Easter holidays 2026: experience life in a château with your family in Rambouillet (78)

Kick-off for the Easter holidays vacances de Pâques 2026! And for the budding knights and other fans of grand châteaux in Île-de-France, the place to meet is Rambouillet, in the département des Yvelines, as these two school-free weeks unfold, from April 18 to May 3, 2026.

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The Château de Rambouillet stands out for being at once an ancient royal residence, imperial, and also presidential! Indeed, some of the greatest figures in history have been hosted within these walls: John F. Kennedy, Queen Elizabeth II... Not to mention that Francis I lived here, Louis XVI visited regularly and even had la Laiterie de la Reine built for his wife Marie-Antoinette! So, for these holidays, children can live the life of a castle for an afternoon with a rich program blending a dramatized visit and games!

What’s on the agenda for Easter 2026 at the Château de Rambouillet:

Prince and Life at the Castle — a Theatrical Guided Tour

• Step into the daily life of a young prince in the 18th century.

The ambassadors' corner - family corner

• During school holidays, volunteers at the château run fun activities and games on Wednesdays and weekends, creating a friendly, social gathering.

No extra charge to participate in the holiday program, but please factor in the admission tickets: €11 at full price, noting that under-25s enter for free!