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Heritage Days 2025: exceptional tours of the Manufacture de Chocolat Alain Ducasse in Paris

In Paris, the Manufacture de Chocolat Alain Ducasse (Grands Champs, 20th arrondissement) is taking part in the Journées du Patrimoine 2025 on September 20 and 21. To mark the occasion, the factory is opening its doors to the curious and to chocoholics! On the program: exceptional tours that plunge you into the heart of a gourmet craft!

Heritage Days 2025 at Parc aux Étoiles (78), the program

Fancy a weekend that takes off into infinity and beyond? On September 20 and 21, 2025, the European Heritage Days open their doors wide to museums, institutions and unexpected spots. Among them, the Parc aux Étoiles in Triel-sur-Seine (78) invites you to plunge, free of charge, into a captivating cosmic universe - reservations required to get on board!

Heritage Days 2025: Guided tour of the astonishing Cyclop in Milly-la-Forêt (91)

During the Journées du Patrimoine 2025, you'll discover a whole host of interesting sights in the Ile-de-France region, including Essonne, where Cyclop, a huge sculpture by Jean Tinguely and Nikki de Saint Phalle, lies hidden in the heart of the Milly forest.

Journées du Patrimoine 2025 at the Potager du Dauphin in Meudon (92), the program

This autumn, we're pulling out all the stops to celebrate heritage in XXL format! On September 20 and 21, 2025, the Journées Européennes du Patrimoine (European Heritage Days) open wide the doors to mythical sites... and more secret nuggets. In Meudon, the Potager du Dauphin is growing its royal past and showcasing excellent craftsmanship in the open air.

Heritage Days 2025 at the Dacha - Ivan Turgenev Museum, the program

The Journées Européennes du Patrimoine 2025 is your ticket to the past, on September 20 and 21. Head for the Yvelines, for a bucolic getaway at La Datcha - musée Ivan Tourguéniev, a charming Swiss-Russian chalet tucked away in the heart of the Bougival woods. An opportunity to follow in the writer's footsteps, between nature, culture and old-fashioned charm.

Heritage Days 2025 at the Tour Trajane (91): discover Méréville's ancient column

Did you know that a Roman monument overlooks Essonne? Take advantage of the Heritage Days on September 20 and 21, 2025 to discover the Tour Trajane, a curiosity in the town of Méréville! Here's everything you need to know for this year's event!

Heritage Days 2025 at the Pina Bausch Conservatory in Montreuil, the program

The Journées Européennes du Patrimoine 2025 (European Heritage Days 2025) take place on September 20 and 21, with their share of surprises... and hidden treasures! Head for Montreuil (93) to push open the doors of the Conservatoire Pina Bausch, a freshly refurbished seventies metal icon. An arty nugget to be explored without moderation!

Heritage Days 2025 at the SINGER factories (78), the famous sewing machines: the program

The European Heritage Days are back on September 20 and 21, 2025, and once again this year, you're in for a real treat! Between hidden gems, emblematic sites and original tours, all 100% free of charge, it's hard to resist. In the Yvelines region of France, the Singer factories in Bonnières-sur-Seine will be opening their doors to visitors, revealing a legendary industrial heritage.

Heritage Days 2025 at the Musée de la Contrefaçon, the program

On September 20 and 21, 2025, head for the European Heritage Days for a free trip to some unusual places. And in Paris, you won't want to miss the Musée de la Contrefaçon, an unusual spot where the real and the fake come face-to-face - ideal for sharpening your eye and outsmarting the traps!

Journées du Patrimoine 2025: take a behind-the-scenes look at the future stations of the Grand Paris Express

The European Heritage Days are back this weekend. To mark the occasion, 13 future stations of the Grand Paris Express will be opening their doors to the public free of charge. Join us this Saturday, September 20, 2025, to visit the construction sites of the Clamart station, the Châtillon - Montrouge station and the Massy - Palaiseau station. Here's everything you need to know.

Heritage Days 2025: discover the conical air-raid shelter at Villenoy (77)

Would you like to discover a nationally unique monument in the Seine-et-Marne region? The famous Villenoy conical air-raid shelter is opening its doors to you this September 20, as part of the 2025 Heritage Days!

Heritage Days 2025 at Domaine de la Bouche du Roi (78), the program

Ready to toast your heritage? The Journées Européennes du Patrimoine 2025 (European Heritage Days 2025) offer a weekend of culture and wine on September 20 and 21. Head for the Domaine de La Bouche du Roi in the Yvelines, for a trip through rows of vines, historical accounts and tasty sips!

Heritage Days 2025: creative workshops and concert at the Musée de la Toile de Jouy (78)

In honor of the Journées du Patrimoine 2025, on September 20 and 21, the Musée de la Toile de Jouy is opening its doors to the curious, with many free events on the program, in the Yvelines region.

Heritage Days 2025 at the Maison-atelier of the sculptor Philolaos (78), the program

Set course for Saint-Rémy-lès-Chevreuse (78), on September 20 and 21, 2025, for the 42nd edition of the Journées du Patrimoine! On the program: the secret house-workshop of the sculptor Philolaos, a construction where total art flirts with wild nature. Please note: this nugget requires a free reservation!

Journées du Patrimoine 2025 at the archaeological reserves of the City of Paris, the program

Ready to dig into history? For their 42nd edition, the Journées du Patrimoine are back in the Île-de-France region with a rare visit: the City of Paris' archaeological reserves open their doors to the public on Friday, September 19, 2025 (by reservation only). A unique dive into the well-kept secrets of the Parisian underground!

Journées du Patrimoine 2025: take a behind-the-scenes look at the Hôtel des ventes Drouot in Paris

Intrigued by the famous Hôtel des ventes Drouot? Take advantage of the Journées du Patrimoine, on September 20 and 21, 2025, to find out more about this Parisian institution.

Heritage Day 2025 at L'Abominable, site of the former Éclair laboratories in Épinay-sur-Seine

Are you a film fan? Take advantage of the Journées du Patrimoine, on Sunday September 21, 2025, to visit the shared L'Abominable film laboratory, housed in the former Éclair laboratories, in Épinay-sur-Seine (93).

Heritage Days 2025 at the Rambolitrain Museum: visit and train ride

Have you heard of Rambolitrain? This unusual model train museum will be opening its doors on September 20 and 21, 2025, to coincide with the Journées du Patrimoine (Heritage Days). With family or friends, come and discover this fun place and its fascinating collections, free of charge.

Journées du Patrimoine 2025 at the Maison Gainsbourg in Paris: the program

The Journées du Patrimoine (Heritage Days) at the Maison Gainsbourg offer a special program for the weekend of September 20 and 21, 2025. From Serge Gainsbourg's historic home to the museum dedicated to him, this is your chance to immerse yourself in the world of this seminal French artist.

Journées du Patrimoine 2025 in Paris: exceptional opening of Fondation Singer Polignac, the beautiful 16th-century town house

On the occasion of the Journées du Patrimoine 2025, September 20 and 21, discover the sumptuous salons of the Fondation Singer-Polignac, usually closed to visitors. It's the perfect opportunity to discover this mysterious mansion in the heart of Paris's 16th arrondissement.