Vincennes Castle

Category: Lieu Culturel > Monument

Le Château de Vincennes est une forteresse qui continue à attirer foule. C'est le château fort royal français le plus vaste et le plus haut (son donjon est haut de 52 mètres). Symbole du pouvoir royal, prison, caserne puis arsenal, ce château a toujours joué un rôle important dans l'Histoire de Paris

Practical information

Place
Avenue de Paris
94300 Vincennes
+33148083120

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Website
http://www.chateau-vincennes.fr

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Current and upcoming events

Château de Vincennes Journées du Patrimoine 2023 dans le Val de Marne (94) : les pépites à découvrir ce week-end

Spring Drawing Festival 2026: Introductory Drawing Workshops at Château de Vincennes

Discover the art of drawing with a pencil in hand through engaging activities at Château de Vincennes, part of the Spring Drawing Festival, taking place on March 28th, April 24th, and 25th, 2026.

Insolite : un cinéma en plein air dans la cour du Château de Vincennes

Winter Holidays 2026 at Château de Vincennes: Family-Friendly Activities Lineup

Great news—winter break is here! It's the perfect time to enjoy the activities at Château de Vincennes, fun for both kids and adults. Come have a good time during these school holidays, running from February 21 to March 8, 2026.

Le château de Vincennes : une forteresse royale à Paris

The Château of Vincennes: A Royal Fortress at the Gates of Paris

Along with the Louvre, the Château de Vincennes is one of the most important castles in French history. It is also one of the largest and best-preserved fortified castles in Europe...

Past events

The tallest castle tower in Europe is just outside Paris, within easy reach of the metro!

Did you know that Europe’s tallest medieval tower was just a short ride from Paris, in the heart of a remarkably well-preserved castle? Here’s everything you need to know!

Visuels musée et monument - chateau Vincennes

Serenades at the Fortress: An Unique Valentine’s Day Celebration at Château de Vincennes

The Château de Vincennes invites you to spend an enchanting and romantic evening this Saturday, February 14, 2026, with their special "Serenades at the Keep" tour.

Nights of Reading 2026 in Île-de-France: A Theatre-Style Lecture at Château de Vincennes

Attend a theatrical lecture at Château de Vincennes for the Nuit de la Lecture 2026, happening on January 24th.

La Traversée de Paris hivernale 2025 en véhicules d'époque

The 2026 Winter Paris Crossing in Vintage Vehicles: A Classic Car Ride Through the Capital

Attention vintage and car enthusiasts—the winter vintage car parade across Paris is making a comeback on Sunday, January 25, 2026, for its 26th edition. Don't miss this unique and lively event hosted by Vincennes en Anciennes!

Contes et Histoires 2025: magical entertainment in the courtyard of wonders at the Château de Vincennes

For the latest edition of the Contes et Histoires event, the Château de Vincennes invites young and old alike to enjoy a magical holiday from December 20, 2025, to January 5, 2026.

Monument Jeu d'Enfant 2025: a journey back to the Middle Ages at Château de Vincennes (94)

Head to the Château de Vincennes for the Monument Jeu d'Enfant event on October 18 and 19, 2025. On the program for these two days are various workshops and games to help you discover this Val-de-Marne château in a fun way!

Heritage Days 2025: weekend events at Château de Vincennes (94)

For the 42nd Journées du Patrimoine, the Château de Vincennes, home to Europe's tallest dungeon, awaits you for a cultural discovery of this medieval monument on the weekend of September 20 and 21, 2025.