Heritage Days 2026 at the Embassy of Italy in France: the secrets of a splendid townhouse

Clear some space in your weekend... On September 19 and 20, 2026, Île-de-France becomes the stage for a must-attend cultural event as the 43rd edition of the Heritage Days unfolds! The event, 100% free, invites the curious to explore châteaux, monuments and musées, to push open the doors of historic sites rarely accessible and to wander through hidden gardens usually kept secret. Two days of escape and discovery, offering a fresh view of the region!

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Among the spots not to miss, the Italian Embassy in France opens up exceptionally on Saturday, September 19. Located in the Hôtel de Boisgelin (also known as La Rochefoucauld-Doudeauville or de Janvry), an elegant hôtel particulier in the 7th arrondissement built in 1732 by architect Jean-Sylvain Cartaud, this jewel of Parisian heritage has withstood the test of time and counted among its owners figures such as Cardinal de Boisgelin and the Duke of Doudeauville. Reworked at the end of the 19th century, it now houses, among other things, a polychrome marble staircase inspired by Versailles, a winter garden, a chapel, and wood paneling from the Château de Bercy.

Since 1938, the hotel has been home to theItalian Embassy, in return for the French Embassy's use of the Farnese Palace in Rome. On this exclusive tour, you'll discover a sumptuous blend of Italian art and French heritage, with some areas listed as Monuments Historiques.

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2026 Heritage Days program at the Italian Embassy in France:

• Self-guided tour

  Self-guided tour of the Embassy Residence salons (ground floor, first floor, and garden). Lasting about 45 minutes, the route is clearly signposted. In addition to a downloadable historico-artistic brochure accessible via a QR code on your smartphone, panels will be on display in the salons throughout the visit.

  Participation conditions: Pre-registration required - registration link available in September - Free | Booking mandatory - https://journeesdupatrimoine.culture.gouv.fr/

  Hours: Saturday, September 19, 2026 — 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM

Le programme est mis à jour en fonction des annonces officielles.

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