In the Seine-et-Marne département, just an hour's drive from the center of Paris or an hour's ride on the Transilien (line P, terminus Provins, from Gare de l'Est) brings you to the Provinois, a little-known region rich in cultural and sporting discoveries...
From the Provinois, we know Provins, which gives its name to the surrounding area. A fortified medieval town in excellent condition, this is the place to spend an afternoon, a day or even a weekend immersed in French medieval traditions.
Relatively well served by the Transilien line P (from Paris Gare de l'Est), the Provinois region is also home to many other wonderful discoveries. Among the nuggets to be found in this region of Seine-et-Marne is the Longueville railroad museum, with its life-size locomotives and historic carriages in a rotunda unique in the Paris region. Families will love the Jumping Forest tree-climbing park and the local educational farms . If you're a hiking enthusiast, good news! The region also boasts some very fine walks.
Beautiful churches, medieval treasures and bucolic walks: let's go for a day or a weekend in the Provinois!
In Provins
Heritage Days 2026: Exploring the archaeological dig site in Provins (77)
During Heritage Days, September 19 and 20, 2026, embark on a tour of an archaeological dig site in Provins, in the Seine-et-Marne department. [Read more]
Harvest Festival 2026 in Provins: parade of floats, dances and traditional activities for the whole family.
The Harvest Festival returns to Provins this Sunday, August 23, 2026. A one-of-a-kind event in France, it unfolds inside the old town walls and unveils a rural program of activities for both kids and adults. [Read more]
Easel Tournament 2026: the free art contest in the medieval town of Provins
The medieval town of Provins invites you to take part in the "Tournoi de chevalets" on Sunday, September 13, 2026. Free and open to all amateur artists, this competition invites you to unleash your creativity, whether you’re into painting or drawing! [Read more]
This vault is the last remnant of a former medieval hospital, and it will be unveiled for Heritage Days 2026.
Right in the heart of Provins' medieval city, a rich heritage awaits that's well worth a detour. For Heritage Days 2026, visitors will have the chance to discover the Caveau du Saint-Esprit this weekend, September 19–20, 2026. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2026 in Provins (77): the schedule of events in a medieval town
During Heritage Days 2026, what if you take a plunge into the heart of the Middle Ages? In Seine-et-Marne, the town of Provins and its medieval city, a UNESCO World Heritage site, unveils its program of tours and activities for the weekend of September 19–20, 2026. Mark your calendar! [Read more]
Unconventional workshops for children and adults where you can learn to cook as it was in the Middle Ages in Provins.
What if you could turn back time... in the kitchen? In the heart of Provins's medieval city center, Les Tabliers Gourmands offers culinary workshops as quirky as they are delicious. These gourmand experiences invite children and adults alike to cook medieval recipes, in a setting steeped in history. [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]
Seine-et-Marne: this medieval keep that visitors can tour was once a prison.
Across Seine-et-Marne, the César Tower has dominated Provins’ medieval citadel since the 12th century. This listed keep, once used as a prison, is open to visitors year-round and offers a panoramic view of the town and its surroundings. [Read more]
The Eagles of the Ramparts: a falconry show in the medieval town of Provins
The falconry show, The Eagles of the Ramparts, is back from March 28 to November 1, 2026, within the historic walls of Provins. Witness stunning birds of prey soaring in perfect harmony with the horses. [Read more]
The Legend of the Knights: a medieval and equestrian show near the ramparts of Provins
La Légende des Chevaliers is one of two shows offered by the town of Provins to immerse you in the Middle Ages, combining equestrian art, history and the magic of the ramparts. Something for the whole family! [Read more]
Around Provins
Vélorail: discover Seine-et-Marne and Essonne on the railroads
If you're looking for an unusual way to explore the region while getting in a bit of exercise, why not try velorail? This fun activity, which involves pedaling along railroad tracks with family or friends, is available in Seine-et-Marne and Essonne. [Read more]
The living railway museum, a meeting place for train enthusiasts in Longueville (77)
Just a few kilometers from Provins, in the Seine-et-Marne département, you'll find the Living Railway Museum in the small town of Longueville. It's a must-see for young and old alike, for lovers of trains and locomotives. [Read more]
Jumping Forest: The fun-filled treetop adventure course in the woods of Seine-et-Marne (77)
At Chenoise in Seine-et-Marne, Jumping Forest offers eight treetop courses suitable for all ages, featuring zip lines and daring free-falls. The outdoor adventure park kicks off its 2026 season on March 26. [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]
And what if you extend the joys of summer in the Fontainebleau area?
Sponsored - In September, there’s no letting go of the pleasures of the sunny season in the Fontainebleau region! A riverside guinguette, a gourmet meal, a cultural discovery, an offbeat experience… Welcome to those who haven’t left yet, and to those who simply want to stretch summer’s pleasures a little longer! [Read more]
World War I reenactment weekend at the Musée de la Grande Guerre in Meaux
Sponsored - On September 5 and 6, 2026, the Musée de la Grande Guerre in Meaux will host nearly 300 reenactors for two days of living history in the museum’s park. [Read more]
Stag and hen parties, paintball near Paris: 20% off Loisirs Prod activities
Sponsored - Looking for ideas for a bachelor or bachelorette party, or a group outing near Paris? Loisirs Prod is offering its outdoor activities at 20% off with the code LPSAP20, valid until mid-August. [Read more]
Val d’Europe: the must-visit shopping and leisure hotspot east of Paris
Sponsored - Just five minutes from the new Disney Adventure World theme park, the Val d’Europe shopping center proves to be a reliable bet for a full day of shopping, entertainment, and family outings. Boasting 190 shops and restaurants, its brand-new 13,000-square-meter indoor experience hub, Imagi Park, and the Sea Life Paris aquarium, the venue checks all the boxes. All of this is less than an hour from Paris! [Read more]
La Ferté-sous-Jouarre Night Market (77): a foray between crafts and treats - the date
Strolling, bargain-hunting, grabbing a bite to eat, and soaking up the music: the La Ferté-sous-Jouarre night market is back on Saturday, September 19, 2026, to extend the summer evenings. [Read more]
Saint-Mammès Night Market (77): artisans, producers and live music along the quays — the date
In Saint-Mammès, the nocturnal market has a vacation vibe by the Seine. Mark your calendar for Saturday, August 29, 2026, to wander among artisans, producers and culinary treats in this former mariner’s town on the Seine in Seine-et-Marne (77). [Read more]
Heritage Days 2026 with the Impressionists: discover Barbizon and its treasures
Come discover the charming town of Barbizon in Seine-et-Marne during the European Heritage Days. Here’s what’s planned for you from September 19 to 20, 2026. [Read more]
5 station-to-station hikes to explore the bucolic landscapes of the Grand Morin Valley
To go hiking, you don’t need to rack up hours on trains, in cars, or even at the airport.
Only your Navigo pass will do, provided you know the best spots, trails, forests and regional parks for hiking in Île-de-France. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2026: A tour of the medieval town and its crypt in Château-Landon (77)
For Heritage Days, the medieval town of Château-Landon invites you to join them on 19 and 20 September 2026 for an exceptional tour through its monuments, including the lesser-known ones, in the heart of Seine-et-Marne. [Read more]
Floating suites set up in Vaires-Torcy this summer 2026: sleeping on the water near Paris?
The floating suites of L'Escale Royale take up residence on the Vaires-Torcy leisure island (77) in Seine-et-Marne: an unconventional water retreat less than an hour from Paris, debuting this summer 2026. [Read more]
Saint-Louis Church in Fontainebleau, the other royal landmark in Seine-et-Marne
Saint-Louis Church in Fontainebleau watches over the town center, right beside the château, since the reign of Henry IV. Commissioned by Marie de Médicis and later redesigned under Napoleon III, this parish church in Seine-et-Marne is being rediscovered in 2026, after a long restoration campaign. [Read more]
Les Cabanes de l'Orvanne: we tried a night perched in the trees near Moret-sur-Loing
Only an hour from Paris and just a short drive from Fontainebleau, Les Cabanes de l'Orvanne offers a unplugged escape in the heart of a preserved 95-hectare natural estate. A chance to spend a premium night in a perched cabin, with a private Nordic bath and 100% locally sourced gourmet baskets. [Read more]
The Panache of the Enlightenment: Henri IV Exhibition at Fontainebleau Castle
The Château de Fontainebleau is dedicating a new exhibition, “The Panache of the Enlightenment,” to the figure of Henry IV revived under Louis XVI, to be on view from 19 September 2026 to 25 January 2027 in Seine-et-Marne. Here’s everything you need to know. [Read more]
In Dammarie-les-Lys, Heritage Days 2026 retrace the thread of your ancestors.
Want to trace the thread of your family history? For Heritage Days 2026, the Seine-et-Marne Archives reveal their missions and the secrets of genealogical research. [Read more]
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Location
Medieval town of Provins
4 Chemin de Villecran
77160 Provins
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