For this 42nd edition of the Journées du Patrimoine, join us at the Cinémathèque française on September 20 and 21, 2025. As every year, a unique cultural weekend awaits you. Scheduled throughout Europe, the Journées du Patrimoine aim to make as many cultural sites as possible accessible to as many people as possible. That's why you'll be able to gain free access to places that are usually closed to the public or subject to admission fees. This will be the case at the Cinémathèque, which is taking part in the festivities!
Journées du Patrimoine 2025 in Paris (75): full schedule of visits by arrondissement
For the Journées du Patrimoine 2025 in Paris, the capital's historic and artistic monuments and landmarks are opening their doors (often free of charge) to let us in on their secrets. Don't miss this not-to-be-missed event, scheduled for the weekend of September 20 and 21, 2025, on the theme of "Architectural Heritage". [Read more]
During the 42nd Journées du Patrimoine, discover the world of cinema in Paris and the Île-de-France region on September 20 and 21, 2025. Go behind the scenes and discover our selection of cinemas and museums dedicated to the seventh art! [Read more]
Surrounded by its vast lawns, the Cinémathèque française is a little corner of paradise cherished by cinephiles. Founded in 1936 by Henri Langlois and Georges Franju, the Cinémathèque française is dedicated to safeguarding and restoring the world's cinematographic heritage. And since 2021, a museum dedicated to the inventor of cinematic art, Georges Méliès, has opened its doors within the building, right in the heart of Bercy.
From film history and exhibitions to the great names of the 7th art and little-known anecdotes about filming, the Cinémathèque Française has plenty to delight lovers of the 7th art. Young and old alike are fascinated by the magic of cinema and the impressive collections of the Musée Méliès. Whether you're a cinephile or not, this exceptional weekend is the perfect opportunity to discover the Cinémathèque Française for free- but be warned, some events require compulsory registration!
A magician and inventor of special effects, Georges Méliès is the ideal guide to the history of cinema and special effects, from Metropolis to Hugo Cabret, from Moon Trip to Star Wars.
The Musée Méliès takes visitors on a fabulous journey of pleasure and wonder, through interactive devices, never-before-seen films, props, costumes and rare posters.
Saturday and Sunday, 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Please note that the 2pm to 4pm slots are reserved for games, accessible via this link: https: //bit.ly/JeuMuséeMéliès.
Embark on a fantastic voyage of discovery with an immersive investigation at the Musée Méliès. Question our actor-crew members and collect clues to discover the secret of the mysterious Selenite! A journey to be enjoyed alone or with friends and family.
Ages 7 and up. Duration 1 hr.
Saturday and Sunday, 2pm to 5pm, in the Musée Méliès.
Free with reservation: **https://bit.ly/JeuMuséeMéliès**
To round off your visit to the Méliès Museum, take part in a demonstration of green-screen faking and stop-motion techniques, frame by frame, in the film library's studios.
For families aged 6 and over
Saturday and Sunday, 2pm to 5pm. Free admission. Educational areas.
ITM students put make-up on children inspired by the films of Méliès.
Saturday and Sunday, 2pm to 5pm. Free admission. On the Mezzanine.
A selection of drawings, photographs, period magazines and models will provide an insight into the profession of chief decorator and an exceptional collection, focusing on Art Deco decor trends in films of the 1920s and 1930s.
Representation of architecture in cinema through Fritz Lang's film Metropolis, the construction of studio sets and the work of great decorators such as Alexandre Trauner, Jacques Saulnier and Pierre Guffroy, through to more recent achievements by contemporary decorators.
At the Film Library. Saturday, 2 pm to 6 pm. Free admission.
Shall we go, friends?
Dates and Opening Time
From September 20, 2025 to September 21, 2025
Location
Cinémathèque Française
51 Rue de Bercy
75012 Paris 12
Access
Metro Bercy (lines 6 and 14)
Prices
Free
Official website
www.cinematheque.fr
Journées du Patrimoine 2025 in Paris (75): full schedule of visits by arrondissement
Journées du Patrimoine 2025: visits for film buffs in Paris and the Île-de-France region
