draveil

Are you a fan of the Alien saga? You'll love Le Laboratoire Infesté, the creepy room at Secret Jeegs escape game in Draveil, Essonne. Ready to save the Observatory's team of scientists, folks?

Escape game Le Portail at Secret Jeegs: our test of the X-Files escape game

Fans of alien movies, we've found the perfect escape game for you! Head for Secret Jeegs, located in Draveil, Essonne, to discover Le Portail, one of our four escape rooms. This escape game immerses you in a laboratory, where you have to open a space portal and blow up an alien planet... We've tested it, and we'll tell you all about it!

Unusual: take part in a soapbox race at the Domaine de Chamarande (91)

At the Domaine de Chamarande, in the Essonne department of France, it's great to cycle, walk or even hire a boat to tour the beautiful marshes on site. On Saturday, October 5, you can also take part in a festive and unusual soapbox race.

Janvry beach in a charming Essonne village

In summer, Janvry isn't just a typical Hurepoix village in Essonne, it's transformed into an exotic destination thanks to "Janvry Plage". For 25 years now, long before the advent of the "Paris plage" concept, Janvry has been transforming part of its area into a veritable summer paradise, an oasis of happiness in the middle of the countryside, complete with beach and swimming facilities.

Tip: go boating in the bucolic marshes of the Domaine de Chamarande (91)

Come aboard! The Domaine de Chamarande invites you to take a seat aboard one of its boats for a bucolic stroll along the water in the largest public garden in the Essonne department.

100 years of the Linas-Montlhéry Autodrome (91): vintage car parade, car race and entertainment

Since its creation in 1924, the Linas-Montlhéry autodrome has hosted numerous motor races (and with them, many records too): in 2024, the emblematic Essonne motor racing circuit celebrates its 100th anniversary with a brand-new event, on the weekend of October 12 and 13, 2024.

Bastille Day on July 14th in Massy (91): Popular ball and festive entertainment

In Essonne, the town of Massy is getting ready to celebrate the Fête Nationale in a festive way. Discover the program that awaits you this Sunday, July 14, 2024 in the city.

Essonne: where to find the best 2024 butter croissant in the department

Essonne residents and Viennese pastry lovers are invited to Orsay to taste the department's best butter croissant of 2024!

July 14, 2024: fireworks, ball, open-air cinema and picnic at Ris-Orangis (91)

For the Fête Nationale, Ris-Orangis is planning two days of festivities on July 13 and 14, 2024, with entertainment for the whole family. Fireworks, cinema, ball, picnic... Discover the program.

La guinguette de Viry-Châtillon (91): festive evenings, family entertainment and foodtrucks

In Viry-Châtillon, it's time for a summer guinguette: to mark the arrival of summer, a host of events are planned in the Parc Leblanc.

Fête nationale: fireworks, torchlight procession and ball on July 13, 2024 in Les Ulis (91)

Les Ulis celebrates Bastille Day on July 14 with spectacular family events, to be experienced this Saturday, July 13, 2024. Join us in the Essonne department for the traditional fireworks display and popular ball.

The Domaine de Chamarande, Essonne's largest public garden, for a day in the fresh air

The Domaine de Chamarande is one of the most beautiful gardens in Essonne, and only an hour's ride by public transport, or just as much by car. Located in the town whose name it bears, we'll take you on a stroll to discover it.

Foujita's Olympic Ball: Roaring Twenties atmosphere, swing ball and entertainment at the painter's home

On Saturday, July 13, 2024, the Foujita house-atelier is organizing its Grand Bal olympique, an event that takes us back to the Roaring Twenties and relives the emotions of the Olympic ball held in Paris a hundred years ago.

Nuits des Étoiles 2024 at Breuillet stadium (91): sky observation and photo exhibition

On the occasion of Nuits des Étoiles 2024, Breuillet's astronomy club invites you to admire the stars at the town's stadium on the night of August 9, and to discover a photo exhibition.

Demeures de Campagne Parc de Coudray: a green, cocooning escape just 35 minutes from Paris

Located just 35 minutes south of Paris, Demeures de Campagne offers a bucolic getaway in the heart of a 20-hectare wooded estate, the Parc du Coudray. With its elegant spa nestled in a historic château and a wide range of outdoor activities, it's the ideal place for a rejuvenating break close to the capital. Discover the rustic charm of these mansions, the benefits of the Deep Nature treatments on offer and the diversity of sports and wellness activities to be explored on this unique estate. We've tested it, we'll tell you about it

Fête de la Musique 2024: Gospel festival at the 7th Day Adventist Church, Evry, Essonne, France

The Fête de la Musique returns to Évry-Courcouronnes, Essonne, on Friday June 21, 2024 for an eclectic, free musical celebration. And for the occasion, a Gospel festival awaits you in the garden of the 7th Day Adventist Church, for a moment of song and intoxicating melodies until June 22!

Fête de la Musique 2024 in Saintry-sur-Seine (91) with a singer from The Voice

Saintry-sur-Seine's Ecole du Parc is transformed into a vibrant stage for the new Fête de la Musique, to be experienced this Friday, June 21, 2024. With a rich program ranging from amateur groups to a professional rock band, get ready for an electrifying evening. Headlining the show, former The Voice talent Baptiste Defromont will set the stage alight with covers of rock classics from Led Zeppelin to Queen.

The Maison Jean Cocteau in Milly la Forêt, a bucolic interlude between art and history in Essonne

We're off to Essonne, and more precisely to Milly-la-Forêt, to discover the former Maison du Bailli, a place steeped in history that was once the home of Jean Cocteau. Now a museum, the Maison des Illustres is waiting to welcome you.

The Moulin de Dannemois, home of Claude François, can be visited in Essonne

Paris has no shortage of artists who have fled the capital for the countryside: painters, singers, actors and artists have found calm, serenity and fresh air in the Île-de-France region. Near Dannemois, you can discover the home of the singer Claude François.

Magnolia Fever Party: the disco-chic evening at Demeures de Campagne - Parc de Coudray

Got more appetite than a barracuda? Head for Demeures de Campagne - Parc de Coudray to enjoy the Magnolia Fever Party on June 15 and 16, 2024. Featuring a disco-chic atmosphere, a live concert by Charlotte Fever and a frenzied DJ set, it's sure to be a festive and enchanting weekend. Discover our VIP offer with an exclusive visit to the Moulin de Dannemois, former home of Claude François. Ready to party?