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Jardins des Lumières: an exhibition on the art of garden design at the Grand Trianon, Palace of Versailles

At the Grand Trianon of the Palace of Versailles, in Yvelines, the exhibition Jardins des Lumières (1750-1800) delves into the art of the landscape garden through nearly 160 works, including paintings, models, drawings, and furniture. Go see it from May 5 to September 27, 2026, and take the opportunity to explore the Trianon gardens and the Queen's Hamlet.
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Discover this grand, free nautical festival, now in its 67th year, in Conflans-Sainte-Honorine (78)

It’s the must-attend event in Conflans-Sainte-Honorine: the Pardon de la Batellerie, a major local festival that blends remembrance, a parade, and festivities. From June 12 to 14, 2026, the 67th Pardon will be celebrated, framed by a wonderful, entirely free program.
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Visit La Hublotière, Hector Guimard's Art Nouveau villa, this summer 2026 in the Yvelines.

Do you know Hublotière? This Art Nouveau villa, designed by Hector Guimard, hides in the heart of Le Vésinet in the Yvelines. Although it is inhabited year-round, it opens its doors to the public each summer, for just a few euros.
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Seeing Paris differently: gearing up for the season’s greenest outdoor festival.

Sponsored - Jardins, Jardin: this nature escape is sure to win everyone over! Indeed, the event returns May 28–31 at Parc de la Villa Windsor, with a bustling edition crafted for lovers of nature, landscape design, and green discoveries—blending sustainable inspirations, encounters, and ideas to cultivate.
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Experience the National Archives gardens in a new light for the 2026 Rendez-vous aux jardins.

For the Rendez-vous aux jardins, the National Archives in Paris invite curious nature lovers, botany enthusiasts, and heritage buffs to rediscover their hidden Marais gardens during the weekend of June 5–7, 2026.
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Royal stroll at Dampierre Castle (78): a full day of dog-focused activities

Et si votre chien prenait enfin ses quartiers d’été… dans un château ? On Sunday, June 7, 2026, the Château de Dampierre and its estate, nestled in the heart of the Yvelines, will transform into a royal playground for a day entirely devoted to truffles.
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Rendezvous at the Gardens 2026: Bike tours at the Chamarande Departmental Estate (91)

From June 5 to 7, 2026, they’re back: the Rendez-vous aux Jardins return with a flourish! A chance to (re)discover, with family, friends, or solo, the exquisite gardens of Paris and the Île-de-France region, along with the activities on offer. So what’s happening at the Domaine de Chamarande for this occasion? Check out the program!
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Art Deco Spring 2026: An Architectural Immersion in Hauts-de-France

Sponsored - The Art Deco Spring returns to Hauts-de-France through May 31, 2026, with guided tours, exhibitions, workshops and festive events celebrating heritage.
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Where to see farm animals? Educational farms and livestock farms in and around Paris.

A day at the farm is the sure-fire outing everyone agrees on: so this weekend, this Wednesday, or during the holidays, it's the perfect chance to (re)discover the area’s farms and educational farms.
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Visit a fire station for free: 2026 open house dates

Paris and Île-de-France fire stations open their doors for free to aspiring firefighters on sunny days. Plan a visit on select Saturdays and Sundays throughout the year (depending on the station) for an immersive glimpse into the life of firefighters.
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