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Brocantes et vide-greniers des Yvelines ce week-end du 8 au 10 mai 2026 dans le 78

Brocantes and yard sales in Yvelines this weekend, May 8–10, 2026, in the 78.

Discover the flea markets and garage sale schedule in Yvelines from May 8 to 10, 2026. From Vieille-Église-en-Yvelines to Vélizy-Villacoublay, via Saint-Rémy-lès-Chevreuse and Les Mureaux, we’re off to scope out the events across the 78.

L'Auberge du Vieux Marly dans les Yvelines - photos

L'Auberge du Vieux Marly, a terrace-friendly restaurant in the Yvelines, is making a comeback (78)

L'Auberge du Vieux Marly, an institution in the old village of Marly-le-Roi in the Yvelines (78), is coming back to life in 2026 under the leadership of Myriam Guenfoud. A chalkboard menu, a shaded terrace, and homemade cooking await you at this charming village-style restaurant.

La Table d'Alice et sa terrasse, restaurant à Versailles - photos

La Table d'Alice, a convivial restaurant with a summer terrace in Versailles, Yvelines

La Table d'Alice, the welcoming bistro imagined by chef Cyril Fabien, opens its terrace for the sunny days on the pretty square opposite Saint-Symphorien Church in Versailles (78). We headed there to test it, and here’s what we found.

Guide des brocantes de la rentrée en Île-de-France le week-end du 14 au 15 septembre 2024

Flea markets & garage sales in the Paris suburbs this weekend: where to hunt for bargains May 2–3, 2026?

The flea markets and garage sales on the Paris suburbs usher in the sunny days with a friendly vibe and real treasure awaits! To make the most of it, nothing beats wandering from stall to stall and hunting for unique finds at gentle prices. Discover the list of flea markets this weekend, May 2–3, 2026 in Île-de-France.

Les lacs et rivières du Vésinet, dans les Yvelines

Fête de la Marguerite au Vésinet 2026 : animations, concerts et guinguette au Parc des Ibis translates to: Daisy Festival in Le Vésinet 2026: activities, concerts and a guinguette at Parc des Ibis

The Daisy Festival blooms again at Parc des Ibis in Le Vésinet, with a 2026 edition framed by the Fête de la Musique. Green activities, lake boat rides, games, dancing, concerts and treats mark this family-friendly day. Join us from 10 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. to kick off summer in style!

Base nautique de Bougival (78) : bateaux sans permis, aire de jeux et guinguette en bord de Seine

This nautical festival, offering boat rides, workshops and concerts, is back in the Yvelines in June 2026.

The Seine sets sail once more for Carrières-sur-Seine, for a festive stopover with the Nautical Festival, on Sunday, June 14, 2026, at Quai Charles-de-Gaulle, transformed into a genuine hub of activities.

Guinguette 1124, la terrasse éphémère au cœur du domaine du château de Saint-Germain-en-Laye (78)

Free castles, museums and monuments in Yvelines, Sunday, May 3, 2026, the first Sunday of the month - 78

On the first Sunday of every month, many monuments, castles, museums, and historic sites in Yvelines open their doors for free. But that isn’t the case for everyone, all year round. To help you navigate, here’s the list of cultural sites in the 78 to visit this Sunday, May 3, 2026.

Jardin Yili, le jardin chinois caché dans les Yvelines

Ten offbeat parks and gardens in Yvelines, treasures to discover

What if we set off on a stroll to discover the loveliest original parks and gardens in Yvelines? From hidden, unique, historic spots to outright quirky or simply one-of-a-kind places, the 78 has no shortage of unusual gems for anyone looking to stray off the beaten path. We’re unveiling 10 parks, gardens, and green spaces to explore in the department.

Le Jardin Yili, the unusual Chinese garden hidden away in the Yvelines

Jardin Yili is the only privately-owned traditional Chinese garden in France. Head for Saint-Rémy-l'Honoré in the Yvelines, about 33 km from Paris, for a change of scenery. Discover this 10,000 m² green space, imbued with spirituality and tranquility, where you can discover the art of Chinese gardens and immerse yourself in a feng shui setting inspired by age-old traditions.

Ouverture des ateliers pittoresques des artistes du Vésinet, Chatou, Croissy-sur-Seine (78) ...

Le Vésinet, Chatou, Carrières-sur-Seine... artist studios open their doors in May 2026.

On the occasion of the Parcours d’art de la Boucle de Seine, on May 30–31, 2026, nearly sixty artist studios and craftspeople will open their doors to the public. From Carrières-sur-Seine to Chatou, via Croissy-sur-Seine, Houilles, Le Vésinet and Montesson, this free art-filled excursion invites visitors to discover the behind-the-scenes of creation along the charming lanes of the Yvelines (78).

The European Market 2026 in Saint-Germain-en-Laye (78): gastronomy, music, workshops & strolls

The European Market 2026 is back, setting up its stalls in Saint-Germain-en-Laye on Saturday, May 9, 2026. Nestled in the heart of the Yvelines, it brings together booths, flavors and know-how from all across Europe for a festive 20th edition that’s open to everyone. Between activities, encounters and strolls, the town center becomes a true open-air European waypoint.

Yvelines : connaissez-vous ce temple de l'amour, un pont kiosque romantique dans un écrin de verdure ?

Yvelines: do you know this temple of love, the romantic kiosque bridge tucked away in a verdant setting?

In the Yvelines, at the heart of the Bonnelles pond nature reserve, a charming bridge-kiosk nicknamed the “Temple of Love” still bears witness to an 18th-century parc à fabriques—an elaborate garden of follies. Open to the public for discovery in 2026.

Le Château de Buc et son superbe domaine, parc paysagé aux nombreux trésors

This flower-filled park in the Yvelines hides an arboretum, royal secrets, and has inspired Blake and Mortimer.

In Buc, in the Yvelines, the park of Haut-Buc Castle is freely accessible year-round. A pedagogical arboretum, Louis XIV’s secret child, an eccentric astronomer, and the backdrop for Blake and Mortimer: this estate has more than one story to tell. Here’s more about this superb place in full bloom, a must for tulip lovers.

Village de Medan dans les Yvelines - château de Medan - glycine

Yvelines: the little-known château that inspired Ronsard and Cézanne is open to visitors!

Nestled on the banks of the Seine in Médan, Yvelines, the Château de Médan is a former hunting lodge listed as a Historic Monument, a site whose history weaves together poetry, painting and royal intrigues. The château is open to visitors once a month, for group bookings, or on special occasions such as Open Gardens or Heritage Days—we’ve got the full details.

Yvelines : Cette ancienne Commanderie des Templiers s’est transformée en Cité du numérique !