Journées du Patrimoine 2025: (re)discover Montmartre's secrets on a guided tour

Published by Cécile de Sortiraparis, Rizhlaine de Sortiraparis · Photos by My de Sortiraparis · Updated on September 20, 2025 at 06:16 p.m. · Published on July 27, 2023 at 06:11 p.m.
Would you like to take part in a guided tour and learn more about Montmartre and the surrounding area? Then take part in these guided tours during the Journées du Patrimoine, on September 20 and 21, 2025. Ready to discover the secrets of the famous hilltop?

Established in 1984 by Jack Lang, the Journées du Patrimoine (Heritage Days) aim to highlight the richness, diversity and eccentricity of the cultural jewels that surround us. During this special weekend, numerous sites open their doors to the public, enabling us to share these beauties and our common history with as many people as possible.

The Journées du Patrimoine are also an opportunity to shine the spotlight on little-known places. In Paris and the Ile-de-France region, there are many hidden gems , sometimes right under our noses! That's why a number of cultural players are committed to helping us (re)discover our city's neighborhoods. Thought you knew everything about Montmartre? Prepare to be surprised...

On September 20 and 21, 2025, the café littéraire Le Petit Ney will be offering free strolls through the streets of the Montmartre district. This café, located on avenue de la Porte Montparnasse, symbolizes the festive and artistic spirit of this small corner of Paris: local residents take turns to run this cultural and friendly venue, for the enjoyment of all.

For the Journées du Patrimoine, the café is offering guided tours, revealing the secret stories behind the buildings that surround us... Reservations are strongly recommended for these guided tours, so don't delay!

The program for the Journées du Patrimoine 2025 includes:

  • Neighborhood tour: Cité Blémont
    Saturday, September 20, 2025 - 11:00 ⤏ 13:00

    From the insalubrious islet to the Cité Blémont. Come and discover the life of this red-brick complex near rue du Poteau, with testimonials from residents past and present.



  • Flea Market Tour
    Saturday, September 20, 2025 - 11:00 ⤏ 13:00

    Step back in time on a stroll from the Carré des Biffins to the World Antiques Market.



  • Neighborhood tour: La Moskowa
    Saturday, September 20, 2025 - 15:00 ⤏ 17:00

    Come and discover the history of La Moskowa, in the shadow of the hilltop. From a suburb founded in the mid-19th century, to a new housing development rebuilt at the dawn of the 2000s.



  • Neighborhood tour: Porte de Montmartre / Porte de Clignancourt
    Saturday, September 20, 2025 - 15:00 ⤏ 16:30

    Come and discover the history of La Zone and the HBM, and the evolution of this neighborhood up to the new îlot Binet.



Get out your sneakers and let's go for a stroll through the twists and turns of the 18th arrondissement!

Practical information

Dates and Opening Time
From September 20, 2025 to September 21, 2025

× Approximate opening times: to confirm opening times, please contact the establishment.

    Location

    10, avenue de la Porte de Montmartre
    75018 Paris 18

    Route planner

    Access
    M°Porte de Clignancourt

    Prices
    Free

    Booking
    lecafelitteraire@lepetitney.fr

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