Once again this year, the Château de Fontainebleau is opening its doors to the curious for a weekend, on the occasion of the Journées du Patrimoine 2025. Don't miss these lively days in the château and its grounds on September 20 and 21.
The 800-year-old château has seen a succession of the greatest kings, princes and dukes of France and Europe. The historic monument was a "family home"to the kings of France, in the same way as the Château de Rambouillet, the Château de Saint-Germain-en-Laye and the Château de Versailles.
Château de Fontainebleau, the second home of the Kings of France
The Château de Fontainebleau invites you to discover its spaces and its history. Come and admire this superb château, with its medieval and classical styles, and its ornate gardens covering more than 130 hectares. [Read more]
The Château de Fontainebleau, which became an imperial palace after the French Revolution, was refurbished by Napoleon I, and features the only surviving Napoleonic throne room. It continued to be used by kings and emperors until the reign of Napoleon III and Eugénie!
Today, the Renaissance-style château and its grounds are popular with tourists, who come to admire the palace's 1,500 decorated and furnished rooms, as well as the various exhibitions on display. Events and celebrations throughout the year give visitors the chance to discover the palace in a whole new light.
In September, the Journées du Patrimoine (Heritage Days ) give us the opportunity to enjoy this exceptional monument and its treasures. Discover the activities and workshops planned for this weekend of free visits.
Château de Fontainebleau
During these two exceptional days, the Château de Fontainebleau invites you to immerse yourself in the heart of its cultural, historical, architectural and artistic heritage, enabling as many people as possible to discover its knowledge and know-how.
Whether you're interested in a guided tour or a visit to a normally closed space, following in the footsteps of kings or looking for graffiti, concerts, dance performances or a vintage car exhibition, come and take advantage of these two days to (re)discover the Château de Fontainebleau from a whole new angle!
Free admission
Jardin Anglais at the Château de Fontainebleau
Le programme est mis à jour en fonction des annonces officielles.
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Dates and Opening Time
From September 20, 2025 to September 21, 2025
Location
Château de Fontainebleau
77300 Fontainebleau
77300 Fontainebleau
Prices
Free
Official website
www.chateaudefontainebleau.fr
More information
Opening hours: 9.30 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Château de Fontainebleau, the second home of the Kings of France
