Meaux

Passage of the Olympic flame this Saturday: Who are the torchbearers during the relay in Seine-et-Marne?

Guy Drut, Just Riadh and Rachel Pretti... these are just some of the famous torchbearers scheduled to carry the Olympic flame this Saturday, July 20, 2024 in Seine-et-Marne between Fontainebleau and Meaux.

A day in Meaux (77), the bucolic destination on the banks of the Marne River

Less than an hour's drive from Paris, discover the pretty historic town of Meaux, an ideal destination for a stroll around the Ile-de-France region.

Chouettes Mômes, the indoor playground in Meaux (77)

Near Meaux, in the Seine-et-Marne département, discover Chouette Mômes, the indoor playground for children.

La maison du Brie de Meaux, the cultural institution dedicated to the famous cheese, in Meaux (77)

For lovers of fine French cheeses, there's a museum near Meaux, in the Seine-et-Marne département, dedicated to the town's star product, Brie de Meaux.

Le Jardin Bossuet, a bucolic park overlooking Meaux cathedral (77)

During a stopover near Meaux, in the Seine-et-Marne département, opt for a stroll through the Bossuet garden, right in the center of town.

Paris-Meaux by bike: 50 kilometers along the Canal de l'Ourcq to reach the Brie region

We've heard of Paris-Roubaix and Paris-Brest, but not yet Paris-Meaux. And yet the race is accessible to all levels, including complete beginners, and allows you to start from the capital's cycle paths.

The Great War Museum, an immersion in the heart of the First World War, in Meaux (77)

At the Musée de la Grande Guerre du Pays de Meaux in Meaux, you can immerse yourself in the daily lives of civilians and soldiers during the Great War of 14-18. A historical museum to discover with friends or family, to plunge into the heart of French History.

Soldats sportifs: the photo exhibition on sport in the army at the Musée de la Grande Guerre

For almost a year, the Musée de la Grande Guerre (Great War Museum) will be showcasing sporting practices in the army, with an exceptional free photographic exhibition on the forecourt.

Nurses, silent heroines: the Grande Guerre museum's tribute exhibition

Often overlooked, nurses played an essential role in the First World War. The Musée de la Grande Guerre pays tribute to them in a free photo exhibition running until December 31, 2023.

Animations, guided tours, canoe, bike and paddle at the Fête du Canal de l'Ourcq (77)

Did you know that? The Ourcq Canal, which begins at La Villette, in the 19th arrondissement, allows you to cycle or walk to Meaux! It is about 50 kilometers long and takes you to Seine-et-Marne, where the Canal will be celebrated on the weekend of Saturday, June 10 and Sunday, June 11, 2023 with a family, sports and cultural program.

Toutouccino, the very first dog bar finally opens its doors in Meaux

After the cat bars, a dog bar has arrived in Ile-de-France, near Meaux, in the 77 region. What a delight for dog lovers, who will be able to enjoy some sweets, in excellent company!

Dans les coulisses de la Paix exhibition at the Musée de la Grande Guerre

From June 8 to December 8, 2019 the Musée de la Grande Guerre takes us behind the scenes of the Peace. After a year commemorating the centenary of the First World War, the museum highlights the Conference of peace gathered in Paris that led to the Treaty of Versailles.

The Great War seen from the sky, the air show at the Musée de la Grande Guerre in Meaux (France)

On Saturday, June 23, 2018, the Musée de la Grande Guerre brings the war to life with a major air show. La Grande Guerre vue du Ciel (The Great War from the Air) features more than 50 1/3-scale aircraft, a re-enactment of aerial and ground battles.

Families in the ordeal of war, the exhibition at the Musée de la Grande Guerre

To mark the Centenary of the Armistice, the Musée de la Grande Guerre in Meaux is unveiling Families in the Trial of War, an exhibition on families during the First World War, on view from June 2 to December 2, 2018. How did children cope with separation from their fathers? How to deal with the stress of losing father or husband? How did soldiers communicate with their families during the long months of separation? Over 300 archives will present the intimacy of family life in 14-18. A deeply moving experience!