Contes et Histoires 2025: family tours to explore the secrets of Sainte-Chapelle

Contes et Histoires (Tales and Stories) is an event organized by the Centre des Monuments Nationaux that allows families to rediscover French heritage through themed and often unusual tours. It's also a great idea for an enriching outing with the kids during the Christmas holidays. For the 2025 edition in Paris, the Sainte-Chapelleis offering a variety of tours and activities to reveal all its secrets.Come along onDecember 20 and 21, 2025, to rediscover this monument with its thousand stained-glass windows, waiting for you on the Île de la Cité.

The Sainte-Chapelle and its 1113 stained-glass windows, a true Gothic jewel in Paris
The Sainte-Chapelle is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful buildings in Paris, with its 1113 colorful stained-glass windows depicting scenes from the Old and New Testaments. This 800-year-old Gothic gem becomes a magical place under the sun. [Read more]

Yes, you read that right: 1,000 stained-glass windows! The Sainte-Chapelle is an exceptional Gothic monument built in just seven years! Located on theÎle de la Cité, this chapel is adorned with a vast array of stained glass windows representing 1113 scenes from the Old and New Testaments. These decorations tell " the story of the world up to the arrival of the relics in Paris.

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To decipher all these scenes and discover the secrets of this magical Paris landmark, while having fun at the same time, it couldn't be easier: take advantage of the Contes et Histoire events to visit the chapel with your family. These fun, educational events are sure to delight children and parents alike.

Discover the activities planned for the 2025 edition:

• Sainte-Chapelle
  Free for children, Sainte-Chapelle adult admission: €14
  Reservations strongly recommended 
  
  
  • Saturday, December 20 at 2:15 p.m.
    NARRATED TOUR: THE BEATING HEART OF THE BUILDERS
    Ages 7 and up
    Duration: 1 hour 
    
    
  • Sunday, December 21 at 2:15 p.m.
    FAMILY TOUR THE SECRETS OF THE SAINTE-CHAPELLE
    Ages 6 and up
    Duration: 1 hour 

Reservations are essential! Get your tickets now, and enjoy a day of family fun at the Sainte-Chapelle.