Fontainebleau region

And what if you extend the joys of summer in the Fontainebleau area?

In September, there’s no letting go of the pleasures of the sunny season in the Fontainebleau region! A riverside guinguette, a gourmet meal, a cultural discovery, an offbeat experience… Welcome to those who haven’t left yet, and to those who simply want to stretch summer’s pleasures a little longer!

Cycling in the Fontainebleau Area, gentle routes to go green

The easy, scenic network around Fontainebleau connects Fontainebleau, Bois-le-Roi, Barbizon and Samois-sur-Seine with marked forest trails you can explore on foot or by bike all year round. We hopped on our bikes to test them, and here’s what we found.

We checked out this secret Italian spot tucked up against the Château de Fontainebleau, with a terrace and a brunch offering.

Nestled in the inner courtyard of the Hôtel de Cavoye, just a stone’s throw from the Château de Fontainebleau, Gina Trattoria serves hearty Italian fare crafted by Robin Sanchez, with a lovely terrace in a quiet garden and Sunday brunch. We went to check out the place and here’s the full story.

L'Orangerie, Fontainebleau's new guinguette for partying all summer long

The guinguette on the forecourt of Fontainebleau theatre is renewing itself in 2026. Rebranded as L'Orangerie, it opens its arms to visitors through September in Seine-et-Marne with a festive program all summer long. More details to come.

L'Orée des Sablons, the go-to bistronomic restaurant in Fontainebleau, Seine-et-Marne

From Fontainebleau in Seine-et-Marne, L'Orée des Sablons serves creative, locally sourced cuisine from chef Kevin Pernette, in a cosy setting on Rue des Sablons not far from the Château de Fontainebleau. Open since early 2025 and already listed in the Michelin Guide 2026, it’s worth digging in.

Maison Morin, a must-visit spot in Seine-et-Marne, unveils its spring–summer 2026 offerings.

Since 1989, Maison Morin has embodied Barbizon’s artisanal excellence and a passion for taste. Renowned for its refined creations and in-house know-how, Maison Morin keeps reinventing itself to keep surprising its clients.

What religious treasures can you discover in the Pays de Fontainebleau?

Looking for a cultural and spiritual getaway near Paris? The Pays de Fontainebleau (77) reveals its little-known religious treasures through 3 original discovery trails. From the hermitage of Franchard to the churches along the Seine, explore chapels and steeples all year round.

Fontainebleau: an exceptional equestrian destination for horse lovers, good tips

The Pays de Fontainebleau is a land where the horse is king, offering equestrian enthusiasts an array of exceptional activities and locations. From forest rides to international competitions, this destination just 60 km from Paris reveals its equestrian treasures in an unspoilt natural setting.

Horseback riding with Henson Horses in the Fontainebleau forest, we've tried it!

Dreaming of an authentic horseback ride near Paris? We've tested the Espace Equestre Henson in the Fontainebleau forest. This unique equestrian experience with the famous Henson horses awaits you in Seine-et-Marne - 77.

Fontainebleau opens its Maison des Artisans d'Art, a designer boutique and workshop

The Maison des Artisans d'Art will open in Fontainebleau in September 2025, just a stone's throw from the château. Designer boutiques, workshops open to all and rotating exhibitions will soon be bringing life to this new spot dedicated to local crafts.

Valvins-les-Bains: the historic port is reborn in the Fontainebleau region of Seine-et-Marne

Located between Avon and Samois-sur-Seine, the newly renovated port of Valvins-les-Bains is a new tourist gateway in the heart of the Pays de Fontainebleau in Seine-et-Marne (77). With its modern pontoons, cultural panels and strolls along the banks of the Seine, this charming site will be welcoming visitors from summer 2025.

La Buvette de Samoreau: the must-visit guinguette on the banks of the Seine

In Samoreau, in the Pays de Fontainebleau in Seine-et-Marne, La Buvette is that guinguette spot on the banks of the Seine where you can stroll all summer long. With its festive atmosphere, homemade cuisine, music and easygoing atmosphere, it's a great place to discover all summer long.

The Musée Mallarmé in Vulaines-sur-Seine (77), an enriched tour to discover as soon as possible

In Vulaines-sur-Seine, the Musée Stéphane Mallarmé celebrates its temporary reopening with an exceptional temporary exhibition, on view until July 14, 2025. Nestling on the banks of the Seine, this literary house-museum offers an immersion into the world of the Symbolist poet, between history, nature and art, before closing its doors for an indefinite period. A poetic interlude to be discovered without delay in the Fontainebleau region of Seine-et-Marne.

La Folie Barbizon, the hotel and restaurant reborn between art and nature

In Barbizon, the legendary painters' village on the edge of the Fontainebleau forest in Seine-et-Marne, La Folie Barbizon is reborn with panache. A hotel, an artistic residence and a locavore restaurant, this unique hybrid place weaves a subtle link between past and present. We set out to discover this unique place where each room, linked to an artist, now tells its own story.