Mark your calendars ... The Journées du Patrimoine (Heritage Days) are back this autumn to celebrate culture with a host of exciting events! And, as every year, Paris and the Île-de-France region are at the top of the cultural event's itinerary. In the Yvelines, from Versailles to Saint-Germain-en-Laye, via Rambouillet and Le Vésinet, a fabulous journey through time awaits you. During this exceptional weekend, from September 20 to 21, 2025, majestic châteaux, century-old churches, fascinating museums and exceptional historic sites open their doors to the public free of charge, revealing unsuspected treasures. Don't miss this opportunity to discover the history, art and heritage that make this region so rich!
To see life in green during the Journées du Patrimoine 2025, head for Le Vésinet, a magnificent commune in the Yvelines with a fascinating history! Founded in the 19th century, this charming garden city was designed by engineer James Edmund Tarbé to accommodate a wealthy population in search of tranquillity. Its sumptuous mansions, surrounded by vast parks, seduced Parisian high society. Le Vésinet became a haven for artists, writers and intellectuals. The beauty of its landscapes, punctuated by lakes and rivers, made it an ever-evolving place of inspiration. Today, Le Vésinet still radiates its historical heritage and friendly atmosphere, captivating the hearts of all who discover it!
Journées du Patrimoine 2025 in Le Vésinet (78): visit the Wood Cottage, a witch's cottage in style
For the Journées du Patrimoine 2025, take a look at the Wood Cottage, an architectural gem in the town of Le Vésinet that looks like something out of a fantasy film. Discover the program! [Read more]
Journées du Patrimoine 2025 in Le Vésinet (78) : the program at Villa Beau-Chêne, home of Josephine Baker
For the Journées du Patrimoine 2025, head to Le Vésinet (78) to discover the sumptuous Villa Beau-Chêne, or Josephine Baker's Villa, on Saturday, September 20. A rare opportunity to plunge into the intimacy of the music-hall icon, as close as possible to her memories. Here's the program! [Read more]
Marcel Gotlib Library
Lecture on Impressionism using the Micro-Folie device (digital museum).
Starting with Claude Monet's "Saint-Lazare station", plunge into the world of the Impressionists.
Hosted by Emmanuelle Loizeau
Using Claude Monet's "Water Lilies" as a starting point, children will discover the Impressionist movement.
This educational workshop will serve as a starting point and inspiration for the young participants to create a collective fresco.
Led by Céline Petitet
Church of Sainte Marguerite
Self-guided tour of Sainte-Marguerite church, listed as a historic monument in 2016
Visit to Sainte-Marguerite church guided by a parish volunteer
Church of Saint Pauline
Self-guided tour of Sainte-Pauline church
Guided tours by Jean-Paul Debeaupuis, Société d'Initiative de Défense du Site du Vésinet.
Both exhibitions are included in the tour.
The Asile Impérial, built by architect Laval at the request of Napoleon III and inaugurated in 1859, is little-known.
With its 31-hectare surface area, chapel, workshops, vegetable garden and dairy farm, the establishment was self-sufficient and offered its residents the possibility of complete rest in an unspoilt setting.
Inaugurated in 1859 by the Duke of Padua, it welcomed convalescent female workers.
In 1949, it became an Établissement National de Convalescence, and in 1993 was renamed Hôpital du Vésinet.
Exhibition on the Princesse district by the Société d'Histoire du Vésinet
Exhibitions in the hospital auditorium
Exhibition "1859: l'Inauguration de l'Asile Impérial du Vésinet" by the Société d'Histoire du Vésinet et de la Mémoire de Croissy.
Exhibitions in the hospital auditorium
Horizons Alchimiques concert - by Duo Tiphéret
Organized by the association L'Esprit musical
Jessica Naïm, soprano, and Jonathan Bénichou, piano, present a program featuring works by Rameau, Haendel, Schubert, Fauré, Dvorak, Liszt and Glière.
Ibis Island
Guided tour by Mr. Bercovici, member of the Société d'Initiative et de Défense du Site du Vésinet, and Mr. Ashanti, who is in charge of Le Vésinet's tree heritage.
Come and discover the hundred or so different species of trees on and around the Ile des Ibis.
Vesinet Town Hall
Guided tour of Le Vésinet town hall by an elected official
Introducing the philosopher Alain, his work and the house where he lived for the last 34 years of his life.
Conference "Eloge des préjugés chez Alain" by Emmanuel Blondet, literary director of the Institut Alain
Café philo on the theme of "Education according to Alain", hosted by Frédéric Baumer, secretary of the Alain Institute.
Pink Palace
Conference on the Palais Rose, listed as a historic monument since 2000.
Hosted by Lain-Marie Foy, Honorary Mayor of Le Vésinet and President of the Société d'Histoire du Vésinet.
Temple du Vésinet
Guided tour of the Temple du Vésinet
Concert in tribute to Camille Saint-Saens, benefactor of the Protestant church
Théâtre du Vésinet Alain Jonemann
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Villa La Bonne Lucie
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For the Journées du Patrimoine, treat yourself to a bucolic getaway just a stone's throw from Paris!
Dates and Opening Time
From September 20, 2025 to September 21, 2025
Location
Le Vésinet
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78110 Vesinet (Le)
Prices
Free
