The Nuit des Musées is an opportunity for participating institutions to offer the public a fresh look at their collections. Some offer guided tours with storytelling, others dances, others activities for children...
Château d'Écouen, a Renaissance gem in the Val d'Oise region of France, invites you to take a trip back in time and discover the splendor of an era when art and culture flourished under the aegis of great patrons. Situated some thirty kilometers north of Paris, this historic monument, built between 1538 and 1550 by architect Jean Bullant for Anne de Montmorency, the great Constable of France, stands majestically on a hilltop with a breathtaking view over the French plain.
Today, Château d'Écouen is home to the prestigious Musée national de la Renaissance, with its priceless collection of works and objets d'art from the 15th to 17th centuries. As you walk through its doors, you're immediately transported into a world where every room, every object, tells a story - the story of a time when beauty and refinement were a veritable quest.
The château's facade, an architectural masterpiece, reflects the elegance and innovation of the French Renaissance, with its detailed carvings, mullioned windows and slender roofs. Inside, visitors are greeted by a rich and varied collection: Flemish tapestries, precious glassware, period furniture, Italian ceramics and even works of art that testify to the openness to the world and curiosity of the men of that era.
Château d'Écouen is more than just architecture and collections. It is also a place of life, having played host to key historical figures and been the scene of events that have shaped its history. It's also a starting point for exploring the cultural riches of Val-d'Oise, a region that has preserved its heritage while embracing modernity.
If you’re feeling the pull to dive into the history and art of the Renaissance, a visit to the Château d'Écouen is a must. Whether you want to admire its collections, stroll through its gardens, or simply take in its architectural beauty, the château offers a one-of-a-kind experience. So no hesitation: this Saturday, May 23, 2026, for the Nuit des Musées, we’re headed to the Val d’Oise to discover this monument!
As night falls, meet the gods and uncover their thwarted love stories, whether among deities or mortals. Ancient myths will no longer hold any secrets for you.
You might even encounter Psyche and Eros around a corner, thanks to storyteller Nathalie Leone from the Hutte Galante company.
Take advantage of the evening to discover our food truck!
We’re on site Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays through September 30, and on those days we’ll stay open until closing time.
Once upon a time there was Psyche, a princess so beautiful she drew Aphrodite’s devoted followers away. The goddess, seeing her temples fall quiet, declared war on her. To accomplish this, she sent her son Eros with a poisoned arrow. But not everything went as planned…
The myth of Eros and Psyche tells of a young woman’s quest through love and loss, the invisible and the visible.
In this stage adaptation, the storyteller’s voice becomes an inner journey, punctuated by appearances, shadows and luminous breaths.
The museum is a partner in the creation of this tale, which echoes both the iconography of its collections and the château’s setting.
at 8 p.m.
Nathalie Leone
Compagnie de la Hutte galante
For reservations at 01 34 38 38 50
Don't miss this opportunity to discover or rediscover the Château d'Ecouen - Musée national de la Renaissance in a whole new light!
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Dates and Opening Time
On May 23, 2026
Location
Château d'Écouen - musée national de la Renaissance
Rue Jean Bullant
95440 Ecouen
Access
Transilien Line H Ecouen-Ezanville station
Prices
Free
Recommended age
For all
Official website
musee-renaissance.fr
