The 43rd Heritage Days in Paris take place over the weekend of September 19–20, 2026. On this occasion, museums, monuments, castles and major institutions will throw open their doors to reveal the wealth and beauty of Île-de-France's heritage.
It's also a chance to rediscover the history of Paris's parks and gardens and of the entire Île-de-France, and to be surprised by tucked-away green corners. From the largest cemetery in Paris to the most beautiful castles, via the small secret gardens, here’s plenty to enjoy a breath of fresh air during these Heritage Days 2026!
Every year, the European Heritage Days give us the opportunity to visit the most beautiful sites in France and neighbouring countries, free of charge or at a reduced cost. This major cultural event is an opportunity to push open the doors of monuments usually closed to the public, or to rediscover those we thought we already knew by heart.
Craving a stroll among flowers and fountains in the finest parks and gardens of Paris and Île-de-France? Here’s a selection of green spaces taking part in this 43rd edition of Heritage Days.
Heritage Days 2026 at Jean Cocteau's House in Essonne (91): program
Heritage Days 2026 kick off this weekend, September 19–20, 2026, in Paris and the Île-de-France region. In Milly-la-Forêt, Essonne, the Maison Jean Cocteau invites you to a rich program of tours. [Read more]
Special openings and a performance at Domaine de Chamarande for Heritage Days 2026
Looking for a great family outing during Heritage Days 2026? Then head to the Domaine de Chamarande in Essonne: the château and its grounds reveal their schedule for the weekend of September 19–20, 2026. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2026 at the Château de Saint-Germain-en-Laye - National Archaeology Museum (78)
The Château de Saint-Germain-en-Laye is taking part in the 2026 Heritage Days. On the schedule for Saturday the 19th and Sunday the 20th of September are guided tours of the château and the National Archaeology Museum, along with many other surprises, offering a unique immersion into the heart of History. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2026: Free guided tours of the King's Kitchen Garden in Versailles (78)
For the 2026 Heritage Days, we’re heading to the Potager du Roi at the Château de Versailles to enjoy two free days in an enchanting setting, on September 19 and 20. On the program: guided tours and activities for kids and adults alike! [Read more]
Heritage Days 2026: explore the Ors Estate Nature Reserve and its ruins.
In Châteaufort, in the Yvelines, Domaine d’Ors blends historic heritage with preserved nature along the Mérantaise. The 2026 Heritage Days offer a chance to discover the estate’s history and the remains of a property shaped by centuries of transformation. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2026: The Departmental Estate of Sceaux (92) unveils its program
On the occasion of the 2026 Heritage Days, the Sceaux Departmental Estate is offering free activities for the whole family, to be enjoyed on September 19 and 20. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2026: The Balzac House in Paris unveils its program
Balzac House is taking part in Paris’s Heritage Days, opening the doors to its literary universe on 19 and 20 September 2026. In the 16th arrondissement, the visit offers a chance to explore the writer’s former home, its collections, and the atmosphere of a place closely tied to his work. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2026: the gardens program at École du Breuil in Paris
The gardens of the École du Breuil are taking part in Paris’s Heritage Days with a program focused on botany, landscape, and horticultural know-how, on 19 and 20 September 2026. In the 12th arrondissement, this visit offers a lush green interlude in the heart of one of the capital’s most distinctive sites. [Read more]
Rare tours by the Ministry of Culture of the Palais-Royal for the 2026 Heritage Days in Paris.
We know the Palais-Royal gardens well, one of Paris’s most iconic spots. Its palace, though, is less accessible to the public—and for a good reason: it houses the Ministry of Culture. Good news: for Heritage Days 2026, you’ll be able to visit the institution through an exceptional open day. Here’s everything you need to know. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2026: the Coubertin Foundation unveils its treasures in Yvelines (78)
In Saint-Rémy-lès-Cchevreuse in the Yvelines, the Fondation de Coubertin is taking part in the Heritage Days 2026 on Saturday, September 19 and Sunday, September 20. This exceptional 30-hectare estate reveals its bronze garden and a tribute trail. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2026: Discover the remnants of Bagnolet's peach orchard
On the occasion of the 2026 Heritage Days, the Bagnolet peach grove invites visitors to step back in time. This little-known site in Seine-Saint-Denis bears witness to a horticultural past that long defined the eastern Paris area. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2026 at Villa Beau-Chêne, known as Joséphine Baker’s Villa, in Le Vésinet (78)
On the occasion of Heritage Days 2026, head to Le Vésinet (78) to discover the sumptuous Villa Beau-Chêne, or Joséphine Baker’s Villa, on Saturday, September 19. A rare opportunity to dive into the intimate world of the music-hall icon, close to her memories. [Read more]
The Château de Vaux-le-Vicomte opens its doors for Heritage Days 2026.
Take advantage of this new edition of Heritage Days to visit the Château de Vaux-le-Vicomte. On 19 and 20 September 2026, the monument will present a very special program... [Read more]
Heritage Days 2026 at the Château de Fontainebleau (77): a lively weekend at the château
The Château de Fontainebleau will take part in the 2026 Heritage Days, on September 19–20. Here’s the program for this magnificent château in Seine-et-Marne. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2026 at the Jean-Jacques Rousseau Museum in Montmorency (95)
As part of Heritage Days, the Jean-Jacques Rousseau Museum in Montmorency, Val-d'Oise (95), invites you to explore its spaces and exhibitions and to join workshops on 19 and 20 September 2026. [Read more]
Journées du Patrimoine 2026 : discover the park at Château de Bourdonné in Yvelines
Private property closed to the public, the Château de Bourdonné will exceptionally open its verdant park for Heritage Days 2026. A rare opportunity to glimpse the exterior of this elegant Louis XIII–style residence nestled in the heart of the Yvelines. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2026: guided tour of the Elsa Triolet–Aragon House in Yvelines
In the heart of the Yvelines, the Elsa Triolet–Aragon house stands as a testament to the love shared by the two writers, and you’ll be able to visit it free of charge on September 19 and 20, 2026, for Heritage Days. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2026: offbeat and free activities at the Désert de Retz (78)
For the 2026 Heritage Days, a one-of-a-kind experience awaits you at the Désert de Retz in Chambourcy, Yvelines, this Sunday, September 20, 2025. A picturesque, romantically framed journey into a site steeped in history and architectural wonders. [Read more]
Concerts, workshops and tours: Heritage Days 2026 at the Zadkine Museum
For Heritage Days 2026, the Zadkine Museum is opening its doors for free: join us on September 19–20, 2026 to enjoy a stroll through the heart of art. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2026: Activities and Tours at the International University Campus
For the 2026 Heritage Days, on Saturday 19 and Sunday 20 September, the International University City will host a variety of activities for all audiences. [Read more]
Giant shows and games at the Château de Saint-Jean de Beauregard for Heritage Days
On the occasion of the 43rd edition of Heritage Days, Château Saint-Jean de Beauregard invites you to visit on September 19 and 20, 2026. As part of these discovery-focused days, guided tours of the castle and its gardens will be offered. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2026 at the Château and Courances Park (91): what’s on
Take advantage of the 2026 Heritage Days to discover a haven of peace: the Château and Parc de Courances, in Essonne (department 91), will open their doors on 19 and 20 September 2026 for paid guided tours. [Read more]
Journées du Patrimoine 2026 : strolls and activities at Domaine de Saint-Cloud (92)
For the 2026 Heritage Days, why not opt for a delightful discovery of the Domaine national de Saint-Cloud? Water features, historical strolls and guided tours await you on Saturday, September 19 and Sunday, September 20, 2026. [Read more]
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! [Read more]
Heritage Days 2026: Free tours at the Albert-Kahn Garden-Museum (92)
The Albert-Kahn Museum and Gardens is taking part in the new Heritage Days, on Saturday, September 19 and Sunday, September 20, 2026. Make the most of this weekend to visit the museum and discover its astonishing program! [Read more]
In Carrières-sous-Poissy, the Galiotte huts open to the public for the 2026 Heritage Days.
As part of the 2026 Heritage Days, set out to discover the floating cabins of the Galiotte, their history, and their distinctive architecture. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2026 at Claude Monet's Impressionist House in Argenteuil (Val-d'Oise)
For the 2026 Heritage Days, Claude Monet's Impressionist House invites you to Argenteuil on September 19 and 20, 2026. Check out the program! [Read more]
A remarkable visit to the Château de la Celle-Saint-Cloud for Heritage Days 2026
In the heart of the Yvelines, the Château de la Celle-Saint-Cloud, owned by the Ministry of Europe and Foreign Affairs, is exceptionally opening its doors for Heritage Days 2026 on the weekend of September 19–20: here’s the programme! [Read more]
Exceptional free opening of the Roseraie de L'Haÿ-les-Roses for Heritage Days
Good news for flower and nature lovers: the Roseraie de L'Haÿ-les-Roses will open its gates free of charge on September 19 and 20, 2026, for the Heritage Days. [Read more]
Journées du Patrimoine 2026 : discover the Japanese Gardens of Favières (77)
The Japanese Gardens site in Favières, Seine-et-Marne, will open its doors at a preferential rate on September 19 and 20 for Heritage Days 2026. Reserve your nature stroll. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2026: a tour of the Paris Foreign Missions Seminary and its museum
The 43rd edition of Heritage Days will unfold over the weekend of September 19–20, 2026, in Paris and the Île-de-France region. It offers a chance to discover the Séminaire des Missions Étrangères and its hidden museum. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2026 at the Luxembourg Garden greenhouses: the program
For the 2026 Heritage Days in Paris, the greenhouses at the Jardin du Luxembourg will exceptionally be open to the general public on the weekend of September 19–20, 2026. [Read more]
What to do for the 2026 Heritage Days at the Jardin des Plantes and the National Museum of Natural History? The program
Heritage Days take over the Jardin des Plantes and the National Museum of Natural History in Paris this weekend, September 19–20, 2026, with a lineup of activities for young and old. [Read more]
An unusual tour of Père Lachaise awaits you during Paris's 2026 Heritage Days.
For Heritage Days 2026, Père-Lachaise Cemetery invites you to wander through its grounds and meet the notable figures who call it home. Join us on Saturday, September 19, for a one-of-a-kind stroll at the heart of Paris’s famous cemetery. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2026: Self-guided tours of the garden and the reception rooms at the Embassy of the Czech Republic
For Heritage Days, the Czech Republic Embassy will exceptional open its doors on Saturday, September 19, 2026, inviting visitors to discover its reception rooms and garden, set in a historic private townhouse steeped in history. [Read more]
A breath of fresh air and a bucolic stroll, even in the heart of Paris! So what's on the agenda for Heritage Days 2026?
Dates and Opening Time
From September 19, 2026 to September 20, 2026
Prices
Free
