Since 1984, the European Heritage Days have been a key event in the French and European cultural calendar. Like every year, this September weekend invites you to discover cultural sites of all kinds: theaters, museums, cinemas, monuments and much more. The advantage: it's completely free! So bring the whole family! What's more, you can visit places that are usually closed to the public. This year, the 42nd edition will take place on Saturday September 20 and Sunday September 21, 2025.
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 new Journées du Patrimoine in Paris, theaters and concert halls are opening their doors free of charge to reveal what goes on behind the scenes, on Saturday September 20 and Sunday September 21, 2025. Shall we sneak on stage, folks? [Read more]
To make the most of the Journées du Patrimoine in Paris and the Île-de-France region, here are 10 not-to-be-missed events on Saturday September 20 and Sunday September 21, 2025! Discover the weekend program. [Read more]
Once again this year, theOdéon - théâtre de l'Europe will be taking part. Founded in 1782, this theater has had many names in its history. The most important thing to remember is that it is one of France's five national theaters. It's an Italian-style venue steeped in almost 250 years of history. Some of the greatest plays in French literature have been staged here: The Marriage of Figaro, Ruy Blas, The Merchant of Venice, Rhinoceros and many others.
Its stage has welcomed great actors, and its architecture makes it a historic monument. This Italian-style theater boasts a neo-classical façade. Take a behind-the-scenes look at this not-to-be-missed cultural site in Paris, thanks to the Heritage Days tours.
Discover the history, architecture and backstage features of a national theater.
The Odéon-Théâtre de l'Europe was built in 1782. It was the first monumental Parisian building devoted entirely to the art of theater. The Italian-style auditorium, the largest in Paris at the time, could accommodate 1,913 people; today it seats 800. The Odéon was listed as a historic monument on October 7, 1947.
What could be better?
Dates and Opening Time
On September 20, 2025
Location
Odéon Théâtre de l'Europe
Place de l'Odéon
75006 Paris 6
Access
Metro Odéon
Prices
Free
Official website
www.theatre-odeon.eu
More information
Tours depart every half-hour
Journées du Patrimoine 2025 in Paris (75): full schedule of visits by arrondissement
Journées du Patrimoine 2025: the program at Paris theaters and concert halls
Journées du Patrimoine 2025: 10 must-see events in Paris
