Every year, enthusiasts and curious people eager to discover new things get together to make the most of the Journées du Patrimoine. This not-to-be-missed annual event is a real cultural bonanza. During this exceptional weekend, usually the third in September, you can enjoy a rich program of events, often free of charge, at the heart of our heritage treasures. Museums, castles and monuments, as well as private sites such as ministries and embassies, lend themselves to the game, offering a weekend of guided and self-guided tours, original events and workshops for young and old alike.
So you can set off to conquer the most famous landmarks, or on the contrary, go in search of the capital's most secret monuments. If you're looking for a mysterious getaway, then get ready to (re)discover the underbelly of Paris. For the 42nd edition of the Journées du Patrimoine, the Catacombs are unveiling a special program to be experienced on the weekend of September 20 and 21, 2025. You'll be able to explore these ancient quarries, where the remains of over 6 million Parisians are stored.
The Catacombs of Paris, an unusual visit to the bowels of the capital
Have you ever ventured into the Catacombs of Paris? Let's go and discover this creepy brown place, known to all but where most have never been. A fascinating and historic site, a guided tour of the Catacombs is well worth the detour, as well as keeping you cool on hot days. [Read more]
The Catacombs of Paris are among the capital's most mysterious places. But how much do you really know about these ancient Parisian quarries? We reveal three unusual anecdotes about the Catacombs of Paris! [Read more]
Guided tour of the Catacombs "in First Empire mode
Opened to the public on July 1, 1809, under the First Empire, the Catacombs of Paris offer visitors a timeless stroll through a macabre, romantic setting. On this tour, you'll be accompanied by a guide who seems to have stepped straight out of that era.
Literary tour: the Catacombs in the letter
This underground walk, punctuated by texts and historical accounts, brings the Catacombs to life through the eyes of 18th-century commentators.
Saturday, September 21, 8:00 pm
Duration: 1h30
Dates and Opening Time
From September 20, 2025 to September 21, 2025
Location
Catacombs
1, place Denfert-Rochereau
75014 Paris 14
Official website
www.catacombes.paris.fr
The Catacombs of Paris, an unusual visit to the bowels of the capital
Did you know? 3 unusual anecdotes about the Paris catacombs
