A major shoemaker reveals its Paris townhouse for Heritage Days 2026.

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Paris and the Île-de-France region are set to follow in the footsteps of their history for a weekend, as the region’s most secret addresses finally crack open their doors. Museums, castles, private mansions, or fashion houses will be accessible through free tours, special openings, and activities designed to put the region’s heritage in the spotlight. This grand cultural stroll will take place for the European Heritage Days, 19 and 20 September 2026. This year, Maison Roger Vivier is joining in and opens the doors to a place where heritage and elegance move in step.

Heritage Days 2026 in the temples of fashion, luxury and beauty
Heritage Days 2026 in Paris take place this weekend, September 19–20, 2026. To mark the occasion, we invite you to discover Paris's fashion temples that are opening their doors. The secrets of the couture houses and flagship department stores are waiting for you! [Read more]

The tour leads to 98, rue de l’Université, on the left bank, in an 18th‑century townhouse that became the label’s new Parisian showcase in 2025. Salons, archives, a design studio and spaces devoted to Roger Vivier's craftsmanship form a route that stays close to the world of this French shoemaker, famous for reshaping the silhouette of the stiletto in the 20th century. Sculpted heels, bold lines and buckles that became signatures helped shape his style, notably through his collaborations with the house of Dior. From sketches to iconic models, the venue traces the thread of a story where invention always keeps one foot in Parisian elegance.

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Heritage Days 2026 program at the Roger Vivier House:

• A Tour of the Roger Vivier House and Its Archives

  On the occasion of the European Heritage Days, Maison Vivier opens the doors to its new headquarters for the first time—a refined 18th‑century townhouse in the heart of Saint‑Germain‑des‑Prés.

  More than a workplace, this residence embodies the spirit of the Maison, where heritage and innovation meet in a constant dialogue between the past and contemporary creation.

  The journey unfolds through a sequence of unique spaces that reveal the many facets of the Vivier identity. The Heritage Salon spotlights Roger Vivier’s iconic creations through archival pieces, photographs, and design objects. The Vivier Salon captures the founder’s eclectic, refined universe, where artistic, cultural, and aesthetic influences converge. Finally, the Archives Room opens to the public, unveiling more than a thousand treasures that trace the Maison’s history, from commissions for Princess Soraya to designs immortalized by Catherine Deneuve.

  Through its salons and archives, Maison Vivier brings Roger Vivier’s visionary spirit to life while celebrating a distinctive heritage, exceptional craftsmanship, and a creativity that continues to evolve.

  Participation conditions: Registration opens in September 2026. Tours reserved for registered visitors. A valid ID is required. A maximum of 15 people per time slot. No waitlist and no entry without a reservation. Children - Free | Reservation required - https://www.rogervivier.com/fr-fr/journee-du-patrimoine-rogervivier/

  Hours: Saturday, September 19, 2026 from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM | Sunday, September 20, 2026 from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM