Unusual accommodation original guide

Unusual: sleep nose-to-nose with Arctic wolves in the Thoiry Safari lodges

A night face-to-face with wolves—care to take the plunge? The Thoiry Safari Park invites you to sleep as close as possible to these fascinating animals, right in the heart of one of its quirky accommodations, the Loudge!

Les Cabanes de l'Orvanne: we tried a night perched in the trees near Moret-sur-Loing

Only an hour from Paris and just a short drive from Fontainebleau, Les Cabanes de l'Orvanne offers a unplugged escape in the heart of a preserved 95-hectare natural estate. A chance to spend a premium night in a perched cabin, with a private Nordic bath and 100% locally sourced gourmet baskets.

L'Escale Royale, a night on one of our floating suites in La Ferté-sous-Jouarre (77)

Would you like a suite overlooking the Marne? Whether you've got your sea legs or not, Les Escales Royales, this unusual accommodation on the water, offers you the chance to spend a night (or more, if you prefer) in one of its floating suites near La Ferté-sous-Jouarre.

Espace Rambouillet: a forested and wildlife park to reconnect with nature

Nestled within 250 hectares of forest, discover a unique Île-de-France site dedicated to European wildlife, featuring species still present in France today or once found here: red deer, fallow deer, roe deer, wolves… Also explore its aviary and raptor centre, home to over 200 birds with demonstrations of free-flight birds of prey. Not to be missed are the 1,500 m2 of giant tree-suspended trampolines or the Mission Forest playground. A offering sure to delight families, nature lovers, and anyone eager to reconnect with what truly matters: life in the living world.

Sleep with the Wolves: We spent a night in a cozy bivouac in the Rambouillet Forest

Want to sleep as close as possible to wolves and deer? L’Espace Rambouillet is offering a bivouac night in the heart of the forest, a rare, magical immersion in wildlife that we put to the test.

Spend the night at Château de Breteuil (78), the inspiration for Charles Perrault's fairy tales.

The Château de Breteuil in Choisel, in the Yvelines region of France, is one of the places where you can experience the life of a château. You can spend a night, a weekend or a week here, for an enchanting stay.

Did you know? You can actually sleep close to the Sacré-Cœur in Paris for just 15 euros… but there’s a catch.

Since 1885, the Basilica of Sacré-Cœur in Montmartre has been offering hostel-style overnight stays starting at just 15 euros in Paris’s 18th arrondissement. This unconventional experience is available year-round—except on Good Friday—and comes with a surprising twist: guests take part in an hour of nocturnal prayer.

Château de Bourron, stay in a truly historic château in the Ile-de-France region

We're off to Seine-et-Marne to discover a hidden treasure: Château de Bourron, a historic 17th-century residence near Fontainebleau, a haven of peace well worth the detour. Stay in this listed monument, lulled by the authenticity and beauty of its 40-hectare park.

Huttopia Versailles (78), camping and glamping in the great outdoors

Not far from the national forest of Versailles, the Huttopia campsite offers you a stopover of one or more nights in the heart of nature, in Versailles.

Les roulottes de Bois-le-Roi unusual accommodation for a weekend in the heart of nature

Did you know? On the leisure island of Bois-le-Roi (77), you can spend the night in a traditional gypsy caravan, for a weekend away from the hustle and bustle of Paris.

Sleep among the animals at La Ferme des 4 étoiles, the country campsite of Greater Paris

Just a few kilometers from Rambouillet, in the Yvelines department, you'll find one of the most original campsites in the whole region. Located in the heart of the Chevreuse Valley, the Ferme des 4 Etoiles is the perfect place for a day or weekend getaway on a farm.

Le Royaume des Lions, accommodation to sleep with the kings of the savannah at Lumigny Safari Reserve

At Lumigny Safari Reserve, in the Seine-et-Marne département, a brand new, unusual experience offers you the chance to sleep... One-on-one with the kings of the savannah.

Spicy, the barge to spend the night on the Seine, near Meaux (77)

Along the Seine, near Meaux, in the Seine-et-Marne département, come aboard the Spicy barge, an unusual accommodation for an intimate adventure on the water.

Domaine de Maffliers: our test of the country and equestrian getaway by Demeures de Campagne

For a weekend getaway in the countryside and on horseback, head to the Domaine de Maffliers, in the Val-d'Oise, for a timeless experience. The establishment, orchestrated by Demeures de Campagne, offers an experience combining comfort, nature and gastronomy. Relax by the discreet swimming pool, savor the local bistronomic cuisine, and be seduced by the equestrian workshops offered on the estate... We've tried it, we'll tell you!

Héliomonde, Île-de-France's only naturist campsite, for a nature break in Saint-Chéron (91)

Calling all naturist enthusiasts: in Saint-Chéron (91) you'll find Héliomonde, a campsite 100% suited to those who want to spend their vacations naked (or almost)! For an outdoor getaway just an hour from Paris, it's the perfect opportunity to experience a real change of scenery, in the simplest of clothes.

Demeures de Campagne Parc de Coudray: a green, cocooning escape just 35 minutes from Paris

Located just 35 minutes south of Paris, Demeures de Campagne offers a bucolic getaway in the heart of a 20-hectare wooded estate, the Parc du Coudray. With its elegant spa nestled in a historic château and a wide range of outdoor activities, it's the ideal place for a rejuvenating break close to the capital. Discover the rustic charm of these mansions, the benefits of the Deep Nature treatments on offer and the diversity of sports and wellness activities to be explored on this unique estate. We've tested it, we'll tell you about it

At Creux du Chêne (77), a nature area with tepees, cabins and unusual accommodation

In the heart of the Seine-et-Marne region, in the small village of Tancrou, near Lizy-sur-Ourcq (77), the "Espace Nature au Creux du Chêne" welcomes families, friends and lovers for a night or more in one of its unusual accommodations.

Dourdan municipal campsite (91): unusual lodges and pitches for a weekend in the great outdoors

At the terminus of the RER C, in the direction of Dourdan la forêt, embark on a weekend of camping in the great outdoors and a nature getaway without having to leave the Île-de-France region.

Jablines international campsite (77): comfortable lodges and natural pitches just a stone's throw from Disneyland

In Seine-et-Marne, the Jablines international campsite welcomes you to its 500 hectares of greenery. For a break away from the capital or a week off the beaten track in the Paris region, welcome to the campsite!

La Rivière Dorée, the 3* campsite with unusual accommodation near Nemours (77)

For a weekend in the fresh air or a week's vacation in the heart of nature, there's no need to travel far, as demonstrated by Rivière Dorée, a picturesque campsite just outside Nemours.