Living in Paris means giving up a little of the green, the nature, the forest and the countryside. And even if we don't regret our daily life in the capital, sometimes we feel the need for a little getaway in the fresh air. So what could be better than spending an afternoon, or even better, a day on a farm?
For children, it's the perfect opportunity to see, touch, stroke and sometimes even feed farm animals (apart from the educational farms at the inevitable Salon de l'Agriculture, or certain events such as the Transhumance de la Villette , which return every year). Goats, sheep, ewes, pigs, chickens, rabbits, ducks, horses... It's a real immersion in the daily life of a farm, with, depending on the location, milking of the cows not to be missed, feeding of the animals or animations to learn all about the lifestyle of these furry two- and four-legged residents! A must for the whole family, and especially for little ones, who can really discover how a farm works.
Some even offer guided tours or culinary and creative workshops to keep you entertained all afternoon. Located in the city, in the countryside or just a Navigo pass away, a visit to one of these farms is also a great way to take the whole family for a stroll!
So, are we going to spend an afternoon or a day on one of the region's farms this Wednesday or this weekend ?
Our selection of farms in Paris and the Ile-de-France region:
Les 4 Etoiles farm-shop, Auffargis
In Auffargis, in the Yvelines department, discover the Ferme des 4 Etoiles, with its local produce store and pig farms (and other residents!). [Read more]
The Viltain Farm, where you can discover the breeding of dairy cows with your family, in Jouy-en-Josas
The Viltain Farm, with its market of local products, its dairy cows and its fields where you can pick your own food, is the ideal place to spend a day in the fresh air and discover the breeding of cows or to make your market of dairy products from the farm. [Read more]
Aventure Floreval, the family adventure park just outside Paris
Aventure Floreval is a huge adventure park for young and old alike, set in the heart of the forest and packed with fun activities! In addition to 400 workshops on 22 tree-climbing courses, accessible from the age of 3, an outdoor escape game, mini golf, an animal farm and a catering area await you. Scheduled to reopen on March 29, 2025. [Read more]
La ferme de la Mercy: camping, animal discovery and local produce in Chenoise (77)
Near Chenoise, in the Seine-et-Marne département, Ferme de la Mercy is a small family business run by Jean-Claude and Sylvie Cackaert. [Read more]
Tractor rides, children's entertainment and farmers' market at Ferme de Grignon (78)
In Thiverval Grignon, in the Yvelines department, Ferme de Grignon will be holding its Open House on Sunday June 9, 2024, to mark the Journées nationales de l'Agriculture. [Read more]
La Ménagerie Saint-Baudile, a bucolic educational farm in Neuilly-sur-Marne (93)
Near Neuilly-sur-Marne, in the Seine-Saint-Denis département, the Saint-Baudile menagerie invites you to take a stroll in the countryside and discover its residents. [Read more]
Easter vacations 2024: milking cows and madeleines workshops at Viltain Farm
For the Easter vacations, scheduled from April 6 to 21 for Parisians, the Ferme de Viltain in Jouy-en-Josas is going into "vacation" mode, offering activities and visits to the animals, so you can spend a day in the great outdoors, less than 1 hour from Paris. [Read more]
Edentera, the exotic educational farm at Isles-les-Meldeuses (77)
Walking around Paris and the Île-de-France region with children, the educational farms so [Read more]
Château Soubiran's free educational farm, a bucolic interlude near Melun (77)
Just a few kilometers from Melun, in the Seine-et-Marne town of Dammarie-les-Lys, you'll find Château Soubiran and its large park, home to a small educational farm. [Read more]
Spend a morning in the shoes of a farmer, at the Saint-Cyr l'Ecole farm (78)
During the February vacations, the Gally farm in Saint-Cyr l'Ecole offers your children the chance to become budding farmers for a morning. [Read more]
La crêperie de Gally, the new gourmet and local address on the Saint-Cyr l'Ecole Farm (78)
Food lovers take note: a few months ago, the Ferme de Gally in Saint-Cyr l'Ecole opened its long-awaited crêperie, with a seasonal menu featuring fresh produce. For lunch or a snack, come and treat yourself at the farm! [Read more]
La ferme de Chauvry, alpine goat farm and farmhouse cheese store (95)
In the heart of the Montmorency forest, in the small village of Chauvry, you'll find a goat farm where you can discover the farm's animals and buy delicious farm products made on site. [Read more]
The Saint-Hilliers educational farm, for a family outing near Provins
Less than ten kilometers from the medieval town of Provins, in the Seine-et-Marne region, in the hamlet of Savigny, in Saint-Hilliers, there's an educational farm where many furry and feathered residents live. It's the perfect opportunity to discover them on a day out with the kids! [Read more]
Discover the Ferme de Clamart and its animals with your family, Wednesdays and weekends
In Clamart, in the Hauts-de-Seine department, the city farm welcomes young and old to the Maison Blanche park on Saturdays and Wednesdays for family workshops and to discover its animals! [Read more]
La ferme du Bel Air, for a family outing in the countryside near Villiers-le-Bacle (91)
At Villiers-le-Bâcle, in the Essonne département, the Bel Air farm invites you to meet its furry and feathered residents for a family outing in the fresh air. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2023 at Francilianes Donkey Farm (94): Family-Friendly Donkeys and Organic Farming
As every September, Heritage Days offer a welcome break from the start of the new school year with free tours and activities perfect for family outings! Looking to reconnect with nature? Mark your calendars for September 16 and 17, 2023, and head to the Francilianes donkey farm in Val-de-Marne (94) to discover everything about donkeys and organic farming. [Read more]
Discover Les Bergeries d'Issy, the educational farm in Issy-les-Moulineaux (92)
Just south-west of Paris, in the inner suburbs, the town of Issy-les-Moulineaux boasts a lovely educational farm where the whole family can come and discover the animals, take part in a parent-child workshop or celebrate a birthday... It's a great way to take the kids out to the countryside! [Read more]
La ferme pédagogique de Maisons-Alfort (94), a family-friendly farm where you can see animals
In Maisons-Alfort, in the Val-de-Marne département of France, some amusing boarders welcome you and your family all year round, on Wednesdays and weekends: so head to the town's educational farm for a little country escapade to discover its animals! [Read more]
La Ferme de Gally de Saint-Cyr l'Ecole (78), for a family outing in the countryside
The Ferme pédagogique de Gally is one of the most beautiful educational farms in the Yvelines: with its 4 hectares, it offers children and their parents a privileged encounter with sheep, dwarf goats, rabbits, donkeys, horses... [Read more]
La Ferme Caillard: festive venue, vegetable garden and educational farm in Bondy (93)
In Bondy, Seine-Saint-Denis, Ferme Caillard welcomes you all year round to its semi-urban setting, between town and nature. [Read more]
Family tip: Hi-Han, the low-cost animal park in Roissy-en-Brie (77)
Near Roissy-en-Brie, in Seine-et-Marne, a small animal park welcomes you and your children from Tuesday to Sunday, 2pm to 6pm, for an afternoon of immersion on the farm. [Read more]
Malowe Nature, permaculture farm and nature activities near Mantes-la-Jolie (78)
On a 6-hectare site bordered by the Vaucouleurs river, Malowe Nature is made up of several natural areas. The site is laid out in such a way as to welcome you comfortably, whether you're alone, with your family or in a group. [Read more]
Janvry, a picturesque village with a free wildlife park and events in the Chevreuse Valley
Nestled in the heart of the Haute Vallée de Chevreuse in the Regional Nature Park, Janvry in Essonne is an undiscovered nugget. With its farmland and heritage, including the Louis XIII-style château and the church of Notre Dame du Mont Carmel, this village of 600 inhabitants knows how to surprise its visitors. In fact, to everyone's surprise, it offers a free animal park and great events all year round. [Read more]
