Le Vésinet, Chatou, Carrières-sur-Seine... artist studios open their doors in May 2026.

Attention art lovers and curious minds drawn to beauty - This spring, explore the artistic treasures of the Boucle de Seine (78)! For more than a decade, this thriving region, home to Carrières-sur-Seine, Chatou, Croissy-sur-Seine, Houilles, Le Vésinet and Montesson, becomes an open-air museum during the traditional Parcours d'art, which marks its 17th edition this year!

Free exhibitions to visit in May 2026 in Paris and the Île-de-France region
What free exhibitions await us in May 2026 in Paris and the Île-de-France region? We'll be glad to tell you all about this spring's cultural highlights in the capital! Here are the free exhibitions! [Read more]

The weekend of May 30–31, 2026, wander through the itsy-bitsy streets and push open the doors of the studios of more than 50 professional artists and craftspeople. Painting, sculpture, engraving, ceramics, photography, jewelry, bookbinding, tapestry, ironwork, embroidery... Every stroll unveils a new marvel, a new encounter.

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Led by the association Ateliers de la Boucle, this free event invites you to a genuine immersion behind the scenes of creation, where you’ll meet the artists and craftspeople who, in a warm, convivial setting, share their stories, techniques and visions of art.

Mark your calendars! The May 30 and 31, 2026, head to the Parcours d'art de la Boucle de Seine for a  an immersive and enriching arty escape in some of the most charming towns in the Yvelines!

Yvelines: 10 pleasant outings for this weekend of April 25–26, 2026 in the 78
Looking for great outing ideas in Yvelines for the weekend of April 25–26, 2026? We’re taking advantage of the spring break to fill our days with good vibes at a variety of cool spots across the department. A stroll, a new restaurant, or a lovely exhibition—there’s plenty to treat yourself to. [Read more]