Heritage Days 2026 at Château de Breteuil (Yvelines, 78), at the heart of Perrault’s fairy tales

Le Château de Breteuil, the place that draws us into the heart of Perrault's tales, will take part in Heritage Days on the weekend of September 19–20, 2026. Here’s the programme, but note: admission remains payable!

The Journées du Patrimoine kicks off the season as the go-to event for discovering—or re-discovering—the jewels of our history! Between hidden gems, must-see monuments to-die-for sights, and grand castles, why not set your sights on the sumptuous Château de Breteuil? For a weekend, the 19 and 20 September 2026, this magnificent estate unveils its special program.

We follow the footsteps of the history of the Château de Breteuil, its collections and its stunning 18th‑century furniture, which will carry you on a genuine time jump. It’s an ideal family outing, since the château invites visitors of all ages to dive into the tales of Charles Perrault through its famous scenography brought to life with 50 wax figures from the Musée Grévin. From Cinderella to Little Red Riding Hood, not forgetting Puss in Boots, it’s sure to bring out your inner child!

It's also an opportunity to stroll through the magnificent gardens of this 75-hectare estate. There's a French garden and an English garden known as the Jardin des Princes, as well as the famous labyrinth and a romantic park. A breath of fresh air in an idyllic setting in the heart of the Yvelines!

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The 2026 Heritage Days program at the Château de Breteuil:

Visit to the Château de Breteuil
Visit to the Château de Breteuil

Step into four centuries of history. From opulent reception rooms to the kitchens, bedrooms, and library, about fifteen rooms invite you to explore. Richly furnished and decorated, the interiors offer a charming window onto the past and pay tribute to the successive owners who safeguarded an extraordinary family legacy. As you wander, you’ll encounter Marie-Antoinette beside the Baron de Breteuil, Léon Gambetta, and the Prince of Wales relaxing in the smoking room, and Marcel Proust polishing his notes on a bed in the Laque bedroom. In some rooms, wax figures from the Grévin Museum revive episodes of French history and the family’s daily life. In others, a suggested presence of a resident ghost makes it feel as if someone has just stepped out minutes earlier...
Participation terms: Special rate
Hours: Saturday, September 19, 2026 — 11:00–12:00, 14:00–17:30 | Sunday, September 20, 2026 — 11:00–12:30, 14:00–17:30