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A festival dedicated to craftsmanship lands in the gardens of this Renaissance palace.

A festival dedicated to craftsmanship takes over a historic estate in Essonne from June 12 to 14, 2026. For the occasion, 80 creators reveal their know‑how amid the gardens of this Renaissance château.
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Vent d’été Festival 2026 at Hangar Y: a weekend of art, nature and DJ sets in Meudon (92)

The Vent d’été Festival at Hangar Y launches a new artistic and family-friendly event on the outskirts of Paris, weaving together art, nature, live performance and DJ sets, on June 13 and 14, 2026.
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Plantes pour Tous: the go-to green deal in Paris and Île-de-France, upcoming sales in May

Amateur plant lovers can count on Plantes pour Tous to stock up on greenery of all sizes and styles, from 90 cents, in May and year-round.
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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.
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Free entry to castles and museums in Seine-et-Marne this Sunday, May 3, 2026 — the first Sunday of the month.

On the first Sunday of each month, many castles, museums, and monuments in Île-de-France open their doors for free. How does that look in Seine-et-Marne? Some sites are free every first Sunday of the month year-round, while others, on specific dates, we break down what's happening this Sunday, May 3, 2026.
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Yvelines: a park designated as a natural site and its historic island cloaked in wisteria

In the Yvelines, just a short stroll from the RER A, the Parc des Ibis du Vésinet reveals, in late April to early May 2026, its Chinese wisterias in full bloom around a large lake designated a natural site since 1934. We went to explore it, and it’s a true feast for the eyes and a perfect place to recharge.
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Department stores and shopping centers open on May 8, 2026 in Paris and Île-de-France — opening hours.

Craving a bit of shopping on Friday, May 8, 2026? Numerous shopping centers and department stores in Paris and Île-de-France will stay open even on this public holiday—here’s which ones.
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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.
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Essonne: a château with remarkable gardens you absolutely must discover to go green

The Domaine de Courson, a château classified as a Historic Monument and a park labelled Jardin Remarquable in Courson-Monteloup, Essonne, opens its doors to visitors until November 1. Now is the time to discover its sublime green spaces and, perhaps, delve into the castle’s history through a guided tour.
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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.
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