Provins

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!

The Eagles of the Ramparts: a falconry show in the medieval town of Provins

The falconry show, The Eagles of the Ramparts, is back from March 28 to November 1, 2026, within the historic walls of Provins. Witness stunning birds of prey soaring in perfect harmony with the horses.

The Legend of the Knights: a medieval and equestrian show near the ramparts of Provins

La Légende des Chevaliers is one of two shows offered by the town of Provins to immerse you in the Middle Ages, combining equestrian art, history and the magic of the ramparts. Something for the whole family!

The Medieval Fair of Provins 2026: Dates and Program

The Medieval Festival of Provins is making an eagerly anticipated return on June 13 and 14, 2026, in the historic medieval city of Provins, recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. For its 41st edition, troubadours, street performers, and artisans will welcome visitors for a timeless journey through the heart of Seine-et-Marne.

The Provins 2025 Medieval Christmas Market and its events to take you back in time

Oyez oyez, braves gens, the free Medieval Christmas Market in Provins is back for Christmas 2025! Join us on December 13 and 14 in the Seine-et-Marne region, in the exceptional setting of the medieval city listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, where craftsmen, troubadours and enchanting events await you.

Unusual New Year's Eve 2026 in Provins (77): a medieval banquet for a family dinner show

How about traveling back in time for New Year's Eve 2026 in Île-de-France? In Seine-et-Marne, near the medieval town of Provins, the Banquet des Troubadours invites you to immerse yourself in the Middle Ages with its noble feast on December 31, 2025. An original idea for a New Year's celebration with the family!

Christmas 2025 in Provins: ice rink, ice hockey, and a show by Philippe Candeloro this winter

The Provins Christmas ice rink is back! From December 5, 2025, to January 4, 2026, head to the forecourt of the Saint-Ayoul Cultural and Sports Center in Provins (Seine-et-Marne) to enjoy this 420 m² natural ice rink. Lots of entertainment is planned, so check out the program!

Exhibition, concert, and auction in Provins in November 2025

A multidisciplinary artistic event will take place at the Hôtel de Savigny in the medieval town of Provins in Seine-et-Marne, from November 8 to 23, 2025. The JellyFish On Mars Production association is organizing an exhibition with a private viewing, followed by a concert and an auction.

2025 Niflette Festival in Provins: pastry tastings, workshops, and a gourmet market

The niflette is the specialty pastry of the town of Provins, and on November 11, 2025, the medieval city will honor it by organizing a new edition of its Fête de la Niflette. The program includes tastings and free workshops for the whole family!

Le Banquet des Troubadours: gourmet medieval dinner and show in Provins (77)

In the medieval town of Provins, the Banquet des Troubadours revives the art of medieval feasting every weekend. Dive into the festive atmosphere of the Middle Ages with family and friends in a vaulted hall!

Halloween 2025: treasure hunt, witch farm and cupcake workshop in Provins (77)

For Halloween 2025, the medieval town of Provins is offering a number of events for children and families. On the program: treasure hunts, free entertainment and cooking workshops for a chilling atmosphere!

After 40 years of closure, this church near Paris reopens to the public

The Eglise Sainte-Croix in Provins reopens its doors to the public after no less than 40 years of closure. While renovation and conservation work continues, the public can now visit this historic site in the medieval town.

Heritage Days 2025 at Provins (77) in the heart of a historic medieval town

During the Journées du Patrimoine 2025, what would you say to an immersion in the heart of the Middle Ages? In Seine-et-Marne, the town of Provins and its medieval city, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, unveils its program of visits and events for the weekend of September 20 and 21, 2025. Here's what's in store!

Heritage Days 2025: visit the Provins (77) archaeological excavation site

During the Heritage Days on September 20 and 21, 2025, discover the Provins archaeological excavation site in the Seine-et-Marne département.

Les souterrains de Provins: discovering medieval cellars

Want to explore the underbelly of a medieval city? In Provins, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, an unusual visit awaits you. Beneath the ramparts and houses of yesteryear, an underground network steeped in history invites you on an architectural, mysterious and historic adventure.

La Niflette de Provins, between creamy sweetness and medieval legend in Seine-et-Marne

A traditional pastry from Provins in Seine-et-Marne (77), niflette is eaten at All Saints' Day. This little flaky tartlet with pastry cream is full of history, generosity and ancient anecdotes. We'll tell you all about it!