Do you live in the Yvelines or want to get away from the capital without traveling too far? Our editorial team has put together some great ideas for outings that are sure to brighten up your weekend in the 78, which, incidentally, is the most populous department in the outer suburbs. So get your Navigo pass ready, or simply enjoy a quiet outing close to home. This weekend, December 6 and 7, 2025, there's plenty to enjoy!
It has to be said that the Yvelines, with its 262 communes and some 2284 km², is one of the most impressive departments in the Île-de-France region. Whether you're looking for a new restaurant or a well-established one, or you'd like to take a stroll through the forests and footpaths, there are plenty of castles and events to choose from - there's never a dull moment. To help you make your way through this jungle of possibilities, we've selected 10 fun weekend outings.
Free castles, museums, and monuments in Yvelines, Sunday, December 7, 2025, the first Sunday of the month
On the first Sunday of the month, many monuments, castles, museums, and historic sites in the Yvelines are open to the public free of charge. But this is not the case for all of them throughout the year. To help you find your way around, here is a list of cultural sites in the 78 to visit this Sunday, December 7, 2025. [Read more]
Flea markets and Christmas markets in Seine-et-Marne this weekend, December 6 and 7, 2025
Christmas markets and flea markets will be bringing Seine-et-Marne to life this weekend, December 6 and 7, 2025. From Lagny-sur-Marne to Faremoutiers, via Nemours and Fontenay-Trésigny, we reveal the full program of festivities and places to find treasures in the 77. [Read more]
Christmas 2025 at Château de Breteuil: immersive storytelling, illuminations, and a gourmet tea room (78)
The Château de Breteuil, located in the Yvelines, lights up for Christmas with immersive storytelling, a beautiful Christmas tree, magical shows, and a new gourmet tea room, offering visitors the chance to immerse themselves in the magic of the festive season in this historic setting. [Read more]
Christmas lights 2025 in Mantes-la-Jolie (78): a large free parade with dancers
The Christmas lights are coming on in Mantes-la-Jolie (78)! On Saturday, December 6, 2025, at 6 p.m., a large free parade featuring eight floats will kick off the illuminations, the Christmas market, and the sledding track! [Read more]
The Cour des Créateurs et des Saveurs de Noël, the unique Christmas market in Versailles
Want to stock up on gifts in an authentic setting? The Cour des Créateurs et des Saveurs de Noël (Creators and Christmas Flavors Courtyard) is coming to Versailles on December 6-7, 13-14, and 20-21, 2025. This artisanal Christmas market brings together 30 creators and producers at the Hôtel de Beauté. [Read more]
This Yvelines Christmas Market offers a pyrotechnic drone show, ice rink, and free rides.
The Élancourt Christmas Village returns from December 5 to 7, 2025, at the Guy Boniface sports park in the Yvelines. On the program: free drone and fireworks show, 200 m² ice rink, traditional chalets, and festive entertainment for the whole family. We'll tell you everything... [Read more]
Versailles celebrates its organs with a series of free concerts.
The Versailles au son des orgues festival takes over the city's churches and heritage sites with a program of free concerts, performed by young talents on historic organs, from November 30 to December 21, 2025. [Read more]
Christmas 2025: Christmas market, free ice rink, and horse-drawn carriage rides in Triel-sur-Seine (78)
In Triel-sur-Seine, the magic of Christmas will be taking over Place Philippe Prévost every weekend from December 6 to 21, 2025. More than 150 exhibitors await you at this festive Christmas market, with free entertainment for the whole family. [Read more]
The 2025 Christmas Village in Saint-Germain-en-Laye (78): Christmas market, entertainment, and ice rink
The Christmas Village in Saint-Germain-en-Laye (78) is back for a month of magic, from December 6, 2025, to January 4, 2025! Head to Place Abbé-Pierre-de-Porcaro, transformed into an enchanted setting, for a total immersion in the holiday spirit with a Christmas market, ice rink, creative workshops, and magical parades. [Read more]
Thoiry Christmas Market 2025: local crafts in the Yvelines
The Thoiry Christmas Market returns on Saturday, December 6, 2025, in this charming village in the Yvelines, located about 50 kilometers from Paris. Around thirty exhibitors will take over the multipurpose hall to offer crafts, food, and local products. [Read more]
Where to stay in Yvelines? Hotels, bed and breakfasts, and campsites in the 78 department.
The Yvelines, with its lush green landscapes and rich heritage, offers the ideal break just a few kilometers from Paris. Whether you're looking for a bucolic setting, a warm atmosphere or immersion in the heart of nature, there are several options available to visitors in search of escape. [Read more]
Christmas Markets 2025 in Yvelines (78): towns, dates, and program
Gift ideas and gourmet delights are on the top list of Yvelines Christmas markets for winter 2025/2026! [Read more]
Where to have a good brunch in the Yvelines? Our top picks in the 78
Whether you live in the Yvelines or are just passing through, discover our top brunch spots in the 78. [Read more]
Where to have a good brunch in Versailles in the Yvelines? Our top picks in the 78
Looking for a good brunch in Versailles? Discover our top picks in the royal city of Yvelines, including artisan coffee shops, all-you-can-eat options, and family-friendly spots! [Read more]
Where to eat in Yvelines? Our best restaurant addresses in 78
There's no shortage of good places to eat in the Yvelines. If you'd like to discover the best restaurants in the 78 department, here we go! [Read more]
What to do in Yvelines (78)? Heritage, good addresses and activities, ideas for outings
Want to get to know Paris Region better? This time, we're taking you 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 in store for you in the 78 département. [Read more]
Glorious Escape Game in Vélizy, the place to have fun with friends or family in the Yvelines
Glorious Escape Game, located in Vélizy-Villacoublay (Yvelines), offers nine escape rooms: The Emperor's Legacy, Django, Asylum, Lost, The Stone of Anubis, The Haunted House, Walking Dead, The Deathly Hallows, and Pirate: The Medallion of Eternal Life. [Read more]
The most beautiful villages in the Yvelines, 7 must-see nuggets
Looking for a change of scenery less than an hour from Paris? The Yvelines (78) region is brimming with charming villages full of character. From Rochefort-en-Yvelines to Montfort l'Amaury, discover 7 Yvelines nuggets combining historic heritage and bucolic surroundings, all year round. [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]
Enjoy your weekend in the Yvelines!
Dates and Opening Time
From December 6, 2025 to December 7, 2025
Location
Yvelines
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