Maisons laffitte

Christmas 2025 in Maisons-Laffitte (78): Christmas market, miniature train, entertainment, and toboggan run

In December, Maisons-Laffitte becomes the headquarters of Christmas magic with a host of activities to delight the whole family: face painting, balloon sculptors, ponies, a marching band, a miniature train, and a chance to meet Santa Claus. And, starting this weekend on December 6 and 7, the Handcrafted Christmas Market will set up its designer chalets for festive and 100% local shopping.

The 2025 Christmas Market at the Château de Maisons-Laffitte (78): artisans, horse-drawn carriages, workshops, and choir

The festive season is coming to the Château de Maisons Laffitte in style, transforming it into a veritable Christmas kingdom on December 13 and 14, 2025. For its second edition, the monument is unveiling its Christmas Market, combining crafts, entertainment, and traditions. A bright interlude to enjoy with family or friends, in the heart of a majestic estate in the Yvelines!

The Count of Artois, prince and patron of the arts: the exhibition at the Château de Maisons-Laffitte - our photos

Discover the exhibition "Le Comte d'Artois, prince et mécène" at the Château de Maisons-Laffitte, from November 14, 2025 to March 2, 2026. More than 120 works from the Château de Versailles and prestigious collections reveal the youth of the future Charles X.

Contes et Histoires 2025 at the Château de Maisons: royal entertainment in Maisons-Laffitte

The Château de Maisons in Maisons-Laffitte is offering workshops and fun activities during this new edition of Contes et Histoires, running from December 20, 2025, to January 4, 2026. This program is sure to delight families during the Christmas holidays in the Yvelines!

Halloween 2025: a giant werewolf at Château de Maisons, Maisons Laffitte (78)

This year, Halloween takes on a whole new dimension with a giant werewolf at the Château de Maisons in Maisons-Laffitte! From October 31st to November 2nd, head for the castle in the Yvelines region (78) for a nocturnal adventure full of mystery and thrills, in a setting as historic as it is intriguing. Will you dare to unmask the criminals lurking in the night?

The Caves du Nord in Maisons-Laffitte (78), once frequented by Louis XIV, finally open to the public

Maisons-Laffitte's Caves du Nord, a listed historic monument designed by François Mansart, is about to reopen after centuries of silence. Witness to the royal hunts of Louis XIV and recently restored after years of work, they offer a plunge into the heart of Maisons-Laffitte's history. During the Journées du Patrimoine 2025, the public will be able to discover these hidden treasures on Sunday, September 21.

Everyone on the track! Maisons-Laffitte (78): ponies, horse-drawn carriages and free equestrian shows at the château

Ponies, horse-drawn carriage tours, equestrian shows... Maisons-Laffitte looks forward to seeing you on Sunday, September 14, 2025, for a festive day dedicated entirely to the world of horses! For the second edition of "Tous en Piste!", the Château de Maisons is transformed into a must-see venue for all horse enthusiasts, with free events and activities for the whole family.

Maisons-Laffitte aquatic center (78): swimming pools, wellness and fitness area

Maisons-Laffitte's aquatic center welcomes you all year round: for a swimming session, a sports class or just to relax in the wellness area.

Hippodrome de Maisons-Laffitte (78) reopens: pony races and free events

Maisons-Laffitte takes the reins again! After a six-year hiatus, the largest racecourse in the Île-de-France region reopens its gates for a festive gallop on the occasion of "Fête Vos Jeux", on September 14, 2025. On the Manson straight, pony races await young and old alike, as they (re)discover the Cité du Cheval between competitions, events and age-old equestrian traditions.

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.

Journées du Patrimoine 2025: events and free concert at Château de Maisons-Laffitte (78)

On the occasion of the Journées du Patrimoine, come and discover the magnificent Château de Maisons-Laffitte, built for King Louis XIV, on Saturday 20th and Sunday 21st September 2025, in the Yvelines department! A great opportunity to discover this treasure of Ile-de-France heritage!

Fête de la Lavande 2025: cruises on the Seine, pony rides and free workshops in the 78 region

The SIAAP Lavender Festival celebrates its 23rd anniversary this Saturday, June 28, 2025! Join this festive family event on the Seine Aval Achères/Maisons-Laffitte site. On the program: pony rides, workshops, food-trucks, cruises on the Seine and lots of other surprises!

Maisons-Laffitte Jazz Festival 2025: Cimafunk, Youn Sun Nah, Anne Sila ... here's the program

The Maisons-Laffitte Jazz Festival is back this summer to delight jazz music fans! Join us from Friday June 20 to Sunday June 29, 2025, for live performances by famous artists such as Cimafunk, Angelo Debarre, Anne Sila, Youn Sun Nah & Bojan Z and Emile Londonien!

Arts 2025 picnic at Château de Maisons: a musical and arty evening in Maisons-Laffitte (78)

The Pique-nique des Arts 2025 takes place on Saturday June 14th in the park of the Château de Maisons, Maisons-Laffitte (78), for an evening of art under the stars. A bucolic interlude between art, culture and conviviality.

Le Château aux 10 000 chevaux: free Porsche rally at Château de Maisons-Laffitte (78)

Maisons-Laffitte (78), the famous city of horses, is changing mounts on Saturday June 14, 2025. It's time for horses under the hood, with a free Porsche rally in the gardens of the Château de Maisons. It's an afternoon that promises to thrill lovers of fine automobiles!

Rendez-vous aux Jardins 2025 at Château de Maisons, Maisons-Laffitte (78)

The Château de Maisons, a historic setting in the heart of Maisons-Laffitte (78), goes green for the Rendez-vous aux Jardins 2025. The weekend of June 7 and 8, a free, green escapade in the Yvelines (78), with visits, discoveries and workshops for the whole family.

La Cyclo-Mansonnienne 2025: the free bike ride for women in Maisons Laffitte (78)

Get on your bike on Sunday, June 22, 2025, with the Cyclo-Mansonnienne, from Maisons Laffitte to La Roche-Guyon. Five routes await you, from 57 to 140 kilometers, with a free ride for women!

Easter 2025: egg hunt at Maisons-Laffitte Tourist Office (78)

From April 9 to 16, 2025, the Maisons-Laffitte Tourist Office is organizing an egg hunt for children: the good news is that it's free!

Easter 2025: treasure hunt and free egg hunt at Château de Maisons-Laffitte (78)

This Easter, forget the classic egg hunt and plunge into a royal and enigmatic adventure! At the Château de Maisons in Maisons-Laffitte (78), treasure hunts, mysteries and chocolate come together for a thrilling quest.

Maisons-Laffitte (78): a free gathering of classic cars once a month

Did you know? In Maisons-Laffitte, a classic car rally is held every last Sunday of the month. We'll show you around.