Heritage Days 2026: a sound and light show at Château de Haute Maison (94)

During the Heritage Days, curious minds and budding historians have the chance to stroll through the capital and the Île-de-France region to learn more about the remarkable monuments that surround them. Over two days, September 19 and 20, 2026, a wide array of activities—often free—awaits you, whether you’re with family or friends, to discover churches, institutions, and unusual places!

In the Val-de-Marne, we head to Sucy-en-Brie, to discover le Haute-Maison Castle, a historic building from the 17th and 18th centuries. Since its purchase by the municipality in 1976, this edifice is no longer a private residence, as it now houses the Hôtel de Ville de Sucy-en-Brie! The site has medieval roots, originally hosting the "Maison de la Tour," ceded at the end of the 13th century by Dudon, the physician to King Saint Louis.

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In 1893, the estate was acquired by Ludovic Halévy, a renowned academic and the librettist of Georges Bizet’s Carmen as well as Offenbach’s operettas. He hosted distinguished guests there, including the impressionist painter Edgar Degas. The façades and roofs of the château have been listed as Historic Monuments since 1980. 

Heritage Days 2026: must-see spots to visit in Sucy-en-Brie (94)
For the 2026 Heritage Days, the town of Sucy-en-Brie is organizing a wide array of tours and events. A chance to discover the town from a new perspective on Saturday, September 19 and Sunday, September 20. We’ll share the program with you. [Read more]

The 2026 Heritage Days schedule at Château de Haute-Maison

• From Sainte-Amaranthe, bet it all on Love

  The Baladins du Val-de-Marne present a grand sound-and-light spectacular. Nearly 40 dedicated artists—actors, singers, dancers, and extras—take the stage at nightfall to deliver a breathtaking show.

  Discover the astonishing true tale of Louise and Émilie de Sainte-Amaranthe, who, in the midst of the French Revolution, became the muses of a gambling house tucked beneath the arches of the sultry Palais Royal. After winning over all of Paris, they moved to Sucy to escape revolutionary repression and let love triumph. A romantic adventure, a fairy-tale spectacle, and an extraordinary artistic experience.

  How to participate: Prices: €12–€15. Booking required | Special rate - https://www.baladins94.com/, 07 66 00 49 22

  Schedule: Saturday, September 19, 2026 – 9:00 PM ⤏ 11:00 PM | Sunday, September 20, 2026 – 9:00 PM ⤏ 11:00 PM