The Journées du Patrimoine (Heritage Days) are the highlight of the new cultural season. Every year, this European event invites us to rediscover the treasures of our heritage through a canonically rich program of new openings, free tours and unusual events. In Paris and the Île-de-France region, you won't want to miss out! Next dates: the weekend of September 20 and 21, 2025.
If you're keen to take advantage of the exceptional openings that await us at each edition of the Journées du Patrimoine, then how about setting off to conquer the ministries? This time, we're taking you to the heart of the Ministry of Agriculture, in Paris's 7th arrondissement, at theHôtel de Villeroy.
Built in 1724 byarchitect François Debias-Aubry, this mansion was assigned to various government departments in 1805, and became home to the Ministry of Agriculture in 1870. Among its treasures is the Salle Sully, or Salle des Commissions, featuring frescoes by the painter Sinibaldi depicting allegories of commerce and agriculture. Well worth the detour, don't you think? So wait until you see the program:
The Ministry of Agriculture and Food Sovereignty will open its doors to you on Saturday from 12pm to 7pm and on Sunday from 10am to 6pm. Come and discover the riches of our architectural and food heritage.
An architectural heritage steeped in history
Discover places steeped in history, usually closed to the public!
- L'hôtel de Villeroy: A remarkable building that has served the Ministry of Agriculture since 1881.
- Salle Sully: Admire the frescoes by Paul Sinibaldin, a pupil of Canabel, celebrating commerce, industry (1898) and agriculture (1901).
- The Parmentier statue: A tribute to Antoine Augustin Parmentier, pioneer of food chemistry and agrobiology, known for promoting the nutritional virtues of the potato.
A living garden in the heart of Paris
Oxygenate yourself in a green setting in the heart of the 7th arrondissement!
- The kitchen garden: Discover a variety of vegetables and aromatic herbs (tomatoes, cabbages, squash, lettuces, chives, basil, oregano, verbena). Pierre, the ministry's head gardener, will share his tips for natural gardening, in the city as in the country.
- The tallest tree in Paris: A century-old Oriental plane tree, over 30 metres high, stands guard over the grounds of the Hôtel de Villeroy.
- Musical entertainment on Sunday morning by trumpeters from the Office National des Forêts.
Local produce market
Take advantage of this opportunity to shop at the Ministry!
The farms of the agricultural high schools will be offering a variety of local produce: charcuterie, wines, cheeses, pâtés, foie gras and champagnes.
Don't miss this not-to-be-missed opportunity to discover, taste and share the treasures of our food heritage.
Cultural education in agricultural education: 60 years of creativity!
Come and discover sociocultural education, one of the special features of agricultural education.
In 2025, this unique form of education celebrates 60 years of commitment to opening up young people to culture.
Come and admire a lively and inspiring exhibition highlighting the talents of our students and the involvement of their teachers in a variety of artistic projects.
Dates and Opening Time
From September 20, 2025 to September 21, 2025
Location
Ministry of Agriculture
78 Rue de Varenne
75007 Paris 7
Access
Varenne M°7
Prices
Free
