Yvelines

This chocolate shop in Yvelines offers unique hot chocolates with gourmet treats.

Chocolatier Chapon treats us to his expertise in Saint-Germain-en-Laye, in the Yvelines, with a tea room (or rather a chocolate salon) that delights lovers of fine cocoa. Discover exclusive hot chocolates served in the traditional way in chocolate pots, and a gourmet menu that showcases the house creations.

We tried an enchanting tea time in Versailles in the Yvelines department.

The Waldorf Astoria Versailles - Trianon Palace offers tea time every day in its elegant Peacock Alley. Orchestrated by pastry chef Eddie Benghanem, this afternoon tea in the Yvelines can be enjoyed from 3pm to 6pm, with a weekday menu and a more elaborate weekend version. We tried it and we'll tell you all about it.

A big medieval festival in the Yvelines this Saturday: craft market, shows, and entertainment

If you're looking for a great idea for a free and original outing in the Yvelines, Mantes-la-Jolie will be transformed into a medieval city on Saturday, November 22, 2025. For the 575th Onion Fair, the city center will offer entertainment, shows, and period craftsmen.

The closure of this bridge in Yvelines is likely to disrupt traffic from November 24 to 28.

Studies are being conducted on the Triel-sur-Seine suspension bridge in the Yvelines department from November 24 to 28, 2025. Occasional closures and alternating traffic will disrupt this route, which is used by more than 12,000 vehicles daily. Several alternatives are possible, so let's take stock of the situation.

The first mineral exhibition and sale in Chambourcy

Chambourcy is hosting its first mineral exhibition and sale on November 15 and 16, 2025, at the Salle de la Montjoie, with free admission. The Saphir'Art association will be presenting fossils, gems, and stone jewelry, with around fifteen exhibitors and prices starting at €2.

Salon des Créateurs in L'Étang-la-Ville, the Yvelines Christmas market with free admission

Around twenty local exhibitors will be taking over the Espace Auberderie in L'Étang-la-Ville for the 14th edition of the Salon des Créateurs on November 15 and 16, 2025, the perfect craft fair for finding Christmas gifts.

Brunch and tea room at La Table d'Alice in Versailles, homemade food just the way we like it

Looking for a good place to have brunch in Versailles? Head to the Montreuil neighborhood, on Place Saint-Symphorien, to discover La Table d'Alice, a friendly spot offering homemade brunch with its specialty soufflé pancakes every weekend and on public holidays.

A visit to the Château de Versailles and its program

The Château de Versailles, its gardens and grounds, are a world heritage site. The official residence of the kings of France, the Château de Versailles holds the record as the largest château in the world, and of course the most visited in France.

Fête de la Science 2025 in Saint-Cyr-l'École, the program - 78

The Fête de la Science 2025 is taking place in Saint-Cyr-l'École in the Yvelines region from October 3 to 13 on the theme of "Intelligence(s)". The town near Versailles is preparing a series of scientific events to explore all forms of intelligence.

Fête de la Science 2025 in Port Marly, a wealth of good ideas in Yvelines

The Festival of Science 2025 is making its big comeback from October 3 to 13, taking place throughout the region, especially in the Yvelines. Towns like Port-Marly and Louveciennes are hosting an engaging lineup focused on the theme "Artificial Intelligence." Celebrating its 35th national edition, the event offers free shows, lectures, and workshops suitable for all ages.

Germinations, the new free arts festival that transforms a Yvelines village

GERMINATIONS is the name of the first ecological arts festival to transform Raizeux (Yvelines) into an open-air gallery. 24 French and international artists will take over 4 sites in the village from September 13 to 28, 2025, all with free access.

Yvelines: association forums this weekend, September 6 and 7, 2025

This weekend, September 6 and 7, 2025, more than 35 communes in the Yvelines region are organizing their association forums. From Conflans-Sainte-Honorine to Saint-Germain-en-Laye, these free events provide an opportunity to discover hundreds of sporting, cultural and community activities.

Fête de la Saint-Gilles this weekend in Rochefort-en-Yvelines

The Fête de la Saint-Gilles 2025 awaits you in Rochefort-en-Yvelines this weekend of September 6 and 7, 2025. This village tradition takes place in the Yvelines region, with entertainment and a convivial meal on the Place des Halles this year.

Yvelines: where is the best 2025 butter croissant in the department?

Do you live in the Yvelines and are looking for the best butter croissant around? Look no further! The Chambre de Métiers et de l'Artisanat des Yvelines has delivered the results of the 2025 edition of this competition. So, where can you find the best butter croissant in the département? We've got the answer.

Base de Loisirs des Étangs de Hollande, the beach and free swimming in Yvelines

Discover the wonders of the Base de Loisirs des Étangs de Hollande in Les Bréviaires, in the heart of the Rambouillet forest. Fancy a beach and a swim in the green? Head for the Yvelines to sunbathe and relax in the heart of nature, in a completely renovated and redesigned base. Free swimming and an inflatable aquatic course now await you.

July 14, 2025 in Achères (78): live entertainment and fireworks for the National Holiday on July 13

The town of Achères, in the Yvelines department, has decided to celebrate the Fête Nationale with a live pyrotechnic show and fireworks display! Join us this Sunday, July 13, 2025, to enjoy the Fête Nationale celebrations.

The Chapelle Royale opens to visitors this summer at the Château de Versailles

This summer 2025, the Château de Versailles in the Yvelines is offering an exceptional opening of the Chapelle Royale to the public from July 8 to September 30. This is an opportunity to admire the nave, painted ceiling and stone marquetry, which are usually invisible to the public. Throughout the summer, the tour is also enriched by sites linked to the Third Republic and immersive experiences in the gardens.

Where to swim in Yvelines this summer 2025: beaches and aquatic centers in 78

Looking for the best beaches and swimming spots in Yvelines? We've put together a list of the best places in 78 to cool off this summer of 2025 .

Wam Park Rambouillet water park: activities and free swimming in Yvelines

We're off to discover the Étangs de Hollande leisure park, which is getting a facelift. Not only is access free, but a new inflatable water park, Water Games, has also been installed. Pedalos, canoes, paddles and fine sand also await you. All of which promises a lively summer swimming season.

Les rendez-vous de la Madeleine 2025, free medieval events at Château de la Madeleine

Les rendez-vous de la Madeleine 2025 are coming to Chevreuse with free shows, historical re-enactments and medieval entertainment every weekend from May 18 to September 28, 2025 at the Château de la Madeleine. Discover the not-to-be-missed program.