Do you live in the Yvelines or feel like going green? Our editorial team will be happy to point you in the right direction for a weekend out 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.
It has to be said that the Yvelines, with its 262 communes and 2,284 km², is one of the most impressive departments 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, of course, 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, specific to this weekend of April 27 and 28, 2024.
Free museums, castles and monuments in Yvelines on Sunday May 5, 2024, 1st Sunday of the month
On the first Sunday of the month, many monuments, castles, museums and historic sites in Yvelines open their doors to you free of charge. But not all of them are free all year round, and some are currently undergoing renovation work. To help you find your way around, we've compiled a list of cultural sites in Yvelines to visit this Sunday, May 5, 2024. [Read more]
Les Jeux en Playmobil: the playful sports exhibition at the Yvelines Departmental Archives
Discover the different sports of the Olympic Games with Playmobil! This fun, free exhibition can be seen from April 20 to June 24, 2024 at the Archives départementales des Yvelines. [Read more]
A historical reconstruction in the heart of the Belle Epoque, at the Château de Breteuil
Château de Breteuil invites you to an unusual event, a historical re-enactment in the heart of the Belle Epoque, on May 5, 2024. Travel back to the time of Henri de Breteuil and discover the estate in its heyday! [Read more]
In any case, we wish you all an excellent weekend in the Yvelines and in Paris, as everywhere else, let's be crazy!
Les Grandes Eaux Musicales du Château de Versailles 2024: a poetic stroll not to be missed
The Grandes Eaux Musicales and Jardins Musicaux at the Château de Versailles return to embellish the garden's basins and fountains for a new season. From March 29 to October 31, 2024, enjoy strolls around the estate's groves and fountains in a magical atmosphere worthy of Louis XIV. [Read more]
Rambouillet celebrates the Fête du Muguet 2024: float parade, funfair and fireworks display
We know Rambouillet by its forest and the château that once served as the presidential residence... But have you heard of the Lily of the Valley Festival? Celebrated in the town for over 100 years, it's a must-see event in the Yvelines every May. [Read more]
Vélotour 2024: the unusual bicycle tour arrives in Saint-Quentin-en-Yvelines (78)
The Vélotour is making a stopover in Yvelines rather than Paris, for this year 2024! A land of cycling, hosting events during the Olympic Games, Saint-Quentin-en-Yvelines is hosting the bicycle tour for the first time! [Read more]
The Galerie des Carrosses, the free museum at the Grandes Ecuries of the Château de Versailles
The Galerie des Carrosses, nestled in the Grande Écurie at the Château de Versailles, opens its doors free of charge every weekend. When visiting Versailles, it's a discovery you'd be wrong not to make. We'll take you on a tour... [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]
Nautic Park de Bougival: the leisure park and its zodiac rides in the Yvelines (78)
Open from May 1 to September 29, 2024, Nautic Park in Bougival, Yvelines (78), awaits you all summer long with nautical activities for the whole family from age 3 upwards. So now's the time to get in the water! [Read more]
Braderie solidaire ADM in Guyancourt, selling new at knock-down prices as well as second-hand goods (78)
In Guyancourt in the Yvelines, near the Place du Marché, you'll find a solidarity store offering new goods for three times less, as well as second-hand goods for even less. From clothes to crockery, household linen and even cellophane, you'll find it all. For 3 months, until June, a second adjacent store is also offering furniture and other large-volume items. Chairs for €5, shelves and other beds still wrapped at bargain prices, how about that? [Read more]
7 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]
Brunch in Yvelines (78), our best 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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Nuit des Musées 2024 in Yvelines (78): the programme of not-to-be-missed evening events
Nuit des Musées returns on May 18, 2024, bringing young and old alike to the most beautiful museums and monuments in Yvelines, with visits, events and discoveries! [Read more]
Les rendez-vous de la Madeleine, re-enactment weekends at the château de la Madeleine - photos
Les rendez-vous de la Madeleine are back from these April 27 and 28, 2024. Head for the Château de la Madeleine in Chevreuse, where we invite you to relive medieval life, free of charge, over 4 lively weekends from late April to October. [Read more]
Olympic Games Paris 2024: The route of the Olympic flame in the Yvelines: cities, dates and times
Yvelines is getting ready to welcome the Olympic Torch Relay this Tuesday, July 23, 2024, a symbol of the Paris 2024 Olympic Games. This exceptional day will see the torch pass through several emblematic sites in the département. To make sure you don't miss out on any of the action, find out more about the routes and timetables for this exceptional crossing. [Read more]
Enjoy your weekend in the Yvelines!
Dates and Opening Time
From May 4th, 2024 to May 5th, 2024
Recommended age
For all
