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Thousands of tulips bloom at Dampierre Castle in Yvelines! Celebrate Tulip Day and Plant Festival

In the Yvelines, the Domaine de Dampierre hosts its Spring Festival from late March to early May 2026. Visitors can enjoy thousands of tulips, a Tulip Day, and a Plant Fair — all part of this vibrant spring celebration in 2026. Here's everything you need to know.

L'Auberge Nouvelle: The Friendly Bistro and Cheese Bar Taking Over the Yvelines’ Starred Restaurant Spotlight

Head to Yvelines, in Tremblay-sur-Mauldre, to check out the Auberge Nouvelle, which has taken over the space previously occupied by the Michelin-starred restaurant Numéro 3. This welcoming bistro features a rolling cheese cart, classic regional dishes, and lively music nights — here’s everything you need to know.

Flea markets and garage sales across Yvelines this weekend, March 14-15, in the 78 area

Flea markets are making their big comeback in Yvelines on March 14 and 15, 2026. From the legendary Chatou Fair to the new market in Flins-sur-Seine, and including stops in Achères and Le Port-Marly, get ready to explore the exciting lineup of events across the 78.

The Camélia: a charming restaurant in the Yvelines, blending local flavors with culinary innovation

In the Yvelines town of Bougival, the restaurant Le Camélia is experiencing a fresh new chapter under the guidance of chef Adrien Bernard-Brunet. Focused on seasonal ingredients, local sourcing, and a meaningful tradition of mentorship, we set out to explore this charming bistronomic spot that boasts plenty of qualities.

Castles, Museums, and Free Monuments in Yvelines – Sunday, March 1, 2026, the First Sunday of the Month

On the first Sunday of every month, many monuments, castles, museums, and historic sites across Yvelines open their doors to visitors free of charge. However, this isn't the case for every site year-round. To help you plan your visit, here’s a list of cultural attractions in the 78 that you can explore this Sunday, March 1st, 2026.

The Free Viroflay Plant Festival 2026 (78)

The Viroflay Plant Festival in the Yvelines is making a comeback on March 21 and 22, 2026, right outside the media library. Expect a vibrant display of colorful plants, shrubs, geraniums, palms, and local producers—all open to the public with free admission.

Esprit Jardin 2026 in Versailles: the Free Plant Festival — Here's the Program

Sprit Jardin is back on April 25 and 26, 2026, for its free plant festival in the Saint-Louis neighborhood and at the Potager du Roi in Versailles: 100 exhibitors, creative workshops, entertainment, and a special program to celebrate the 400th anniversary await visitors.

This town in Yvelines represents Île-de-France at the "Favorite Village of the French 2026" contest!

Nestled in the Chevreuse Valley, just about 40 kilometers from Paris, Dampierre-en-Yvelines is representing Île-de-France in the 2026 edition of France’s Favorite Village competition. Voting remains open until March 6, 2026.

Chinese New Year celebrations in Saint-Germain-en-Laye, Yvelines 2026: Explore the free event lineup

The Chinese New Year celebration is making its return to Saint-Germain-en-Laye on Sunday, February 15, 2026, at the Pierre Delanoë Space. This free, festive day in Yvelines will feature calligraphy workshops, a traditional costume parade, a gourmet lunch, and Kung Fu demonstrations — all to mark the Year of the Horse.

Lunar New Year Celebrations in Houilles, Yvelines, Featuring Free Events

Chinese New Year arrives in Houilles on Saturday, February 14, 2026, with a full day of festivities hosted by the Culture Chine France association and the town council at Place Michelet. Here's everything you need to know.

Chinese New Year in Maisons-Laffitte offers a wonderful lineup of free activities

Maisons-Laffitte rings in the Chinese New Year with a free afternoon of workshops and activities on February 15, 2026. The event features calligraphy, origami, Qi Gong, and tea-tasting sessions, offering a vibrant introduction to traditional Chinese culture.

Île-de-France: Which are the Top 10 Cities to Live in 2026?

In which Île-de-France cities will it be best to live in 2026? The annual ranking of French municipalities, based on 197 criteria, highlights the top ten Île-de-France towns that are best positioned at the national level.

Yvelines: Which cities top the list for the best places to live in 2026?

The 2026 rankings of the best cities and towns to live in have just been announced. Versailles, Saint-Germain-en-Laye, Sartrouville — which municipalities in the Yvelines stand out in this national chart, based on 197 quality of life criteria? Here’s what you need to know.

Île-de-France: RN12, Yvelines Tunnel Closure – Schedule Through June

The Chennevières tunnel on the RN12 in the Yvelines department is undergoing modernization work until September 2026. Below are the scheduled closures through June, including nightly disruptions and occasional daytime interruptions, depending on the direction of travel.

The Endesumar Medieval Festival 2026 in Yvelines promises a journey back in time

The Endesumar Medieval Festival is returning on September 12 and 13, 2026, at Château de Rangiport in Gargenville, Yvelines. This Viking and medieval celebration, organized by the Le Clan d'Ivar association, offers an immersive experience into the world of Scandinavian warriors from the 9th to the 11th centuries.

RER C, service disrupted in Yvelines this Friday following a loud explosion

The RER C has been out of service between Viroflay Rive Gauche and Saint-Quentin-en-Yvelines since Thursday evening. An explosion heard beneath Porchefontaine station caused an electrical outage, bringing trains to a halt in both directions this Friday morning.

Vigicrues Boosts Monitoring in Île-de-France: Four More Watercourses Placed Under Surveillance

Since early November, Vigicrues has expanded its monitoring efforts in Île-de-France, now tracking four additional rivers: the Mauldre, the Yerres, the Almont, and the Petit Morin. This extension grants 78 more localities in the region access to detailed and reliable flood risk updates through an enhanced flood warning system.

Chinese New Year in Saint-Arnoult-en-Yvelines 2026: The Event Lineup

Saint-Arnoult-en-Yvelines will celebrate the Lunar New Year on February 7 and 8, 2026, with a weekend focused on traditional Asian arts. The event features Qi Gong and Tai Chi classes, an exhibition of Asian portraits, and a communal meal at the Colombier.

Yvelines: Road closure on the A13 set for this evening and again on February 19

In Yvelines, Exit 12 on the A13 at Mantes-la-Jolie will be closed overnight on January 19 and February 19, 2026, heading towards Paris-Normandie, for signage upgrade work.

Yvelines: Four new-generation speed cameras with flash are being installed – here's what you need to know and their locations

Since mid-January 2026, four turret-style speed cameras in the Yvelines department have been actively catching traffic violations. Installed across several major cities within the region, these next-generation devices are testing a new feature: the return of visual warning signals, which will be in place for one month. Here's what you need to know.