What to do in barbizon

Barbizon's Parks and Gardens Festival 2026: free activities in Seine-et-Marne

Barbizon’s Festival of Parks and Gardens returns for its 5th edition on April 18–19, 2026 in Seine-et-Marne, centered on the theme Gardens of the World, with a lineup of free activities for the whole family.

Maison Morin, a must-visit in Seine-et-Marne, unveils its spring–summer 2026 offerings.

Since 1989, Maison Morin has stood as Barbizon’s beacon of artisanal excellence and a passion for flavor. Renowned for its refined creations and in-house craftsmanship, Maison Morin keeps reinventing itself to continually delight its customers.

L'A Pâtisserie KG, the new gourmet tearoom in Barbizon

L'A Pâtisserie KG is the new address on the famous Grande Rue in Barbizon, Seine-et-Marne. Established in April 2025 in this picturesque village popular with artists, this Franco-Japanese-style establishment offers a cosy, refined tea room, open from Wednesday to Sunday.

La Folie Barbizon, the hotel and restaurant reborn between art and nature

In Barbizon, the legendary painters' village on the edge of the Fontainebleau forest in Seine-et-Marne, La Folie Barbizon is reborn with panache. A hotel, an artistic residence and a locavore restaurant, this unique hybrid place weaves a subtle link between past and present. We set out to discover this unique place where each room, linked to an artist, now tells its own story.

Japan at Barbizon 2025: a free weekend of Japanese escapism in the Seine-et-Marne region

The pretty village of Barbizon invites you to vicre to the rhythm of Japan and immerse yourself in Japanese culture, this Saturday, May 24, 2025 at the Musée Théodore Rousseau and the Parc de la Mairie. Exhibitions, sake tasting, manga workshops and a tea ceremony are on the program, as part of the bicentenary of the École de Barbizon.

Théâtrales de Barbizon 2025: A new festival to celebrate theater

A wind of culture blows through Barbizon with the first edition of the Théâtrales de Barbizon festival, offering three days of shows from April 4 to 6, 2025 at the Espace Culturel Marc Jacquet.

O Bout, the charming restaurant in Barbizon

As the name suggests, O Bout is the name of the friendly restaurant at the end of Barbizon's main street. You wouldn't know it from the street, but the place, which also serves as a local produce store and wine bar, hides a large room at the back for home-cooked meals. We'll take you there...

What to do in Barbizon, the famous village between art and nature?

How about a trip to Barbizon? This charming village, 50 km from Paris, immerses us in art and nature on the edge of the Fontainebleau forest. Discover our tips for the perfect day out or weekend break.

La Plaine de l'Angélus, charming bed and breakfast near Barbizon and Fontainebleau

We're taking you on a Seine-et-Marne getaway to La Plaine de l'Angélus. This charming chambre d'hôte in Chailly-en-Bière, 2 km from Barbizon and close to Fontainebleau, offers a cosy, comfortable setting in a verdant estate.

L'Esquisse, Barbizon's new cultural hotel, both café and free museum

L'Esquisse is a fusion of hotel, café and free museum. We're off to Barbizon, the famous artists' village, to take advantage of this new spot that combines large, charming rooms, a great café by the fireplace and a free museum honoring the artists who have influenced Barbizon around the world.

Le sentier de l'érosion, an accessible walk in Fontainebleau, discovering the Apremont gorges

Among the beautiful walks and hikes to be enjoyed in Fontainebleau, don't miss the Sentier de l'érosion loop. Less than 2 kilometers long, this family-friendly walk takes you through the Apremont gorges, between forest and beautiful rocks sculpted by nature.

Free exhibition in Barbizon, 50 contemporary artists pay tribute to Picasso

50 years ago, Picasso left us! Barbizon, a historic artistic town, pays tribute to the artist by inviting about fifty contemporary artists to offer you a free exhibition of great scope. From April 8 to June 10, 2023, we go to discover a beautiful exhibition of contemporary works essentially created for the occasion.

Jean-François Millet's Museum and Studio in Barbizon, a dive into history

Would you like to explore the world of Jean-François Millet, the famous 19th-century painter who inspired Van Gogh? Head to Barbizon, where you can visit his historic museum and studio.