Oyez, oyez! Looking to step back in time for a day in the heart of the Ile-de-France region? Good news for lovers of the Middle Ages: the Ile-de-France region abounds in old castles and towns with a medieval atmosphere, which have preserved their old monuments and offer a timeless ambience. The Médiévales de Provins is the best-known medieval festival, but there are many other events throughout the year, including banquets, dances and workshops where you can learn the skills of yesteryear.
And throughout the rest of the year, you can visit superb fortified villages, which have preserved numerous vestiges of the period, in varying degrees of condition, but always fascinating to discover for their history. From grand family mansions to ancient royal residences, explore centuries-old secrets and medieval architecture on historic walks through the region.
The Provins 2024 Medieval Christmas Market and festive entertainment is this weekend!
The Marché Médiéval de Noël de Provins returns on December 14 and 15, 2024 for a 13ᵉ edition that promises to take us back in time. In the exceptional setting of this medieval city listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, artisans, troubadours and enchanting entertainment await you for an unforgettable weekend, just 1h15 from Paris. We unveil the city's enchanting program. [Read more]
Médiévales de Provins celebrates its 40th anniversary in 2025
The medieval town of Provins, a Unesco World Heritage Site for over 10 years, will once again be the scene of one of Europe's biggest medieval festivals for a weekend on June 14 and 15, 2025. This year marks the 40th anniversary of this not-to-be-missed event. [Read more]
Château de Blandy-les-Tours, a medieval monument in a charming Seine-et-Marne village
The little-known Château de Blandy-les-Tours, located in the very center of a picturesque village in the Seine-et-Marne region, boasts a rich heritage that has spanned history, wars and centuries. A true medieval fortress that has been preserved to the present day, it is one of the most impressive castles in the Île-de-France region. We take you on a voyage of discovery. [Read more]
Château de la Madeleine in Chevreuse, a Medieval Treasure in Ile-de-France
Available all year round, the Château de la Madeleine in Chevreuse, a medieval jewel in the Ile-de-France region, invites you to immerse yourself in history. [Read more]
Château de Pierrefonds, the medieval castle reinvented under Napoleon III
In the heart of the Oise region, the Château de Pierrefonds, 80 km from Paris, stands like an open history book on the pages of the Middle Ages, rewritten by the imagination of Eugène Viollet-le-Duc under Napoleon III. This monument, a blend of medieval past and architectural fantasy, offers an immersive experience through its majestic halls, impressive towers and mysterious crypts. We take you on a journey of discovery... [Read more]
8 superb medieval villages to discover around Paris
Discover medieval villages near Paris? It's entirely possible. The heritage-rich Île-de-France region offers historic escapades that take us back in time. Here's a selection of 8 gems that we've loved, and that we invite you to discover. [Read more]
Fascinated by the Middle Ages? We'll take you on a journey through medieval Paris, discovering the city's historic monuments. From Notre-Dame to the Jean Sans Peur Tower and the Hôtel de Cluny, we'll be revealing just a few of the capital's medieval relics. [Read more]
Dates and Opening Time
From March 24, 2024 to December 31, 2027
8 superb medieval villages to discover around Paris
Discovering Paris in the Middle Ages: monuments and relics from medieval times
