On Saturday, May 30, 2026, lace up your sneakers for an unprecedented experience. As part of the event “Monuments in Top Form”, the Château de Vincennes invites visitors to run through history, at the gates of the capital! A route through the heart of the historic monument, punctuated by lively mediations, will take you from the dungeon to the chapel, between sweat and knowledge.
Monuments in top form: period dance, yoga, fencing… activities that blend sport and heritage
National Monuments get into the sports scene and invite you, on May 30–31, 2026, to get back in shape in exceptional venues, mixing mini-golf, yoga, fencing, period dance, and nature hikes among the castles and institutions of Paris and Île-de-France! [Read more]
The concept is as original as it is physical: history sliced not into centuries, but into kilometers. At 10:30 a.m. sharp, runners will set off from the ticket office on a 5-kilometer chronological journey. From Neolithic hunter-gatherers to today’s Paralympic athletes, each leg of the race will be an opportunity to explore interactive mediations led by actors and by history and STAPS students from the University of Créteil.
For those who want to dive deeper after the effort, a talk by historian Christophe Granger will be held at 11:30 in the chapel’s solemn setting. Here, the guide doesn’t stand still: he runs beside you! A playful way to take ownership of the iconic spaces of the King’s Pavilion or the ceremony courtyard, with completely free access, but don’t forget to register.
Attention, elite athletes: here we’re prioritizing a guided meditation over chasing a personal best. Moreover, the event calls for proper workout gear and good hydration—don't forget your water bottle!
Dates and Opening Time
On May 30, 2026
Location
Vincennes Castle
Avenue de Paris
94300 Vincennes
Prices
Free
Official website
www.helloasso.com
Monuments in top form: period dance, yoga, fencing… activities that blend sport and heritage
