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An itinerary that takes you on a journey through the centuries You’ll discover the places and some of the figures that have left their mark on the city of Jouy-en-Josas. Informational plaques at each point of interest (on building walls or posts) complete this tour. 1. Train Station To begin your walk, you’ll find yourself in front of Jouy-en-Josas station. On your left is our Tourist Office – feel free to step inside and have a look. With the station behind you, cross Avenue Jean Jaurès and go up Rue du Temple, to your left. At the end of this street stands the temple. On the perpendicular street, slightly to your left, you’ll see the house where Patrick Modiano spent part of his childhood. 2. Town Centre Then, walk back down Rue du Temple to reach Avenue Jean Jaurès again. Cross at the pedestrian crossing and take the tree-lined path running along the railway tracks. At the end, you’ll come across a small park where Napoleon I once awarded a Legion of Honour… Facing the park stands today’s community hall of Jouy-en-Josas, with a plaque at the car park entrance recalling the former textile factory. 3. Rue Oberkampf Continue your walk to the next junction, turn right and cross the railway. You’ll now be on Rue Oberkampf. On your right, the large building with a glass façade is the Old Mill. On your left are the Révérend houses, near the pharmacy, and the Écu de France (today the restaurant La Médina). Head further up the street towards the church. Nearby are the cemetery and the grand HEC castle. 4. Domaine du Montcel From the church, walk back down Rue Oberkampf, cross the railway again and pass by the Town Hall. Cross Avenue Jean Jaurès to reach the pedestrian path in front of the stone bridge house. This path leads you straight to the entrance of Domaine du Montcel. Very close by, on Rue de la Manufacture des Toiles de Jouy, you can also see Château de Vilvert. 5. Chemin de la Butte à Guétin From the entrance to Domaine du Montcel, follow Rue du Montcel to the left. At the junction with Rue Jean Bauvinon, cross the road and take the steps up Chemin de la Butte à Guétin. ⚠️ Take your time climbing – you’ll be going up almost 200 steps, so don’t forget to drink some water! Continue straight ahead and you’ll reach the house of Léon Blum. 6. Metz District Next, take Rue des Pétrins on your left, then Rue Victor Hugo. On the façade of number 10, you’ll find an extract from a Victor Hugo poem, in tribute to his relationship with Juliette Drouet. Following the same street to the junction, you’ll see Jeanne Blum School. Turn left here onto Chemin du Vallot. On the edge of the forest, on your right, lies Domaine Pasteur. 7. Metz Forest Carry on through the forest to enjoy the natural surroundings of the town. At the Butte crossroads, turn left onto the small path that descends towards the Musée de la Toile de Jouy. You’ll pass through the Rosehip Park. 8. Along the Bièvre Leave the museum car park and enter the park directly opposite. Take the path to your left, running alongside the Bièvre River. Keep going straight until you approach the railway tracks. Just on the other side of the tracks, at the junction, you’ll find Saint-Martin Mill and the Austerlitz Bridge. Finally, return to Jouy-en-Josas station to complete your walk.

Explore the Versailles Plain by bike and uncover its historical secrets and the Palace park. A 25 km route blending history, culture, and nature — perfect for a ride with family or friends. Start your bike tour on Avenue Charles de Gaulle, then enter the Palace of Versailles park through the Mariners’ Gate (Porte des Matelots). Ride along the Grand Canal, stretching 1,670 meters, which has been the setting for many memorable festivities. Continue along the Gally Stream, which begins at the Grand Canal. This 22 km-long waterway crosses the Versailles Plain and was once used to supply drinking water, wash clothes, and power mills. As you exit from the back of the park, turn right to discover the Gally Farm. Nestled between the Marly Forest and the hills of Saint-Cyr-l’École, this farm has been patiently cultivated over the centuries by monks, farmers, and gardeners. After leaving the park, you’ll find the Versailles Aerodrome on your left. Since 1909, the Saint-Cyr airfield has lived to the rhythm of take-offs and landings. Next, cross the Versailles Plain, which was once part of the vast Versailles hunting park created by Louis XIV between 1660 and 1685. This magnificent and preserved area is now a sanctuary for many rare natural species. End your ride in Rennemoulin, a village shaped by agricultural, forest, and natural landscapes. Then, complete your loop by passing once again by the Grand Canal and return to your starting point on Avenue Charles de Gaulle. This cycling route offers a full exploration of the history, culture, and natural beauty of the destination.

Discover Versailles by bike through its historic neighborhoods and the magnificent Château park. A 14 km route blending history, culture, and nature, perfect for a family outing or a trip with friends. Start at the Carrés Saint Louis, a picturesque spot with historic buildings. Then, head to the Saint Louis Cathedral, an example of classical architecture with impressive stained glass windows. Continue to the Potager du Roi, a historic garden created for Louis XIV, where traditional gardening techniques are still practiced. Stop at the Jeu de Paume Hall, an emblematic site of the Tennis Court Oath, a significant event of the French Revolution. Next, go to the Pièce d'eau des Suisses, a large basin surrounded by lawns and trees, perfect for a break. Enter the park of the Palace of Versailles, famous for its French gardens and groves. Explore the Domaine de Trianon, including the Grand Trianon, the Petit Trianon, and the Queen's Hamlet, which offer a glimpse into royal life. Return to town to visit the Notre-Dame Church, an example of Baroque architecture where many royal events took place. Continue to the Notre-Dame Market Square, the center of the local market with its fresh and artisanal products. Pass by the Hoche Square, the first octagonal square in France, and end your tour at the Equestrian Academy, where equestrian art is showcased. This bike route offers a comprehensive exploration of the history and beauty of Versailles. Please note : Certain areas of the Château de Versailles park will be closed during the Olympic Games.

Take a refreshing break in Versailles Grand Parc with a 20km cycle route, combining history and nature along the River Bièvre. Start your journey in Versailles by passing in front of the château, then follow the Avenue de Paris towards the Porchefontaine district. From here, continue on to the town of Jouy-en-Josas, where you will follow the banks of the River Bièvre. Continue on towards Bièvres and explore the peaceful Bois du Chat Noir, close to Victor Hugo's literary home. Then venture into the Bois Chauveaux departmental forest, a haven of greenery ideal for a relaxing stroll. To complete the loop, retrace your steps from Jouy-en-Josas and follow the same route back to your starting point in Versailles.

Discover the Notre-Dame district of Versailles on foot. A 3.6-kilometer cultural walk taking you past the city’s iconic landmarks. Start your walk at the Versailles Tourist Office, then head to Place Hoche, a charming 18th-century square. Continue on to the Church of Notre-Dame, a beautiful example of classical architecture. Keep walking until you reach the Lambinet Museum, which houses rich collections of art and history. Then make your way to the Espace Richaud, a former royal hospital transformed into a cultural center. Finish at Place du Marché Notre-Dame, the lively commercial heart of the district. Return to the Tourist Office to conclude this cultural and historical stroll through Versailles.

Find the cafe bistrot Hotel de Paris in Bièvres for a friendly moment. Looking for a counter to drink a "short black", wooden tables weathered by the time where enthroned crockery dish and large balloon glass, a good smell of cooking in the air? Welcome to our bistro! Here, the TRADI cuisine is queen and we share beautiful values. A table for 4?

A mystery to solve in the heart of Jouy fabrics! Set off on an adventure with your family with a game bag: puzzles, challenges and laughter await you as you search for the precious green dye stolen from the factory! A mystery to solve in the heart of Jouy fabrics! Set off on an adventure with your family with a game bag: puzzles, challenges and laughter await you as you search for the precious green dye stolen from the factory! Looking for a fun and unusual activity to do with your family? Set off together in pursuit of a mysterious thief who has stolen... the precious green dye from the famous Jouy fabrics! Your mission: explore the centre of Jouy-en-Josas on a trail featuring seven stages combining puzzles, observation games, physical challenges (such as a hopscotch race!) and creative activities. Designed especially for families, this adventure game will delight young and old alike! No need for a phone, screen or app: the game is 100% offline, for a real moment of family bonding! At the end of the trail, a surprise awaits the young adventurers: they make a small gift for Napoleon I and receive the Legion of Honour... well deserved! 📵 100% offline game: no screen or app required ♿ Accessibility: some stages or games are not accessible to wheelchair users or people with reduced mobility 📅 Please note: the date selected when booking is for information purposes only. You can collect your game bag on the date of your choice, depending on the opening hours of the collection points. Where can I collect my game bag? Go to one of our Tourist Offices with your booking confirmation to collect your game bag: Jouy-en-Josas Tourist Office 📍 31 avenue Jean Jaurès - 78350 Jouy-en-Josas 🕒 Open Tuesday to Sunday from 10:00 to 12:30 and from 13:30 to 17:00 🔒 Closed on Mondays, 1 January, 1 May and 25 December Please note exceptional closures: from 28 August to 6 September 2025 inclusive When the Jouy-en-Josas Tourist Office is closed, the game bag and reward can be collected from the Versailles Tourist Office. Versailles Tourist Office 📍 1 Place du Maréchal Lyautey - 78000 Versailles 🕒 Open Monday from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.; Tuesday to Sunday from 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. 🔒 Closed on 1 January, 1 May and 25 December

Located in the charming Château de l’Églantine in Jouy-en-Josas, the Musée de la Toile de Jouy brings to life the legacy of the famous Jouy Manufacture, founded in 1760 by Christophe-Philippe Oberkampf, a visionary entrepreneur and printer. Created in 1977 in the very town where Toile de Jouy was born, the museum celebrates this emblem of French textiles — a painted or printed cotton fabric, also known as *indienne* — while carrying forward the values of its creator: entrepreneurship, humanism, and openness to the world. Since 1991, the museum has been housed in the Château de l’Églantine, bearing witness to the quality and expertise of the Oberkampf manufactory, active from 1760 to 1848. Its collections bring together nearly 10,000 pieces from the 18th century to today: painted and printed fabrics, sample books, drawings, gouaches, paintings, costumes, furniture, bed linens, as well as various tools and mechanisms linked to printing techniques. The production of Jouy-en-Josas is represented, alongside other French centers (Normandy, Alsace, Provence) and foreign ones (Great Britain, Italy). In 2022, the Musée de la Toile de Jouy inaugurated its new historical exhibition spaces dedicated to the 18th and 19th centuries. This immersive journey into the Oberkampf manufactory (1760–1843) and its 30,000 printed motifs invites visitors to step into interiors inspired by the Oberkampf family — a bedroom, a study, and a music room — and discover how printed textiles were used in furnishings. To complement the visit, an interactive digital installation familiarizes visitors with this remarkable textile heritage. The permanent collections highlight the history, printing techniques, and use of Toile de Jouy in both clothing and interior decoration. With the support of the Friends of the Musée de la Toile de Jouy, the museum regularly acquires new pieces — textiles, objects, costumes — from both the time of Oberkampf and contemporary creators. Many artists, publishers, and designers draw inspiration from Toile de Jouy to create their collections, contributing to the influence of this heritage. The permanent exhibition showcases the incredible creativity of the era’s designers through floral, geometric, and figurative motifs, while also presenting the evolution of printing techniques: wooden blocks, copperplates, and copper rollers. Reconstructions featuring pieces from the French National Furniture Collection evoke Oberkampf’s private world as a true visionary. ### Special Offer 🎟️ Enjoy **15% off all tickets** with the *Pass Malin*! Download your discount voucher now at **passmalin.fr** and present it at the museum reception.

ArrayWhat to Expect The enchanting Palace of Versailles is one of the most extraordinary achievements in 17th-century European art. Situated just 30 minutes outside Paris, in the village of Versailles, this elaborate complex once thrived as an epicenter of political power for the Kingdom of France. Today, the Palace, also known as Château de Versailles, contains 700 rooms spread across 800 hectares. Each year, it is estimated that approximately 5 million people visit the Palace of Versailles, and between 8 and 10 million people walk through its gardens. Begin your visit by exploring the ornate King's State Apartments. Learn about the French monarchy and explore the themed salons and their elaborate ceiling paintings. Next, make your way to the glittering Hall of Mirrors. After admiring the inside of the Palace, head outdoors and take in the grandeur of the estate’s impressive architecture. Stroll along the cobblestone grounds, through the beautiful French gardens, and pass by the gorgeous Versailles fountains. At Marie Antoinette’s Estate, discover the Trianons and get a peek into her secret life. For tips on how to navigate the palace, make the most of your time, and choose the best experience, refer to our Palace of Versailles tours and tickets collection. If you’d like to maximize your time at the palace of Versailles and get a more in-depth Castle experience, check out the Versailles Half Day Guided Tour ticket.

Travel around the royal city in a horse-drawn carriage like in the days of the Kings. Enjoy the carriage ride as you admire and discover Versailles in an original way! TRAVEL AROUND THE ROYAL CITY IN A HORSE-DRAWN CARRIAGE LIKE IN THE DAYS OF THE KINGS. ENJOY THE CARRIAGE RIDE AS YOU ADMIRE AND DISCOVER VERSAILLES IN AN ORIGINAL WAY! As a historic and royal city, Versailles was once filled with the clip-clopping of horses on the cobblestone roads. This carriage ride at the heart of the city invites you on a trip to discover the age of the Sun King. Share a pleasant moment with family or friends and enjoy a ride on board a horse-drawn carriage. While here, Versailles will reveal its iconic castle and historical districts. You will uncover all the hidden secrets of the city.  An original and unforgettable experience fun for all ages awaits in Versailles!

Founded in 2003 by Bartabas at the Great Stables of the Palace of Versailles, the Versailles Equestrian Academy is a one-of-a-kind ballet company, built on both the transmission of knowledge and the art of performance. Within the walls that once housed the steeds of King Louis XIV, the Equestrian Academy now brings together around thirty horses, combining equestrian and artistic activities, making it a renowned institution. In the Riding Hall of the Château de Versailles’ Great Stables, the Academy presents “La Voie de l’écuyère”, choreographed by Bartabas and embodying the spirit of this company-school. Lasting one hour, this performance is not merely a dressage set to music, but a poetic representation of the learning journey between rider and horse. Dates & times: From February 21, 2024, every Saturday (6 p.m.) and Sunday (3 p.m.), as well as Wednesdays during school holidays (except summer) at 3 p.m. Information: Performance lasts 1 hour. Recommended for ages 6 and up. Free visit of the stables after the show for ticket holders.

Just a stone’s throw from the Palace, this iconic site was the stage of the Tennis Court Oath, where 578 deputies of the Estates-General swore not to separate until they had given France a constitution. It was here that the French Revolution began. Come and discover one of the key landmarks of the French Revolution: the Salle du Jeu de Paume. Built in 1686 to entertain the court, this hall dedicated to jeu de paume—the ancestor of tennis—is today famous for having witnessed a historic turning point: the Tennis Court Oath. On June 20, 1789, 578 deputies of the Estates-General proclaimed themselves the National Assembly and swore not to separate until they had given France a constitution. The idea of replacing the Salle du Jeu de Paume with a commemorative monument dates back to the Revolution, but no project was carried out until 1880, when the hall was transformed into a museum to mark the centenary of this decisive event.

Versailles is renowned for its famous Palace but the city has many more points of interest! Spend 90 minutes with your guide discovering all the secrets of the city of Kings. VERSAILLES IS RENOWNED FOR ITS FAMOUS PALACE BUT THE CITY HAS MANY MORE POINTS OF INTEREST. SPEND 90 MINUTES WITH YOUR GUIDE DISCOVERING ALL THE SECRETS OF THE CITY OF KINGS! In order to set up the necessary services for the Court, Louis XIV created the city of Versailles in close proximity to the palace. As the former seat of power and birthplace of the Revolution, Versailles is an authentic multifaceted city!  During this guided tour, follow your guide as you discover either the Notre-Dame neighborhood or the Saint Louis neighborhood In the Notre-Dame neighborhood, admire the church (formerly the royal parish), hotel du baillage, and visit the market. You will also enjoy walking along the streets and listening to anecdotes from your guide. The Saint Louis neighborhood is typical of Versailles, and located near the King's kitchen garden. Here, see picturesque stone houses, visit the Saint Louis cathedral, and walk through the English garden. A living example of French history, Versailles today is an artistic and cultural city with many green spaces, and will surely surprise you!

Relive the early days of the French Revolution. Follow your guide into the Royal Tennis Court, which is now a museum dedicated to the events of 1789! RELIVE THE EARLY DAYS OF THE FRENCH REVOLUTION. FOLLOW YOUR GUIDE INTO THE ROYAL TENNIS COURT, WHICH IS NOW A MUSEUM DEDICATED TO THE EVENTS OF 1789! It was in this room, once used for playing tennis, that the members of parliament from the Third Estate met together on June 20, 1789. They then vowed not to separate until France had its constitution. This vow has been known ever since as a pivotal event for French democracy: “We vow to never separate and to reassemble wherever circumstances require, until the constitution of the kingdom is established and consolidated on firm foundations.” The Royal Tennis Court museum was put in place to commemorate the centenary of that event and retraces the early stages of the French Revolution. Your guide will reveal all the details of that historic year and will give you anecdotes unknown to the public. Make the most of this tour to the “oath room” and learn all about the events from 1789! 

ArrayWhat to Expect Begin your visit by exploring the ornate King and Queen's State Apartments. Learn about the French monarchy and peek into the private lives of the infamous King Louis XIV and Marie Antoinette. Next, make your way to the glittering Hall of Mirrors. Designed to protect the ornate walls and ceilings from smoke, the hall’s 357 mirrors were strategically placed to reflect the light of candles. With just a few flames, the reflection from so many mirrors was enough to light up the whole hall! After admiring the inside of the Palace, head outdoors and take in the grandeur of the estate’s impressive architecture. Stroll along the cobblestone grounds and pass by the gorgeous Versailles fountains. At the Carrosses Gallery, travel back in time as you explore carriages, coaches, sculptures and other artifacts left behind by the French Monarch. If you’re short on time or would prefer to skip the long entry lines, a Versailles skip-the-line entry ticket will allow you to save anywhere from 1-3 hours of waiting. If you happen to visit the Palace on a Tuesday, Saturday or Sunday, consider opting for a Versailles Passport ticket and catch one of the famous water fountain and musical shows. Each year, it is estimated that approximately 5 million people visit the Palace of Versailles, and between 8 and 10 million people walk its gardens. A place of immense beauty, Versailles stands as a symbol of France’s monarchy and its glorious history.

With more than 25,000 objects, a million photographs, a library and a unique technical documentary collection, the French Museum of Photography brings together one of the most important collections internationally. In 1960, two passionate amateurs, Jean and André Fage, opened an associative museum in Bièvres. For more than thirty years they brought together images and objects testifying to the history of photography. The Departmental Council of Essonne welcomes you to a departmental museum approved "Museum of France" since 2003. The French Museum of Photography offers a temporary exhibitions program that allows to rotate the museum three funds: images, devices and documentation. With an exceptional collection of nearly a million images, 25,000 materials, more than 50,000 printed documents (books, manuals, catalogs, magazines, posters, etc.), from 1839 to the present day, the French Museum Photography aims to tell the story and history of photography! How were pictures taken in 1850, during the First World War or at the end of the 20th century? How were images disseminated at a time when we did not know yet how to reproduce them in books and newspapers? How did chemistry make them appear in the darkness of the laboratory, long before computers, printers and digital networks are invented? Why did we move from a complex craft to a flourishing industry and a universal practice? What is the use of billions of photos produced, reproduced, classified, preserved and sometimes forgotten or discarded? Begin to answer these questions, and many others, by discovering surprising images, mysterious objects, amusing commercials... thanks to the museum, we try to understand our "civilization of the image", to form our critical eye, to discover the little stories that make up the great History of the image.

The Upper Bièvre Valley is a territory made up of eleven municipalities within the departments of Yvelines and Essonne. This site was classified on 07/07/2000 along the river Bièvre, which has its source in Guyancourt and flows into the Seine in Paris. This natural area is rich in heritage and has the advantage of being close to Versailles and Paris. The municipalities crossed by the Upper Bièvre Valley are : Guyancourt, Buc, Les Loges-en-Josas, Jouy-en-Josas, Vélizy-Villacoublay, Bièvres, Saclay, Vauhallan, Igny, Massy and Verrières-le-Buisson.

"Here are long lasting flowers that last little. Here the soul contemplates, listens, adores, aspires, And take pity on the world, narrow and foolish empire." Victor Hugo Exhibition of documents and manuscripts of the famous writer, who spent several summers in the field of Rocks, today transformed into a literary house. The current exhibition is entitled "Victor Hugo and the Peace". You can also walk in the beautiful Roches Park.

The museum is part of a heritage conservation approach and invites the public to discover lost or forgotten crafts. The museum tour is guided by volunteers of the LADO Association, founded in 1983. The association aims safeguarding the handicraft heritage. Located in the inner village, in a renovated building, it has three levels totaling approximately 150 m2. You can discover cathedral builders and bronze-smiths on the ground floor then trades of the thread (haberdashery, seamstress, lacemaker ...), milliner and linen maid on the 1st floor, and finally the woodwork on the 2nd floor. Bièvres tool fair takes place on May 1st of each year.

The Maison Léon Blum is the last home of the illustrious statesman, man of letters and architect of many social advances. All the rooms can be visited, from the kitchen to the modest bedrooms and the vast office-library. Léon Blum lived there from 1945, on his return from the Buchenwald camp, until his death in 1950. The day after his death, his wife Jeanne had plans to convert the house into a museum. When she died in 1982, Jeanne Blum bequeathed the house to the commune of Jouy-en-Josas with the mission of maintaining the memory of Léon Blum and developing cultural and artistic activities there. Listed as a Historic Monument, the House became a museum in 1986 and was awarded the label "Maison des Illustres" by the Ministry of Culture in 2012. Since 2017, it has benefited from a new permanent exhibition space that can be used by groups and schools. This space is composed of multiple documentary resources that allow the life and work of Léon Blum to be retraced in all its diversity. As Jeanne wished, the Maison Léon Blum is today a living place of memory and culture.

Located in the charming Château de l’Églantine in Jouy-en-Josas, the Musée de la Toile de Jouy brings to life the legacy of the famous Jouy Manufacture, founded in 1760 by Christophe-Philippe Oberkampf, a visionary entrepreneur and printer. Created in 1977 in the very town where Toile de Jouy was born, the museum celebrates this emblem of French textiles — a painted or printed cotton fabric, also known as *indienne* — while carrying forward the values of its creator: entrepreneurship, humanism, and openness to the world. Since 1991, the museum has been housed in the Château de l’Églantine, bearing witness to the quality and expertise of the Oberkampf manufactory, active from 1760 to 1848. Its collections bring together nearly 10,000 pieces from the 18th century to today: painted and printed fabrics, sample books, drawings, gouaches, paintings, costumes, furniture, bed linens, as well as various tools and mechanisms linked to printing techniques. The production of Jouy-en-Josas is represented, alongside other French centers (Normandy, Alsace, Provence) and foreign ones (Great Britain, Italy). In 2022, the Musée de la Toile de Jouy inaugurated its new historical exhibition spaces dedicated to the 18th and 19th centuries. This immersive journey into the Oberkampf manufactory (1760–1843) and its 30,000 printed motifs invites visitors to step into interiors inspired by the Oberkampf family — a bedroom, a study, and a music room — and discover how printed textiles were used in furnishings. To complement the visit, an interactive digital installation familiarizes visitors with this remarkable textile heritage. The permanent collections highlight the history, printing techniques, and use of Toile de Jouy in both clothing and interior decoration. With the support of the Friends of the Musée de la Toile de Jouy, the museum regularly acquires new pieces — textiles, objects, costumes — from both the time of Oberkampf and contemporary creators. Many artists, publishers, and designers draw inspiration from Toile de Jouy to create their collections, contributing to the influence of this heritage. The permanent exhibition showcases the incredible creativity of the era’s designers through floral, geometric, and figurative motifs, while also presenting the evolution of printing techniques: wooden blocks, copperplates, and copper rollers. Reconstructions featuring pieces from the French National Furniture Collection evoke Oberkampf’s private world as a true visionary. ### Special Offer 🎟️ Enjoy **15% off all tickets** with the *Pass Malin*! Download your discount voucher now at **passmalin.fr** and present it at the museum reception.

Just a stone’s throw from the city center of Versailles, discover a place full of charm and elegance: the Domaine de Madame Élisabeth. Nestled in a lush green setting, this royal estate takes you back to the heart of the 18th century. In 1783, King Louis XVI acquired this property and gifted it to his beloved sister, Madame Élisabeth. Since then, this exceptional estate has retained all the poetry and tranquility of its aristocratic past. An English-style park full of surprises Imagined in the 18th century for the Prince and Princess of Rohan-Guéméné, the park was designed by architect Alexandre Louis Étable de La Brière. Covering 8 hectares, it is organized around winding paths, groves of majestic trees, a mysterious grotto, and a stream originally fed by the Montbauron reservoirs. A remarkable site for lovers of botany, the estate once housed a collection of rare plants gathered by Le Monnier, Louis XVI’s physician and a passionate natural scientist. The park also included a vegetable garden, an orangery, and a dairy — witnesses to the art of living in the Age of Enlightenment. A romantic French setting In the 19th century, the estate was redesigned in the spirit of a romantic English garden while preserving its emblematic features: its picturesque grotto, preserved groves, and scenic vistas. Today, this idyllic setting invites strolling, contemplation, or family walks, far from the hustle and bustle of the city.

Just a stone’s throw from the heart of Versailles, discover a hidden gem: the elegant townhouse of Madame du Barry, the last mistress of Louis XV. Nestled in a discreet setting, this pavilion is a testament to the splendour and intrigues of the 18th-century court. In 1772, the Countess du Barry acquired this estate to house her staff. She entrusted the construction of sumptuous stables to one of the greatest architects of her time, Claude-Nicolas Ledoux, a leading figure of Neoclassical architecture. But the death of Louis XV in 1774 changed her destiny. In 1775, Madame du Barry ceded the property to the Count of Provence, brother of the new king, Louis XVI. He continued the development works under Jean-François Chalgrin, the future architect of the Arc de Triomphe. Transformed into a military district during the Revolution, the site underwent many changes. In 1902, the stables and the pavilion were separated. While the stables became the Versailles Police Headquarters, the pavilion was acquired in 1937 by the Chamber of Commerce and Industry, which established its offices there while preserving the refined décor and period artworks recalling the presence of Madame du Barry. A rare and captivating visit Today, this exceptional site opens its doors only for guided tours organized by the Versailles Tourist Office. It is a unique opportunity to step into the intimacy of a woman who left her mark on her century, and to discover a remarkably preserved heritage blending history, architecture, and the French art of living. 📍 Information & Reservations For upcoming tour dates or to book your place, please contact us directly.

Aqueduct and arcades at Buc, a historic site 580 metres high. The Buc aqueduct was built of millstone, with ashlar stringcourses and arcades. It is 580 metres long and 21 metres high and comprises two superimposed rows of nineteen arcades. A small fountain-maker's house adjoins the structure. It has long since been abandoned.

Find the cafe bistrot Hotel de Paris in Bièvres for a friendly moment. Looking for a counter to drink a "short black", wooden tables weathered by the time where enthroned crockery dish and large balloon glass, a good smell of cooking in the air? Welcome to our bistro! Here, the TRADI cuisine is queen and we share beautiful values. A table for 4?

It is in a restaurant in the at the same time sober contemporary frame and colored in the red notes on bottom cremate, adorned with the paintings of the Danish artist Inger Birn and with Jean Campaque's sculptures the chef Pierre Négrevergne you made share a cooking to the crossing of the luxury gastronomy

The restaurant La Plage: exceptional Frame, unique terrace, a perspective in 180 °, Paris and the Seine in your feet

At the heart of the luxuriant garden of the Quai Branly Museum, perched on the roof-terrace, the restaurant LES OMBRES offers a unique panoramic view on Paris, in the shade of her neighbor, the Eiffel Tower, which throws in the daytime its metallic laces on tablecloths and in the evening, fires the room.

A few steps away from the Eiffel Tower, Jérôme GANGNEUX and his wife Cathy proposes you a greedy cooking inspired by the traditional directory, in a smart contemporary frame. Conceivedin the bright tones, playing on the materials natural as the wood and the leather, this sophisticated space offers a warm atmosphere. 

Situated right in the heart of the "golden triangle", the luxury brasserie at Francis offers conditions favored to take advantage of the show of the most luxurious Parisian places. It is comfortably settled in this smart brasserie or in the terrace that you can admire the Eiffel Tower, in front of you.

Rosa Bonheur joins in the tradition of the establishments of the beginning of the last century and is in Paris of today. " En attendant Rosa " is the terrace which precedes the opening of the barge Rosa Bonheur. Find on the terrace a selection of the products of the guingnette, the preparations are in free service at the counter, establish your tray and take advantage of the atmosphere.

OPEN EVERY DAY OF 10 hours(am) TO 2 hours OF THE MORNINGIt is with happiness and enthuses that Éric Frechon, Chef triply studed, took up the challenge. He imagined a cooking which looks like him

Situated near Concorde and near the Musée du Louvre, at the foot of the Musée d'Orsay Its exceptional frame, with its window of 260 m ² and its floating terrace of 200 m ² on the water, offers a panoramic view on the Seine and Paris Historique.

The heart of the Bouquinistesbeats at the rate of the lapping of the Seine and the big bumblebee of Notre-Dame. Our restaurant likes its district, it becomes soaked with its beauty and offers to all those who push its door, a beautiful chapter of life in Paris. The card was conceived by Guy Savoy and Stéphane Perraud.

Opening 02/04/2020 > 01/11/2020 Have a desire to visit Paris and the Palace of Versailles? Choose the Huttopia Versailles campsite! This 3-star campsite with a heated swimming pool is the ideal departure point for some wonderful family excursions!

A villa-like hotel, the BEST WESTERN Montcalm is set in the residential quarter of the 15th arrondissement, nestled among the flowers and quiet of a beautiful garden.

An Ideal Hotel for your business trips and your holidays in family, situated between the Eiffel Tower, the station Montparnasse and the exhibition center of the Porte de Versailles

Welcome to Paris in a hotel in the refined comfort! The Alyss Saphir Cambronne Eiffel hotel ** is situated in the district of the Champ de Mars, close to the Eiffel Tower and near the Exhibition center of the Porte de Versailles.

The hotel Ibis Paris cambronne Eiffel Tower is situated at the heart of Paris a few minutes away from the Eiffel Tower, of Bateaux Mouches and the Champs-Elysées. The Station Montparnasse is 2 subway accessible on foot stations or by car.

In full "smart" district of Paris, 30 rooms nicely decorated with this hotel completely air-conditioned with small internal garden, illustrate marvelously the charm and the elegance of the 7th district.

Ideally situated, the hotel of Varenne constitutes a real historic treasure dating the XIXth century decorated with refinement in the style Louis XVI and Empire. Our hotel will bring you a warm welcome and a personalized service.

Recently renovated and scented with the unique fragrance of amber, the hotel's 146 spacious rooms and 45 suites are a showcase of French taste at its very best. 

L'Hôtel de l'Espérance welcomes you warmly in the Vth district of Paris. It's a small charming hotel and of peace of mind, just a step from the street Mouffetard. It is one of the most picturesque places of the Latin Quarter.

The hotel is ideally situated at the heart of Paris, to Saint Germain, in some not only of the Musée d'Orsay.