A 17th‑century church, an old castle, Gaulish‑Roman remains, an architect’s house, a work of art hidden in the forest... In France, nearly every town and village hosts a historical treasure or a curiosity. For a weekend, this heritage—known or less so—is brought into the spotlight: the Journées du Patrimoine invites us to rediscover all these gems hiding right under our noses, often without us realizing it.
This major event that kicks off September always sparks the curiosity of thousands. History and architecture enthusiasts, art lovers, nature fans, or simply the curious, everyone has a good reason to join these Heritage Days.
You live in the Val d'Oise and you want to learn more about your department? You're passing through the area and a monument or a charming little town has caught your eye? Like you, make the most of Heritage Days to fill up on visits and discoveries. In the 95, the town of Taverny awaits to reveal its treasures and its history. Here are the tours on the program for this weekend of September 19 and 20, 2026.
Fire and Rescue Centre
Visit to the Taverny Fire and Rescue Center
Come behind the scenes at a fire station and meet the team to learn more about the gear and the centre’s operations.
Participation requirements: Free of charge
Schedule: Friday, September 18, 2026 — 10:00–11:30, 14:00–15:30
Tour through Taverny
Photography Exhibition: Taverny Goes Back in Time
### Photographic Exhibition: "Taverny Turns Back Time"
Discover Taverny’s history by comparing yesterday’s landscapes with today’s. The exhibition invites you to visit the exact spots where old photos were originally taken and reinterpreted within the urban space. Standing in the same places as the photographers of yesteryear, you’ll observe how the city, its heritage, and its neighborhoods have evolved over the decades.
Conditions of participation: Free | No reservation required
Hours : Saturday, September 19, 2026, 12:01 AM–11:59 PM | Sunday, September 20, 2026, 12:01 AM–11:59 PM
Notre-Dame Church
Guided walk through the church (altarpiece, upper galleries and organ)
Guided walk of the church (altarpiece, attic spaces, and organ).
Led by Laure Gauffre, an art historian specializing in Notre-Dame de Taverny, this guided tour will reveal the church’s secrets—from its timber framing to its stained glass—along with a close look at the organ.
Conditions of participation: Free | No reservation required
Timings: Saturday, September 19, 2026 — 10:00 AM to 12:30 PM
SNCF train station
Taverny, as seen in vintage postcards
### Exhibition of panels “Taverny Through Old Postcards” at the Taverny SNCF station (the platform toward Paris).
As part of a partnership with SNCF, a photography exhibition created in collaboration with the Taverny Genealogical Association will be displayed on the station platforms to showcase the city’s heritage.
Participation requirements: Free | No reservation required
Hours: Saturday, September 19, 2026 - 06:30 ⤏ 20:30 | Sunday, September 20, 2026 - 06:30 ⤏ 20:30
Les Temps Modernes Media Library
Books on Taverny’s Heritage for Sale
Acquire books dedicated to the city’s history and to the testimonies of Tabernaciens.
Participation terms: No reservation required | Special rate
Schedule: Friday, 18 September 2026 — 10:00 ⤏ 12:30, 14:30 ⤏ 18:30 | Saturday, 19 September 2026 — 10:00 ⤏ 12:30, 14:30 ⤏ 18:30
Taverny’s Micro-Folie
Artifact Hunt: In the Footsteps of the Gallo-Romans.
Artifact Hunt: In the Footsteps of the Gallo-Romans (Gallo-Roman cave, slab A115) – several 1.5-hour sessions. Meeting point at Micro-Folie.
This project targets students, aiming to raise awareness of archaeology and local history through an immersive and playful activity: an artifact hunt inspired by Gallo-Roman digs carried out in Taverny, notably around the discovery of the Gallo-Roman cave.
Participation terms: Free of charge
Timings: Friday, September 18, 2026 — 10:30 AM–12:00 PM, 2:30 PM–4:00 PM | Saturday, September 19, 2026 — 2:30 PM–4:00 PM
The Madeleine Renaud Theatre
A Tour of the Madeleine-Renaud Theatre and Its Recording Studios
At 10:00 and 11:00 / Two 45-minute sessions.
Guided tour to explore the theatre, how it operates, and its architecture. Come behind the scenes to discover spaces usually closed to the public (stage, control room, dressing rooms…) and get a glimpse of the workings of the cultural season. Through this visit, the theatre reveals itself not only as a venue for shows but also as a structural hub, reflecting architectural, cultural, and social choices.
Limited to 15 participants per session.
Register at the box office at 01 34 18 65 10 or at [tmr](mailto:tmr@ville-taverny.fr)
Participation conditions: Booking required | Free of charge — 01 34 18 65 10, tmr@ville-taverny.fr
Schedule: Saturday, September 19, 2026 — 10:00–11:00, 11:00–12:00
A lovely weekend ahead in this corner of Val-d'Oise!
Dates and Opening Time
From September 19, 2026 to September 20, 2026
Location
Taverny Town Hall
2 place charles de gaulle 95150 taverny
95150 Taverny
Route planner
Official website
journeesdupatrimoine.culture.gouv.fr
