Journées du Patrimoine 2025 at the Cour des Comptes in Paris: the weekend programme

The Journées du Patrimoine (Heritage Days) are back again this weekend, September 20 and 21, 2025, in Paris and the Ile-de-France region! It's the perfect opportunity to discover the secrets of the capital's major institutions, including the Cour des Comptes, which is unveiling an exciting program of visits and events.

The Journées du Patrimoine is theevent not to be missed this autumn! On the weekend of September 20 and 21, 2025, the 42nd edition of this annual event will be held in Paris and the Ile-de-France region. It's an opportunity to discover our heritage in a whole new way, with tours that are generally free of charge, new activities and other surprises.

Just imagine: for a weekend, the most beautiful museums, monuments and castles reveal their secrets to you. You can even take advantage of unprecedented tours of places that are usually closed to the public! You won't want to miss out.

Journées du Patrimoine 2025: discover the great institutions of Paris and the Île-de-France region
For the 2025 edition of the Journées du Patrimoine in Paris, major institutions are opening their doors to us this weekend, September 20 and 21, 2025. From the Banque de France to the Cour des Comptes and the French Ministries, you'll be able to take in all the secrets. [Read more]

Journées du Patrimoine 2025: not-to-be-missed historic monuments in Paris and the Île-de-France region
The historic monuments of Paris and the Île-de-France region open their doors to you for the 42nd European Heritage Days. This Saturday, September 20 and Sunday, September 21, 2025, come and discover these jewels of history, through attractive programs for the whole family. [Read more]

If you're keen to unravel the mysteries of France's great institutions, then the Cour des Comptes is a must. Founded by Napoleon^1st in 1807, this institution is known for overseeing the regulation of public accounts, the State, national public establishments, public companies and social security.

This building, located in the Palais Cambon, has been very well preserved, allowing us to admire some very fine works dating back to the beginning of the 20th century. The building was built specifically to house the Cour des Comptes (French Court of Audit): its architecture reflects this institution, through various symbols and allegories that the discerning eye will be able to decipher.

To discover this magnificent building, and the institution it houses, you'll have to push open the doors of the Palais Cambon, listed as a Historic Monument, which awaits you in the 1st arrondissement of Paris.