10 outings to do in Yvelines this weekend of January 11 and 12, 2025

You live in Yvelines or do you want to escape the capital without necessarily going too far? The editorial team directs you to the beautiful ones outing ideas which could brighten up your weekend in the 78the most populated department in the outer suburbs, by the way. So we warm up the Navigo pass, or we go out quietly near home. This weekend of January 11 and 12, 2025there is something to enjoy!

It must be said that the Yvelineswith its 262 municipalities and some 2,284 km², is an imposing department of Île-de-France. New restaurant or established quality restaurant, walks in the forests and trails, multiple castles obviously, but also numerous events on the program, there is nothing to be bored. To help you in this jungle of possibilities, we have selected 10 cool outings, specific for this weekend of January 11 and 12, 2025.

10 outings to do in Yvelines on January 11 and 12, 2025

The Museum of Sufi Art and Culture: a spiritual journey to Chatou (78) – our photos
In Chatou, in Yvelines, the first museum dedicated to the art and culture of Sufism opens its doors to you to discover this spiritual movement of Islam, through a collection of ancient objects and works of art. . [Lire la suite]

House of Claude Debussy: discover the composer's world in Saint-Germain-en-Laye
The House of Claude Debussy, famous French composer, opens its doors to you in the heart of the town of Saint-Germain-en-Laye! The opportunity to enter his world, in a house where he was born, classified as a historic monument. [Lire la suite]

Thoiry Lumières Sauvages 2024-2025: immerse yourself in the Extraordinary Voyages of Jules Verne!
Thoiry Lumières Sauvages is back from October 27, 2024 to March 2025 with a new, ever more magical route. The largest lantern trail in Ile-de-France takes us on “Extraordinary Journeys” this year, inspired by the works of Jules Verne to make us dream. [Lire la suite]

Game Story: our photos of the exhibition dedicated to video games at the Ancienne Poste de Versailles
When the video game takes over the Old Post Office of Versailles! The city and the MO5 association invite you to discover Game Story, an exhibition retracing 70 years of video game history within the cultural establishment, from October 19, 2024 to April 25, 2025. A unique dive into the video game universe with more than 100 playable machines and 500 iconic games, from Pong to Dead Cells! [Lire la suite]

Free drone show to close the Lueurs de Mantes 2, the Yvelines course
Lueurs de Mantes, the light trail to discover for free in Yvelines, is planning, like last year, a free drone show to end the event with great fanfare. See you on Saturday February 1, 2025. [Lire la suite]

Calicéo Saint-Cyr l'Ecole: we tested the aquatic fitness SPA area in Yvelines
Calicéo Versailles – Saint-Cyr l'Ecole opens its doors to us from September 16, 2023 in Saint-Cyr-L'Ecole, near Versailles. A new oasis of well-being is opening its doors. Imagine, on an impressive surface area of ​​5,000 m², a wellness area that promises relaxation and revitalization thanks to state-of-the-art aquatic facilities, accessible almost constantly. Beauty, massages and sport are on the program. [Lire la suite]

The Château de Monte-Cristo, the unusual and hidden residence of Alexandre Dumas
Discover the Château de Monte-Cristo, the residence imagined by the writer Alexandre Dumas. In an English garden in the heart of Yvelines on the Saint-Germain-en-Laye side, you can see an exuberant 19th century castle and its small Château d'If. We take you to discover this hidden heritage, classified as a Historic Monument.
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The Carriage Gallery, the free museum at the Great Stables of the Palace of Versailles
The Galerie des Carrosses, nestled in the Grand Stable of the Château de Versailles, opens its doors to us free of charge every weekend. When visiting Versailles, it’s a discovery that it would be wrong not to make. We take you to discover it… [Lire la suite]

The Domaine du Château de Dampierre in Yvelines open and free to under 18s
The Domaine du Château de Dampierre-en-Yvelines now reopens its doors all year round. In fact, there will no longer be any winter closures. Many new features await you there with great events on the program, the opening of guided tours of the castle and free admission for under 18s. [Lire la suite]

The Rambolitrain, miniature train museum in Rambouillet (78)
Notice to train enthusiasts – miniature or full size – in Rambouillet, in the Yvelines department, the Rambolitrain has a unique collection of toy trains. History, scale models and guided tours: welcome to the temple of the toy train! [Lire la suite]

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Brunch in Yvelines (78), good addresses tested and validated
Sunday, for you, is brunch! And sometimes, not just on Sundays. Whether you live in Yvelines or are looking for discoveries in 78, we reveal our gems discovered in the department. All-you-can-eat brunch, homemade brunch or brunch in an exceptional place, here's a selection to have a delicious time. [Lire la suite]

Where to eat in Yvelines (78)? Our good addresses in the department
On the Yvelines side, there is no shortage of good addresses! Want to discover the good restaurants that await you in the 78 department? Let's go for our favorites in Île-de-France. [Lire la suite]

What to do in Yvelines? good deals Heritage, places and activities to discover
Want to get to know Île-de-France better? This time we take you to the Yvelines to discover its heritage, its places to visit, the essential activities as well as the good deals of the moment. Between castles, walks and good addresses, here is what awaits you in 78. [Lire la suite]

Walks and discoveries in the Chevreuse Valley, 17 treasures to absolutely discover
Located between Versailles and Rambouillet, the Chevreuse Valley contains many natural and cultural treasures to discover. There is a remarkable heritage with beautiful monuments, wonders for walking and going green and even a rich culinary heritage. Discover 18 gems you absolutely must discover. [Lire la suite]

Glorious Escape Game in Vélizy, the place to have fun with friends or family in Yvelines
Glorious Escape game, located in Vélizy-Villacoublay (Yvelines), offers 9 escape game rooms: L'Héritage de l'Empereur, Django, Asylum, Lost, La Pierre d'Anubis, The Haunted House, Walking Dead, Les Reliques of Death and Pirate: The Medallion of Eternal Life. [Lire la suite]

The most beautiful villages of Yvelines, 6 gems to discover absolutely
Looking for charming villages close to Paris? The Yvelines offer themselves to you as a beautiful escape. Among the pearls of Ile-de-France, we invite you to discover the picturesque Yvelin places that we enjoyed discovering and which we present to you. [Lire la suite]

Have a nice weekend in Yvelines!