Do you live in the Yvelines or feel like going green? The editorial team has some great ideas for outings to brighten up your weekend in the 78- the most populous département in the greater Paris region, by the way. So heat up your Navigo pass, or enjoy a quiet day out close to home. This weekend of September 7 and 8, 2024, there's plenty to do, from entertainment to walks, picnics and beaches.
It has to be said that the Yvelines, with its 262 communes and some 2284 km², is an impressive département in the Ile-de-France region. Whether you're looking for a new or established quality restaurant, forest walks and trails, a host of châteaux or a wide range of events, there's never a dull moment. To help you make your way through this jungle of possibilities, we've selected 10 fun outings specifically for this weekend of September 7 and 8, 2024.
Free Lumières Impressionnistes Festival in Chatou 2024, takes us back in time
The Lumières Impressionnistes festival returns for a 4th edition on September 6 and 7, 2024, on the theme: Let's celebrate together 1874 and the year of the first Impressionist exhibition! This free, festive event once again takes over the Hameau Fournaise in the Yvelines (78) with an exceptional program including sound and light shows, live arts performances and exhibitions. [Read more]
Watch the stag bellow in the heart of nature, in the Espace Rambouillet forest park.
In the heart of the Rambouillet forest in the Yvelines, come and enjoy an exceptional animal spectacle this autumn: the stag's courtship display, at sunrise or sunset, before a gourmet meal. [Read more]
Night market in Jouars-Pontchartrain (78): artisans, producers, music and face-painting workshops
Jouars-Pontchartrain (78) inaugurates its very first Night Market on Saturday, September 7, 2024! The small Yvelines town invites you to join us from 4pm to discover a myriad of stalls featuring local craftsmen, designers and producers, in a musical and family-friendly atmosphere. [Read more]
Les Grandes Eaux Nocturnes welcomes the magic of drones this summer!
The Grandes Eaux Nocturnes, which will enchant us every Saturday until September 21, 2024 at the Château de Versailles, will welcome, from July 27 to September 7, the Magic of Drones, a sublime choreographed show in the air that has enough to enchant these already exceptional nocturnes. [Read more]
The Ancienne Poste in Versailles transformed into a living space and Fan Zone for the Paris 2024 Olympic Games - photos
A new cultural and events space has opened in Versailles, in the heart of the town's former post office. Discover this festive new spot, featuring the Sept Lieux food court, exhibitions and events, and invested as a fan zone by Club 2024 from July 26 to August 11 for the Olympic Games. [Read more]
Le Jardin Yili, the unusual Chinese garden hidden away in the Yvelines
Jardin Yili is the only privately-owned traditional Chinese garden in France. Head for Saint-Rémy-l'Honoré in the Yvelines, about 33 km from Paris, for a change of scenery. Discover this 10,000 m² green space, imbued with spirituality and tranquility, where you can discover the art of Chinese gardens and immerse yourself in a feng shui setting inspired by age-old traditions. [Read more]
Domaine du Château de Dampierre en Yvelines open and free to under-18s
Domaine du Château de Dampierre-en-Yvelines is now open all year round. There will be no more winter closures. A host of new features await you, including some great events, the opening of guided tours of the château and free admission for under-18s. [Read more]
An all-you-can-eat brunch on a terrace with breathtaking views in the Yvelines?
Are you looking for an all-you-can-eat buffet brunch on a sunny terrace? Let's go to the Belvédère du Domaine de la Corniche, located in Rolleboise in the Yvelines region, where every Sunday we enjoy a brunch with a breathtaking view over the Seine valley. [Read more]
An exceptional brunch at Château de Villiers-Le-Mahieu in the Yvelines, with all kinds of entertainment
If you'd like to go green and enjoy an exceptional all-you-can-eat brunch without having to go to the ends of the earth, then we invite you to discover Château de Villiers-le-Mahieu in the Yvelines. Part of the Les Maison de Campagne group, this site also offers a whole range of activities included in the package, for a fantastic day out. Golf, boating, cycling, games, cinema and even snacks await you... [Read more]
Le Sentier des Maréchaux, the educational forest walk in the Chevreuse Valley
How about exploring the Sentier des maréchaux in the Vallée de Chevreuse? Just an hour from Paris, we're off on an educational walk through the Rambouillet forest, where nature and history meet. [Read more]
8 unusual parks and gardens in Yvelines, treasures to discover
Why not take a stroll and discover the most beautiful and original parks and gardens in Yvelines? From hidden gardens to unique, historic and even downright zany, the 78 region has no shortage of unusual treasures to discover for those wishing to get off the beaten track. [Read more]
Where to picnic in the Yvelines, 11 great spots with superb views
The fine weather is here and you're looking for somewhere to sit down for a lovely picnic in the Yvelines? We've come up with 11 great spots with breathtaking views, some well-known and others less so, where you can relax with friends or lovers and feast your eyes. [Read more]
Brunch in Yvelines (78), our tried and tested good addresses
Sunday means brunch for you! And sometimes, not just on Sundays. Whether you live in the Yvelines or you're looking for something new to do in the 78, we've put together a selection of the best places to eat in the département. Whether it's an all-you-can-eat brunch, a home-cooked brunch or a brunch in an exceptional venue, here's a selection to help you enjoy a delicious moment. [Read more]
Where to eat in Yvelines (78)? Our favorite restaurants in the department
There's no shortage of good places to eat in Yvelines! Would you like to discover the great restaurants waiting for you in this Île-de-France department? Here are our favorites in the 78 region. [Read more]
What to do in Yvelines? Heritage, places and activities to discover
Want to get to know Paris Region better? This time, we're taking you on a trip to the Yvelines to discover its heritage, places to visit, must-do activities and the best deals of the moment. From castles to walks and good addresses, here's what's waiting for you in the 78. [Read more]
The most beautiful villages in the Yvelines, 6 must-see nuggets
Looking for charming villages close to Paris? If so, the Yvelines is the place for you. Among the gems of Ile-de-France, we invite you to discover the picturesque places in Yvelines that we've enjoyed discovering and that we'd like to introduce to you. [Read more]
Walks and discoveries in the Vallée de Chevreuse, 17 must-see treasures
Located between Versailles and Rambouillet, the Vallée de Chevreuse has many natural and cultural treasures to discover. There's a remarkable heritage of beautiful monuments, wonders for strolling and going green, and even a rich culinary heritage. Discover 18 must-see nuggets. [Read more]
Glorious Escape Game
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Enjoy your weekend in the Yvelines!
Dates and Opening Time
From September 7, 2024 to September 8, 2024
Location
Yvelines
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