Journées du Patrimoine 2025: visit the Paris Opera dance school in Nanterre

The European Heritage Days return to Paris and the Île-de-France region on the weekend of September 20 and 21, 2025. During this 42nd edition, thousands of sites open their doors to the general public, revealing their history and secrets. For the curious, it's a great opportunity to learn more about the cities that surround us, as well as the history of France.

During these Heritage Days, a wide variety of sites are open to visitors. All types of heritage are honored, whether artistic, architectural, gastronomic, sporting, musical, fashionable, artisanal... In fact, many of us take the opportunity to discover original places we wouldn't otherwise be able to see.

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If you're fascinated by the world of show business and dance, you absolutely must visit Nanterre during these Heritage Days. Here you'll find theParis Opera School of Dance: the school that trains tomorrow's most prestigious professional dancers.

It's sure to be a lovely visit! Be sure to check access conditions before the day of your visit: several sites are only accessible by reservation.

On the program for these visits to the Paris Opera dance school:

• Guided tour of the Paris Opera Ballet School
  Saturday, September 20, 2025 - 10:00 ⤏ 11:00, 11:00 ⤏ 12:00, 12:00 ⤏ 13:00, 14:00 ⤏ 15:00, 15:00 ⤏ 16:00, 16:00 ⤏ 17:00
  

  Based in Nanterre since 1987, the École de Danse de l'Opéra national de Paris is a source of inspiration for dancers the world over. An exceptional institution for its longevity and level of excellence, the École de Danse perpetuates the mission entrusted to it since its creation in the 18th century: to pass on the French tradition to future dancers, while teaching them today's techniques.

  On the occasion of the European Heritage Days, this extraordinary school opens its doors to you, allowing you to discover its history and how it works!

  Length of visit: 1 hour

  
  
  

Other great discoveries are scheduled for this special weekend in Nanterre.

Journées du Patrimoine 2025 in Nanterre (92): program of city tours
The Journées du Patrimoine (Heritage Days) are making a comeback on the weekend of September 20 and 21, 2025. The city of Nanterre, in the Hauts-de-Seine region of France, unveils its program of visits and events for this not-to-be-missed event. [Read more]