Easter holidays 2026: treat your family to a stay in an exceptional château

During the Easter holidays in 2026, we’re heading to the castle—yes, the magnificent Château de Breteuil—to soak up the sights and have fun with the whole family.

What’s on the agenda for the Easter holidays 2026? How about we head out to explore the most beautiful castles in Île-de-France and discover their kid-friendly programs offered from April 18 to May 3, 2026?

In the Yvelines department, tucked away in the heart of the Chevreuse Valley, the Breteuil Castle is best known for having inspired Charles Perrault’s fairy tales. From its stunning garden inside the chateau, now inhabited by characters from his stories, it’s a magical place to explore at any age. So this spring, the castle hits “holiday mode,” unveiling a special program. Family activities, storytelling tours, creative workshops… How about spending a day at Breteuil Castle?

What’s in store for Easter at Breteuil Castle:

A Fragrance for the Queen of Hearts – Family Activity

Daily from April 18 through May 2 at 11:30 a.m., 2:00 p.m., 3:30 p.m. and 4:45 p.m.
For children aged 5 and up
€3 on top of the standard admission price
Booking required, online ticketing

The storyteller

Daily from April 18 to May 3, at 2:30 PM and 4:30 PM
No reservation required and no extra charge on admission

Sophie’s Workshop — Creative Studio

daily, from April 18 to May 3, 2:00–6:00 PM, continuous
for ages 4 and up
no reservation required, but spaces are limited; €3 per child surcharge payable directly to the facilitator

Castle Visit - Guided Tours

From April 18 to May 3:
- Weekdays (Monday to Friday): 11:00–12:00 and 14:00–17:30 (guided tours at 12:00 and 16:30)
- Saturdays and Sundays: 11:00–12:30 and 14:00–17:30 (guided tours at 12:30 and 16:30)

The Staging of Perrault's Fairy Tales

to explore at your own pace, daily from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.

The escape room "1900"

every day from April 18 to May 3, 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM
for ages 8 and up, groups of 6 to 10 participants
online booking required, €35 per participant (this ticket also grants access to the gardens and the staged Perrault tales)

To explore this beautiful château in the greater Paris area, plan on €19.50 at the standard rate, €17.50 with the reduced rate, and €16.50 for children, with free admission for under-5s.