Provins

Niflette Festival 2026 in Provins: Pastry tastings, workshops, and a gourmet market

The niflette is Provins’ signature pastry, and on November 11, 2026, the medieval town pays tribute to it by hosting a fresh edition of its Niflette Festival. The program includes tastings and free workshops for the whole family!

The Eagles of the Ramparts 2026: an equestrian falconry show in Provins

The Eagles of the Ramparts return to Provins’ Théâtre des Remparts from March 28 to November 1, 2026. This family-friendly falconry show brings together 90 birds of prey from 20 species and horses in the medieval town.

Salon du Chocolat 2026 in Provins: animations and gourmet tastings on the agenda (77)

Avis on gourmets and chocolate lovers: on October 3 and 4, 2026, Provins hosts its Chocolate Fair, delivering two days of playful activities, demonstrations, and cocoa tastings!

The Ramparts Race 2026: two courses from 6 to 18 km through the medieval town of Provins (77)

The Ramparts Race returns to Provins on Saturday, October 4, 2026, inviting runners to discover this superb medieval town in a new perspective, over 6 or 18 kilometres. On your marks, go!

Provins 2026 Christmas Medieval Market and its immersive animations to travel back in time.

Provins’ Medieval Christmas Market marks its 15th edition on December 12 and 13, 2026, with free admission. In this UNESCO-listed town in Seine-et-Marne, artisans, troubadours and encampments bring the Middle Ages back to life for one weekend.

Heritage Days 2026: visit the archaeological dig site in Provins (77)

During the European Heritage Days, on 19 and 20 September 2026, head to the Provins archaeological dig site and uncover the treasures of the past in the Seine-et-Marne department.

July 14, 2026 in Provins: fireworks postponed to December, firefighters' ball confirmed

National Day 2026 program changes in Provins. While the traditional firefighters' ball is still on for Monday, July 13, in the medieval town of Provins in Seine-et-Marne, the fireworks display has been postponed to December 12 due to the extreme heat and the restrictions imposed by a prefectural order.

Harvest Festival 2026 in Provins: parade of floats, dances and traditional activities for the whole family.

The Harvest Festival returns to Provins this Sunday, August 23, 2026. A one-of-a-kind event in France, it unfolds inside the old town walls and unveils a rural program of activities for both kids and adults.

Easel Tournament 2026: the free art contest in the medieval town of Provins

The medieval town of Provins invites you to take part in the "Tournoi de chevalets" on Sunday, September 13, 2026. Free and open to all amateur artists, this competition invites you to unleash your creativity, whether you’re into painting or drawing!

Heritage Days 2026: discover this astonishing historic vault in Seine-et-Marne

Looking for offbeat tours for Paris’s Journées du Patrimoine 2026? The Vault of the Holy Spirit, tucked beneath the former military site that gave it its name, is a fine medieval relic to discover this weekend of September 19–20, 2026.

Journées du Patrimoine 2026 in Provins (77) at the heart of a historic medieval town

During the 2026 Heritage Days, how about an immersion right at the heart of the Middle Ages? In Seine-et-Marne, the town of Provins and its medieval citadel, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, unveil its program of tours and activities for the weekend of September 19–20, 2026. Here’s what’s in store!

The Lights of Time 2026: Provins illuminated by candlelight for two evenings

The Lueurs du Temps lights up the medieval town of Provins (Seine-et-Marne) with thousands of candles, for two free evenings on July 4 and August 1, 2026, featuring fire performances and torch-lit strolls.

Provins Medieval Fairs 2026, this weekend’s program

Provins' Medieval Festival makes its grand return in Seine-et-Marne on June 13–14, 2026 for its 41st edition, with a medieval ball, a concert, and a grand costumed parade through the UNESCO-listed town.

In the heart of a medieval town just outside Paris, this church hides a lantern of the dead.

In Seine-et-Marne, at the heart of a medieval town listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site, this church hides a peculiarity quite rare in the Paris region: on its façade, you can glimpse a lantern of the dead. But what exactly is it?

Unconventional workshops for children and adults where you can learn to cook as it was in the Middle Ages in Provins.

What if you could turn back time... in the kitchen? In the heart of Provins's medieval city center, Les Tabliers Gourmands offers culinary workshops as quirky as they are delicious. These gourmand experiences invite children and adults alike to cook medieval recipes, in a setting steeped in history.

The first medieval marathon of Seine-et-Marne: course and date!

On Sunday, May 10, 2026, lace up for the brand-new Seine-et-Marne Medieval Marathon, running from Blandy-lès-Tours to Provins for nearly 42 extraordinary kilometers through villages that feel straight out of the Middle Ages!

The Roseraie de Provins, an enchanted garden near Paris

Looking for a haven of peace in the Paris region? We'll take you to the Roseraie de Provins, a bucolic getaway in a beautiful green setting. An addictive spot!

Seine-et-Marne: this medieval keep that visitors can tour was once a prison.

Across Seine-et-Marne, the César Tower has dominated Provins’ medieval citadel since the 12th century. This listed keep, once used as a prison, is open to visitors year-round and offers a panoramic view of the town and its surroundings.

Museum Night 2025 at the Musée de Provins et du Provinois (77): free nocturnal tour of the museum

We're taking advantage of Nuit des Musées 2025 to discover the Musée de Provins et du Provinois on May 17, 2025. A free nocturnal visit allows us to admire this museum and its exceptional collections, which take us back in time.

Free Easter egg hunt and egg decorating at the medieval town of Provins (77)

The renowned Easter egg hunt in Provins is making a comeback on April 5th and 6th, 2026, in Seine-et-Marne. Children and their families will enjoy a delightful stroll through the medieval town as they search for hidden treasures. It's the perfect opportunity for a memorable day trip to Provins, just under an hour from Paris!