Heritage Days 2023: discover the History of Chevreuse through its monuments (78)

Take advantage of the Journées du Patrimoine 2023 to discover the beautiful town of Chevreuse, in the Yvelines department. Join us on September 16 and 17, 2023 to visit the town's finest monuments.

Looking for great ways to enjoy the Journées du Patrimoine 2023? Surrounded by trees, set in the Vallée de Chevreuse nature park and crossed by the Yvette river, the town of Chevreuse is a haven of peace in the heart of nature, already well known to cyclists and hikers. But the Yvelines town has much more to offer! In addition to its plant heritage, Chevreuse also boasts a vast cultural heritage, which is reflected in the various monuments that adorn the town.

Castle, church, priory, remains of ancient buildings: the history of the region is revealed in these magnificent buildings, which have survived the centuries to give us a fleeting glimpse of the past. Come and discover these exceptional sites on September 16 and 17, 2023: on the occasion of the Journées du Patrimoine (Heritage Days), several Chevreuse monuments are opening their doors to the public for a weekend of discovery and entertainment.

But how and why are these monuments preparing special tours for this September weekend? Like thousands of others in France, these sites are taking part in the Journées du Patrimoine, an annual cultural event that allows us to discover all the historical and heritage treasures that adorn our regions. A not-to-be-missed event for the curious and culture-loving!