Every year, the Journées du Patrimoine (Heritage Days ) bring a new rhythm to the month of September, with a wide range of cultural activities and discoveries. In Paris and the greater Paris region, residents and visitors alike take advantage of this not-to-be-missed event to discover the astonishing treasures that make up our heritage.
Each edition is accompanied by a hyperactive program, often free of charge, full of guided and self-guided tours, unusual events and workshops for young and old alike. Numerous sites lend themselves to the Heritage Days game: museums, monuments, castles, libraries, embassies, ministries, major institutions and much more! So you can discover our heritage from every angle.
If you're passionate aboutcraftsmanship, how about immersing yourself in the know-how of the Ile-de-France region? In the four corners of the Paris region, workshops, factories, fashion houses and other surprising places are joining in the ballet of the Journées du Patrimoine to let you discover what goes on behind the scenes through a unique program! Artisans will be there to welcome you on this exceptional weekend of September 20 and 21, 2025.
Heritage Days 2025 at the Houdart workshop in Paris: discovering the art of bookbinding and gilding
In Paris, the Atelier Houdart is offering an exceptional program over the weekend of September 20 and 21, 2025, to introduce us to the art of bookbinding and gilding. Yes, the Journées du Patrimoine are also an opportunity to discover craftsmanship! [Read more]
Heritage Days 2025 at the Musée du Jouet (78): fun family visits
Fall back into childhood on September 20 and 21, 2025, with the Musée du Jouet's family program for the 42nd Heritage Days. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2025 at the Musée du Louvre: exceptional tours of the art studios and backstage areas of the museum
Event for the Journées du Patrimoine 2025! On Saturday September 20 and Sunday September 21, 2025, the art workshops of the Musée du Louvre in Paris will be opening their doors to you (registration required). An opportunity to learn more about their unique know-how. It's also a chance to go behind the scenes of Paris' most famous museum! [Read more]
Journées du Patrimoine 2025 at Boutique Breguet, luxury watchmaking on Place Vendôme
The Journées Européennes du Patrimoine 2025 set the tempo for discovery in Paris on September 20 and 21. Museums, châteaux and unusual places are opening their doors free of charge, and the prestigious Maison Breguet Place Vendôme is inviting visitors to admire its exceptional dials and mechanisms, starting this Friday, September 19, by reservation only. [Read more]
Journées du Patrimoine 2025: exceptional opening of the Mobilier national - Les Gobelins in Paris
For the European Heritage Days, the Manufacture des Gobelins is offering a unique visit to the heart of its exceptional expertise on Saturday, September 20, 2025. An opportunity not to be missed! [Read more]
Journées du Patrimoine 2025 in the watchmaking wheels of Bucherer in Paris
To mark the 42nd Heritage Days, Bucherer is opening its doors to watch enthusiasts on Saturday, September 20, 2025. An opportunity to admire legendary watches from every angle during this exceptional event. [Read more]
Journées du Patrimoine 2025 at the Viaduc des Arts in Paris, the program
The Journées du Patrimoine are also an opportunity to discover the Viaduc des Arts in Paris. Yes, this astonishing place in the east of the capital is unveiling a special program for this exceptional weekend of September 20 and 21, 2025. Discover this temple of astonishing craftsmanship. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2025: the art of stained glass at Atelier Baudouin (94)
For the Journées du Patrimoine 2025 in Île-de-France, the Atelier Baudouin is opening its doors in the Val-de-Marne to reveal its expertise in stained glass. Join us in Saint-Maur-des-Fossés on September 20 and 21, 2025, to discover how stained glass is restored in the company of our craftsmen! [Read more]
Journées du Patrimoine 2025: Treasure hunt and demonstration at La Monnaie de Paris
For the Journées du Patrimoine 2025, the Monnaie de Paris is waiting to share its treasures and collections with you through a special program. Join us on the weekend of September 20 and 21, 2025 for a host of free events. Here's what's in store! [Read more]
Journées du Patrimoine 2025: the program at Lafont, the historic eyewear boutique, in Madeleine
If you'd like to take in the sights during the Journées du Patrimoine, head for the emblematic Lafont boutique, the kingdom of eyewear in Paris, on Friday September 19 and Saturday September 20, 2025. Here's a detailed program of what's in store! [Read more]
Journées du Patrimoine 2025: the beauty of Paris Opera costumes at the Ateliers Berthier
The Journées du Patrimoine 2025 (Heritage Days 2025) will unveil a behind-the-scenes look at the creation of Paris Opera sets at the Ateliers Berthier on Saturday, September 20. The highlight of the show? An incomparably rich collection of costumes. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2025: meet craftsmen at Château de Jossigny (77)
As part of the 42nd Journées du Patrimoine, the Château de Jossigny is opening its doors to art lovers on September 20 and 21, 2025. [Read more]
Journées du Patrimoine 2025: glass-spinning demonstration at Atelier la Perle d'Art - Carnetin (77)
The Journées du Patrimoine 2025 invite you to explore the La Perle d'Art workshop in Carnetin, Seine-et-Marne. Plunge into the heart of artisan creation and discover the secrets of glass spinning in this unique venue, open exceptionally on September 20 and 21. An unmissable event for lovers of craftsmanship and tradition. [Read more]
Journées du Patrimoine 2025: the program at the Institut national du Patrimoine in Aubervilliers (93)
Discover one of France's leading cultural schools, and an atypical building, by visiting the Institut national du Patrimoine, in Aubervilliers. Open doors are organized on the weekend of September 20 and 21, 2025, for the Journées du Patrimoine. [Read more]
Journées du Patrimoine 2025 in the art studios of the Réunion des musées nationaux (93): program
To mark the Journées du Patrimoine 2025, the Réunion des musées nationaux - Grand Palais is opening the doors of its art workshops in Saint-Denis this Saturday, September 20. It's an opportunity to meet the craftsmen who renovate our heritage. An exceptional visit that promises to be fascinating! [Read more]
Heritage Days 2025 at the Hermitage oven in Pontoise (95): Tours and bread tasting
Calling all bread lovers: the Hermitage oven in Pontoise invites you to visit and sample its crusty bread during the Journées du Patrimoine 2025, on September 20 and 21, 2025. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2025 at the Ecole des arts joailliers: discover the Hôtel de Mercy-Argenteau
The Ecole des arts joailliers, located in the heart of the magnificent Hôtel de Mercy-Argenteau, is opening its doors to the public with a host of events for its first participation in the Journées du Patrimoine, on September 20 and 21, 2025. [Read more]
Journées du Patrimoine 2025 at 19M, the Chanel fashion factory in Paris
Le 19M, otherwise known as the Manufacture de mode Chanel, is joining the program of the Journées du Patrimoine 2025, on September 20 and 21! A rare opportunity to discover exceptional craftsmanship! [Read more]
Heritage Days 2025 at the Manufacture de Café Alain Ducasse: Guided tours
The Journées du Patrimoine 2025 are coming to the Manufacture de Café Alain Ducasse on September 20 and 21. On the program: guided tours for coffee lovers! [Read more]
Heritage Days 2025: exceptional tours of the Manufacture de Chocolat Alain Ducasse in Paris
In Paris, the Manufacture de Chocolat Alain Ducasse (Grands Champs, 20th arrondissement) is taking part in the Journées du Patrimoine 2025 on September 20 and 21. To mark the occasion, the factory is opening its doors to the curious and to chocoholics! On the program: exceptional tours that plunge you into the heart of a gourmet craft! [Read more]
Journées du Patrimoine 2025 at the Potager du Dauphin in Meudon (92), the program
This autumn, we're pulling out all the stops to celebrate heritage in XXL format! On September 20 and 21, 2025, the Journées Européennes du Patrimoine (European Heritage Days) open wide the doors to mythical sites... and more secret nuggets. In Meudon, the Potager du Dauphin is growing its royal past and showcasing excellent craftsmanship in the open air. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2025: creative workshops and concert at the Musée de la Toile de Jouy (78)
In honor of the Journées du Patrimoine 2025, on September 20 and 21, the Musée de la Toile de Jouy is opening its doors to the curious, with many free events on the program, in the Yvelines region. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2025 at the Musée Paul-Belmondo (92): the program
During the Journées du Patrimoine 2025, discover the work of sculptor Paul Belmondo, father of the famous actor, at the Boulogne-Billancourt museum dedicated to him. Here's the program! [Read more]
Heritage Days 2025 at the Cité de la Céramique in Sèvres (92)
The Cité de la Céramique de Sèvres is opening its doors to the public free of charge for the Journées du Patrimoine on Saturday September 20 and Sunday September 21, 2025. An opportunity to discover the heritage of the Manufacture royale de Sèvres. [Read more]
Dates and Opening Time
From September 20, 2025 to September 21, 2025
Prices
Free
