To mark Heritage Days 2025 in the Val d'Oise, the Château d'Ecouen is opening its doors to visitors free of charge on Saturday September 20 and Sunday September 21.
This Renaissance château, located 20 km north of Paris, was built in the 16th century for Anne de Montmorency. For his residence, the Constable thought big and hired the best craftsmen of his time: Jean Bullant, Bernard Palissy, Masséot Abaquesne, Jean Goujon, perhaps Nicolo dell'Abbate, would succeed one another at the Château d'Écouen, incorporating the finest innovations of their era: paving, stained glass, panelling, painted friezes and landscapes, marble...
Today, the Château d'Ecouen is home to a Renaissance Museum, whose works come mainly from the Musée de Cluny (Paris). These include the splendid David and Bathsheba tapestry, with its imposing dimensions of 75 m long by 4.50 m high, and one of the very first copies of Leonardo da Vinci's famous Last Supper, commissioned from Marco d'Oggiono in Milan in 1506.
The Musée National de la Renaissance invites you and the museum's curators to rediscover the château and its collections through an exceptional program of tours, workshops and lectures. You can also discover the works of art in a different way with the screening of Aplanos, l'homme de fer, a video creation by Xavier de Richemont.
Restoration mortar techniques, illustrated by demonstrations and trials open to the public.
In partnership with Atelier Chevalier
Saturday and Sunday, 11 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. and 2 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Free of charge and without reservation
The Musée national de la Renaissance - Château d'Écouen is celebrating its architectural, monumental and plant heritage during the European Heritage Days. Over the two days of the event, visitors will be able to discover a wide range of sites around the museum.
Presentation of coloring techniques using lime and mineral pigments, with the opportunity for visitors to handle the materials.
In partnership with Atelier Chevalier.
Carving demonstrations by our sculptors, accompanied by guided introductory sessions for visitors.
In partnership with Atelier Chevalier.
Our craftsmen come to show you the different types of ornamentation in a variety of materials that are used in exceptional homes. They'll also explain their trade, and the origins and history of the different decorations on the Château d'Ecouen's roof ridges.
In partnership with Loire Ornements.
From the château's courtyard, 500 years of history await you. This architectural jewel lets you relive the great moments of its history.
The chapel's vaulted ceilings are graced with a variety of motifs, including paling, alerions and salamanders. But what is their hidden meaning? Discover the chapel, its décor and the collections on display
With Julie Rohou, heritage curator.
Set off with one of our estate agents and discover this area so important to the Renaissance and beyond.
Saturday and Sunday
at 3pm
Free
Mantelpieces, friezes, ceilings... meet the great figures represented in the château's decoration. Explore the rooms of the château and learn more about this exceptional ensemble, which has yet to reveal all its secrets.
With Matteo Gianeselli, heritage curator.
As a means of demonstrating power and social standing, pavements and stained glass windows are indispensable in a 16th-century château. Coat of arms, numerals, putti or vegetables: these were the motifs that once adorned the château's decor.
With Aurélie Gerbier, Head Curator of Heritage.
Lots to do this weekend!
Dates and Opening Time
From September 20, 2025 to September 21, 2025
Location
Château d'Écouen - musée national de la Renaissance
Rue Jean Bullant
95440 Ecouen
Access
Transilien Line H Ecouen-Ezanville station
Prices
Free
Recommended age
For all
Official website
musee-renaissance.fr
