Attention art, history and culture lovers! An unforgettable journey awaits you in the heart ofArgenteuil in the Val-d'Oise during the Journées du Patrimoine, on September 20 and 21, 2025. This prestigious event, celebrated throughout France, invites young and old alike to delve into the hidden treasures of our cultural, architectural and historical heritage.
The Journées du Patrimoine (Heritage Days), a brilliant and daring concept, open the doors to monuments, museums and other buildings that often contain unsuspected wonders. It's the perfect opportunity to discover or rediscover places steeped in history, accessible for just a few days.
In Argenteuil, a city of art and history, culture is not to be outdone. From the banks of the Seine to the picturesque alleyways, this commune is brimming with treasures. The Basilique Saint-Denys, thehistoric Cavaillé-Coll organ and the Musée Sauvage are just some of the jewels in the town's cultural crown. From painting to music to architecture, Argenteuil never ceases to charm and amaze.
But what would Argenteuil be without its rich and fascinating history? Once a prized resort for kings, the town has been immortalized by great artists such as Monet, whose house is well worth a visit. Argenteuil is also home to one of France's oldest abbeys, founded in the 7th century. Its vineyards, bucolic landscapes and industrial heritage are just some of the facets that define the identity of this multi-faceted town.
In short, the Argenteuil Heritage Days are much more than just an event: they're an invitation to escape, to discover and to be enchanted. Whether you're a novice or a seasoned connoisseur, prepare to be seduced by this unique cultural journey, in a town where every stone, every painting, every note of music tells a story. Argenteuil awaits you for an unforgettable journey through time and art!
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Municipal Archives
The tasting workshop proposed by the central kitchen will introduce you to original flavors based on plants: on the menu, desserts and drinks to delight the palates of young and old alike.
Come and discover Argenteuil's municipal archives: unpublished collections and architectural items rarely on public display.
A fun prelude to test your knowledge of local history and heritage: can you unlock the secrets of the archives?
With a full guided tour at 3pm and 5pm.
The municipal archives are open between 2pm and 6pm for impromptu visits.
Come and discover a calligrapher's workshop at the Archives municpales: you'll be able to make a Gallo-metallic vegetable ink, used since the Middle Ages. And practice the art of the belle pume.
Archives Municipales and Médiathèque Elsa Triolet et Aragon
An immersive recreation of the Citytoon episodes: with virtual reality headsets, explore the history of the city of Argenteuil with Léo and Lia in a fun and original way.
Saint-Denys Basilica
Pulse is the beating of the heart, the vibration of the body in space, the momentum of a suspended moment. On the square in front of the Basilique Saint-Denys, an immense nine-metre bouncing space, a spectacular playground for six acrobats. Between aerial ballet and meticulous synchronization, the bodies rise, soar and respond to each other in electrifying acrobatic choreography. The show is played out and shared under the open sky, like a common beat that makes the moment pulsate!
Discover the neo-Romanesque architecture of this 19th-century building by Théodore Ballu. Take advantage of this unique opportunity to discover the basilica's many treasures.
Meet 15 min before the tour starts on the basilica forecourt.
Saint-Ferdinand Church
Discover the garden city of Orgemont and its (a)typical architecture. Stroll along the horseshoe-shaped streets of this emblematic site, which was considered the ideal garden city when it was built.
Meet in front of Saint-Ferdinand church, 15 minutes before the tour starts.
The Abbey garden workshop
The City of Argenteuil invites you to discover Végétale, an immersive exhibition dedicated to the wealth of plant life in our region. Through a sensitive and well-documented journey, explore the many facets of nature in Argenteuil: from the city's agricultural heyday to garden cities and artistic creations inspired by plants. Fruits, figs, parks, shared gardens, floral motifs, unpublished archives and prestigious partnerships make up a lively fresco of our relationship with nature, from yesterday to today. An exhibition for the whole family, celebrating the history, beauty and challenges of our natural environment.
Come and meet our cultural mediators and ask them all your questions about the remains of Notre-Dame d'Argenteuil abbey.
Come and discover the "Végétale" exhibition with a guide.
Meet 15 minutes before the start of the tour at the reception desk.
Inspired by the ancient botanical plates that have survived the centuries, we invite you to a creative and poetic workshop: the textile herbarium. Young and old alike can create their own piece of plant art by customizing a tote bag with leaves and flowers collected in the abbey gardens. Vine leaves, fig trees and other botanical treasures will be in the spotlight, echoing the town's rich agricultural past and the Végétale exhibition.
Last admission at 6pm.
Take a guided tour and discover the remains of Notre-Dame Abbey: a historic site dating back to the 7th century. Explore the ruins of the crypt, chapter house and cloister, uncovered during excavations in 1989 and 1994. Soak up the atmosphere of this landmark in Argenteuil's history.
Meet at the welcome desk 15 min before the guided tour starts.
Discover a discreet but fascinating heritage: decorative ceramics in Argenteuil's architecture. This tour takes you from the 19th century to the post-war period, through facades in flamed stoneware, colorful mosaics and glazed bricks. From the bains-douches to the Hôtel des postes, explore the inventiveness of architects and the ornamental richness of a forgotten material.
Meet at the workshop reception desk 15 minutes before the tour begins.
L'Hôtel de Ville
Explore the city's streets in search of plants in street art. Take advantage of electric bikes and a guide to discover some of the most emblematic works of art in the city's open-air museum. You can, for example, admire a fresco by Sckaro or Hopare during your ride.
This tour is reserved for people over 16.
Climb aboard a little electric train for a guided tour of Argenteuil's architecture and its dialogue with nature. A journey in harmony between building and landscape, where architecture reveals its many faces.
Tours depart every hour. Last departure at 6 p.m.
Pick up your tickets at the information desk in the grounds of the town hall.
Depart from the Robida parking lot behind the town hall.
Ensemble Sérénade à trois brings together three musicians: Matthieu de Laubier (baritone), Florentino Calvo (mandolin) and Jean-Marc Zvellenreuther (guitar) in a program that celebrates melody.
From the mists of German Romanticism to the sunshine of Italy, via Spanish songs, the trio invites you on a journey rich in sound and color, from intimate to dazzling...
Free admission, subject to availability.
Le Musée Sauvage
To mark the European Heritage Days, the Musée Sauvage is offering a free model-making workshop using recycled materials (open to the public on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays of the month).
Take a behind-the-scenes look at the Musée Sauvage in the company of our cultural mediator, who will tell you all about the history of the place and what you can find there today!
Come and take inspiration from the architecture of the Musée Sauvage to design the museum of your dreams!
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Dates and Opening Time
From September 20, 2025 to September 21, 2025
Location
Argenteuil
95100 Argenteuil
95100 Argenteuil
Access
Transilien line J "gare d'Argenteuil" station
Prices
Free
Official website
www.argenteuil.fr
