What to do in seine et marne

Flea markets and rummage sales in Seine-et-Marne on August 1–2, 2026 — 77

Seven flea markets and garage sales are taking place across Seine-et-Marne (77) this weekend, August 1–2, 2026, from Chelles to Aufferville, via Chenoise.

Where to hunt for bargains this weekend? Flea markets and second-hand fairs in the Paris suburbs on August 1–2, 2026

Antique tableware, vinyl records, books, toys, furniture or collectibles… This weekend of August 1–2, 2026, flea markets and garage sales are lighting up the Paris suburbs. Here are the events where you can hunt for bargains near Paris.

Cycling in the Fontainebleau Area, gentle routes to go green

The easy, scenic network around Fontainebleau connects Fontainebleau, Bois-le-Roi, Barbizon and Samois-sur-Seine with marked forest trails you can explore on foot or by bike all year round. We hopped on our bikes to test them, and here’s what we found.

Free castles and museums in Seine-et-Marne, this Sunday, July 5, 2026 — the first Sunday of the month.

On the first Sunday of the month, several castles, museums and monuments in Seine-et-Marne open their doors free of charge. Here is our pick of free outings for this Sunday, July 5, 2026, in the department.

Starlit Cinema 2026 in Bois-le-Roi: an open-air film screening in the heart of summer.

Every summer, many municipalities host open-air screenings to give residents a fresh way to enjoy cinema. In Bois-le-Roi, the Cinéma sous les étoiles event is back for a free outdoor screening open to all on July 3, 2026.

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.

Art History Festival 2026: Fashion and Morocco, 300 free events in Fontainebleau

The 15th edition of the History of Art Festival invites you to Fontainebleau Castle, the town’s municipal theater, and throughout the city, from June 5 to 7, 2026, with fashion as the theme and Morocco as the guest country of honor. More than 300 free events are on the program. A must-see plan you won’t want to miss—here’s everything you need to know.

We Cirk ! 2026, the free circus festival in Seine-et-Marne

We Cirk! is back for its 8th edition in the grounds of the Château de Quincy-Voisins, in Seine-et-Marne, with a public day on June 27, 2026, entirely free and open to everyone.

We checked out this secret Italian spot tucked up against the Château de Fontainebleau, with a terrace and a brunch offering.

Nestled in the inner courtyard of the Hôtel de Cavoye, just a stone’s throw from the Château de Fontainebleau, Gina Trattoria serves hearty Italian fare crafted by Robin Sanchez, with a lovely terrace in a quiet garden and Sunday brunch. We went to check out the place and here’s the full story.

L'Orangerie, Fontainebleau's new guinguette for partying all summer long

The guinguette on the forecourt of Fontainebleau theatre is renewing itself in 2026. Rebranded as L'Orangerie, it opens its arms to visitors through September in Seine-et-Marne with a festive program all summer long. More details to come.

The 2026 Festival of Flowers and Plant Craft is coming to Château de Brie-Comte-Robert (77).

For the 2nd edition of the Festival of Flowers and Plant Craft, the Medieval Château of Brie-Comte-Robert in Seine-et-Marne will host horticulturists, nurseries and artisans this weekend, June 6–7, 2026. Note that admission is free, so make the most of it.

Par has'Art! 2026: the free street arts festival in Seine-et-Marne is back

The Par has'Art! festival returns from June 26 to July 4, 2026 for its 8th edition across 12 towns in Seine-et-Marne. Fifteen free performances—circus, dance, street theatre and music—will bring public spaces to life.

Nature Festival in Moret-Loing-et-Orvanne 2026, a festive and free weekend

La Fête de la Nature returns to Moret-Loing-et-Orvanne on May 23–24, 2026. Activities, workshops, a plant swap, a nature-themed concert and a nature village await you for a free weekend in the heart of Seine-et-Marne.

Buthiers' guinguette, the latest hotspot nestled in a forest in Seine-et-Marne

A new guinguette awaits you this year in Buthiers, in Seine-et-Marne, set in a surprising woodland and rocky landscape. Concerts, casual dining and a friendly atmosphere are on the menu on Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays, the eves of public holidays and the public holidays in May, then daily starting in June 2026.

The riverside guinguette at La Pointe Sauvage on the banks of the Marne in Seine-et-Marne has opened its doors.

La guinguette of La Pointe Sauvage lands on the banks of the Marne in Vaires-sur-Marne, Seine-et-Marne, for a summer season that looks set to be convivial. Concerts, grilled fare, crepes and good spirits are on the menu from May 6 to September 2026 (and maybe beyond if the vibes—and the weather—cooperate).

The first Plant Festival of the village of Méry in Seine-et-Marne

In Seine-et-Marne, the Méry Animations association is staging its inaugural Plant Fair on Sunday, May 17, 2026, at Parc des Glycines in Méry-sur-Marne, featuring plant swaps, sales, workshops and gardening activities.

The Carmelite convent in Avon, Seine-et-Marne, unveils a free museum available on request.

In Avon, in Seine-et-Marne, the Carmes Convent hides a memorial open to the public, dedicated to Father Jacques, a Resistance figure made famous by Louis Malle. A place steeped in history that we unveil to you.

Seine-et-Marne: the guinguette — a riverside terrace on the Loing with a view of the medieval castle has reopened.

La Terrasse du Moulin de Nemours, an open-air guinguette-terrace on the banks of the Loing, has reopened for the 2026 season in Seine-et-Marne. A bar, an open-air food market and views of the medieval castle await you.

This medieval town, designated a Village of Character in Île-de-France, hides a wealth of treasures.

We head to Seine-et-Marne (77), less than an hour from Paris, to discover Nemours, a medieval town awarded the Village of Character label, tucked into the meanders of the Loing and rich with a heritage to explore year-round. The castle, museums and a sublime church make up a remarkable ensemble to discover.

Seine-et-Marne: this Royal Garden, listed as a Remarkable Garden, unfolds its sublime rhododendrons with free admission

In Seine-et-Marne, the gardens of the Château de Fontainebleau are in full bloom this spring 2026, showcasing their rhododendron beds. A 130-hectare royal park, listed as a Remarkable Garden, free to enter—you can run, you can dash around (and you can picnic).