Idea for a trip in yvelines

This Yvelines Christmas Market offers a pyrotechnic drone show, ice rink, and free rides.

The Élancourt Christmas Village returns from December 5 to 7, 2025, at the Guy Boniface sports park in the Yvelines. On the program: free drone and fireworks show, 200 m² ice rink, traditional chalets, and festive entertainment for the whole family. We'll tell you everything...

Paris-Versailles-Mantes walk 2026, registration now open for the night hike

Registration for the 89th edition of the Paris-Versailles-Mantes walk has been open since December 3, 2025, in the Yvelines. Join us on the night of January 24-25, 2026, for this legendary night hike between Versailles and Mantes-la-Jolie, with four routes ranging from 12 to 52 km.

Free castles, museums, and monuments in Yvelines, Sunday, December 7, 2025, the first Sunday of the month

On the first Sunday of the month, many monuments, castles, museums, and historic sites in the Yvelines are open to the public free of charge. But this is not the case for all of them throughout the year. To help you find your way around, here is a list of cultural sites in the 78 to visit this Sunday, December 7, 2025.

This Yvelines Christmas Market offers a magical journey, a carousel, and free wine and hot chocolate.

The Saint-Rémy-lès-Chevreuse Christmas market immerses us in the festive atmosphere of the Yvelines on November 29 and 30, 2025. On the program: local artisans, magical shows, free wine and hot chocolate, activities for children, and delicacies to enjoy on site.

A big medieval festival in the Yvelines this Saturday: craft market, shows, and entertainment

If you're looking for a great idea for a free and original outing in the Yvelines, Mantes-la-Jolie will be transformed into a medieval city on Saturday, November 22, 2025. For the 575th Onion Fair, the city center will offer entertainment, shows, and period craftsmen.

Salon des Créateurs in L'Étang-la-Ville, the Yvelines Christmas market with free admission

Around twenty local exhibitors will be taking over the Espace Auberderie in L'Étang-la-Ville for the 14th edition of the Salon des Créateurs on November 15 and 16, 2025, the perfect craft fair for finding Christmas gifts.

Lueurs de Mantes: return of the free light trail in the heart of the Yvelines 2026

Mantes-la-Jolie is shining brightly again this winter with the third edition of Lueurs de Mantes in the Yvelines. This free light show is back in a smaller format from Thursday, January 15, to Sunday, February 1, 2026, with a drone show to kick things off. Here's a rundown of the details.

Moon Festival at Jardin Yili: Chinese celebration in Yvelines

Jardin Yili in Saint-Rémy-l'Honoré celebrates the Moon Festival this Sunday, October 5, 2025, with storytelling, Taichi, tea ceremony and traditional cake tasting. Free entertainment included with garden admission.

Germinations, the new free arts festival that transforms a Yvelines village

GERMINATIONS is the name of the first ecological arts festival to transform Raizeux (Yvelines) into an open-air gallery. 24 French and international artists will take over 4 sites in the village from September 13 to 28, 2025, all with free access.

Fête de la Saint-Gilles this weekend in Rochefort-en-Yvelines

The Fête de la Saint-Gilles 2025 awaits you in Rochefort-en-Yvelines this weekend of September 6 and 7, 2025. This village tradition takes place in the Yvelines region, with entertainment and a convivial meal on the Place des Halles this year.

La Nuit des Jardins at Château de Dampierre (78): three evenings of enchanting nocturnal events in the gardens

After more than two centuries, the formal gardens of Dampierre are reborn, revealing their splendor in a new light. The Château de Dampierre-en-Yvelines opens its alleys for La Nuit des Jardins, a night of gourmet festivities and magical enchantment.

Guinguette 1124, the ephemeral terrace in the heart of the château grounds at Saint-Germain-en-Laye (78)

Under the century-old trees of the Château de Saint-Germain-en-Laye estate (78), summer takes center stage at Guinguette 1124. An ephemeral terrace in the guinguette spirit, with a royal setting, a chill atmosphere and a breathtaking view over the immense park. What's on the menu? Handcrafted ice creams, golden crêpes, sparkling rosé and a cool game of pétanque.

La Guinguette de Villennes (78): XXL terrace, restaurant-bar and musical evenings on the banks of the Seine

Want to cast off without leaving the Paris region? When the weather's fine, head for La Guinguette de Villennes, a bucolic gem on the banks of the Seine. Until October 19, 2025, this Yvelinoise (78) address will offer its three terraces - restaurant, bar and lounge - with cocktails, planks to share and themed evenings to enjoy summer with your feet (almost) in the water.

Base de Loisirs des Étangs de Hollande, the beach and free swimming in Yvelines

Discover the wonders of the Base de Loisirs des Étangs de Hollande in Les Bréviaires, in the heart of the Rambouillet forest. Fancy a beach and a swim in the green? Head for the Yvelines to sunbathe and relax in the heart of nature, in a completely renovated and redesigned base. Free swimming and an inflatable aquatic course now await you.

The Chapelle Royale opens to visitors this summer at the Château de Versailles

This summer 2025, the Château de Versailles in the Yvelines is offering an exceptional opening of the Chapelle Royale to the public from July 8 to September 30. This is an opportunity to admire the nave, painted ceiling and stone marquetry, which are usually invisible to the public. Throughout the summer, the tour is also enriched by sites linked to the Third Republic and immersive experiences in the gardens.

Wam Park Rambouillet water park: activities and free swimming in Yvelines

We're off to discover the Étangs de Hollande leisure park, which is getting a facelift. Not only is access free, but a new inflatable water park, Water Games, has also been installed. Pedalos, canoes, paddles and fine sand also await you. All of which promises a lively summer swimming season.

Les rendez-vous de la Madeleine 2025, free medieval events at Château de la Madeleine

Les rendez-vous de la Madeleine 2025 are coming to Chevreuse with free shows, historical re-enactments and medieval entertainment every weekend from May 18 to September 28, 2025 at the Château de la Madeleine. Discover the not-to-be-missed program.

Saint-Cyr-l'École 2025 festival: skydiving, hot-air ballooning and fireworks in Yvelines

In Saint-Cyr-l'École (Yvelines), on June 13 and 14, 2025, the town celebrates its aeronautical history with an exceptional festival. Hot-air ballooning, skydiving, fireworks, concerts and free entertainment await young and old alike.

Fête de la Nature at the Arboretum de Chevreloup 2025, free events in Yvelines

The Fête de la Nature awaits you from May 24 to 26, 2025 at the Arboretum de Versailles-Chèvreloup, with an attractive free program! It's time to make the most of it!

Yvelines Marchés de Producteurs, the springtime rendezvous for local produce

The Yvelines is celebrating its local producers with a series of festive markets from May 17 to June 28 2025 in five communes across the département. These events highlight the region's short circuits, local produce and crafts, offering visitors a convivial immersion in local riches.