In Monopoly, if you own the Gare Montparnasse, the Gare de Lyon, the Gare du Nord and the Gare Saint-Lazare, you've got yourself a pretty penny! And during the Journées du Patrimoine, when you visit these four places and discover all their secrets, you get richer... In knowledge.
If you love trains, stations and the whole exciting world of railways, we've got some good news for you. During the Journées du Patrimoine (Heritage Days), the general public can enjoy a wide range of railway-related activities and tours.
You've never heard of the Journées du Patrimoine? This European cultural event is one of the highlights of the autumn season! Every year, tens of thousands of monuments, businesses, museums, churches, historic buildings, parks, gardens and other places of interest open their doors to visitors. It's a great opportunity to discover some of Europe's heritage treasures, without having to travel far from home!
But for the railway enthusiasts you’re, a quick hop on the Metro or the RER is child’s play! So take advantage of this festive weekend to roam across all of Île-de-France, uncovering the region’s railway heritage. Check out our picks of must-do outings for 19 and 20 September 2026.
Heritage Days 2026: discover the secrets and hidden spots of RATP in Paris
RATP is taking part in the 43rd edition of Heritage Days with a journey across the entire transport network, exploring the metro in a playful way. Animations, exclusive experiences, tours... See you in Paris on September 19 and 20, 2026! [Read more]
Simulator driving and a ride on a vintage bus: Heritage Days at the Maison de la RATP
RATP House opens its doors to us for the 43rd edition of Heritage Days this weekend, September 19–20, 2026, in Paris. It’s time to explore the Urban Station, the headquarters of the Paris public transportation network. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2026: go behind the scenes at Paris’ Montparnasse Station
Gare Paris - Montparnasse opens the doors to its operations center this Saturday, September 19, 2026, on the occasion of Heritage Days. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2026 at Paris's Gare de Lyon: go behind the scenes of its restoration
For Heritage Days in Paris, Gare de Lyon invites you to explore the secrets of its restoration during an exceptional weekend on September 19, 2026. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2026 at Austerlitz Station: go behind the scenes on an exclusive tour!
Choo choo! Head to Austerlitz station for Heritage Days 2026 to discover a nice lineup, on September 19 and 20. Note: registration is required! [Read more]
Les Journées du Patrimoine 2026 à Paris : le programme de la Gare du Nord
Envie de découvrir la gare du Nord sous un autre jour ? C’est possible lors de la 42e édition des Journées du Patrimoine, qui se tiendra les samedi 19 et dimanche 20 septembre 2026 !
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Journées du Patrimoine 2026 à Paris : des visite insolites de la gare Saint-Lazare
Heritage Days 2026 in Paris: unusual tours of Saint-Lazare Station
For Heritage Days, Saint-Lazare Station pulls back the curtain on its behind-the-scenes spaces on Saturday, September 19 and Sunday, September 20, 2026, with guided and commentary tours (registration required). [Read more]
Heritage Days 2026 in Paris: a concert at Gare de l'Est.
Heritage Days are back on Saturday, September 19 and Sunday, September 20, 2026, with a raft of unmissable plans in Paris and Île-de-France. For the occasion, a musical interlude is in the works at Gare de l'Est. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2026 in Clichy, Hauts-de-Seine (92): the visiting program
The Heritage Days return for the weekend of September 19–20, 2026, in Paris and the Île-de-France region. In Hauts-de-Seine, the city of Clichy (Clichy - La Garenne / Clichy-sur-Seine) unveils a wide lineup of tours and activities for the occasion! [Read more]
Heritage Days 2026 at the Rambolitrain Museum: a visit and a train ride
Have you heard of Rambolitrain? This quirky miniature train museum opens its doors to you on September 19 and 20, 2026, for Heritage Days. With family or friends, come explore this playful venue and its fascinating collections for free. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2026 in Bourg-la-Reine, Hauts-de-Seine (92): the visits on the program
Heritage Days are back in Paris and Île-de-France on the weekend of September 19–20, 2026. It’s a chance to re(découvrir) the town of Bourg-la-Reine, located in Hauts-de-Seine, where a rich program of tours and activities awaits you! [Read more]
Journées du Patrimoine 2026 : a tour of the former deportation railway station in Bobigny (93)
The former Bobigny deportation station opens for the 3rd Heritage Days. Discover a once-classic station that, for 13 months, was transformed into a camp of horror—the departure point for 22,407 people transferred from Drancy to Auschwitz. Little altered, the site still bears the scars of 1944. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2026: discover the Urban Transport Museum in Chelles (Seine-et-Marne)
The Urban Transport Museum, located in Chelles, welcomes visitors with free admission for Heritage Days on September 19 and 20, 2026. Come discover more than 70 transport vehicles dating from 1863 to the present day through a special program. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2026: a wealth of fascinating sites to discover in Saint-Denis (93)
The city of Saint-Denis is undoubtedly one of the most captivating towns in Seine-Saint-Denis: proof is in its numerous sites to visit during Heritage Days on 19 and 20 September 2026. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2026 in Rosny Rail (93): discover the Seine-Saint-Denis train museum
Are you familiar with the Rosny-sous-Bois Train Museum? For Heritage Days, the Rosny Rail Museum will open its doors free of charge on Saturday, September 19 and Sunday, September 20, 2026, inviting you on a journey to the heart of railway history! [Read more]
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Dates and Opening Time
From September 19, 2026 to September 20, 2026
Prices
Free
