Heritage Days 2024: the programme at archaeological sites and excavation sites

The European Heritage Days (Journées européennes du patrimoine) are an annual cultural event created in France in 1984, which offers the public the opportunity to discover the richness of French cultural heritage. They take place every year on third weekend in SeptemberThese days offer the opportunity to explore places that are normally closed to the public, such as historical monuments, religious buildings, Museums, Castles and even industrial sites. The aim is to raise public awareness of the need to preserve cultural heritage and to showcase treasures that are often little known but nevertheless very close by.

In Paris, the European Heritage Days are particularly important due to the diversity and density of the capital’s heritage. During this weekend, Parisians and visitors have free access to emblematic sites such as the Élysée PalaceThe senateTheHotel de Villeand many others. In addition, numerous activities are offered, including guided tours, workshops, exhibitions and conferences. Historic districts, important cultural institutions and unusual places reveal their secrets and offer a unique experience of the City of Light.

Less well known, this event is also an opportunity to discover archaeological sites, excavation sites and other places dedicated to the discovery of remains in the Île-de-France region. In each department, discover these unique sites, exceptionally open to the general public during the 2024 Heritage Days.

On the programme of the Journées du Patrimoine 2024, on the archaeological side:

Heritage Days 2024: the programme of the archaeological service of the Val-de-Marne Departmental Council
On Saturday 21 and Sunday 22, culture takes over Paris and the Île-de-France region during the annual Journées du Patrimoine. Archaeology enthusiasts can visit the Val-de-Marne Departmental Council! [Read more]

Heritage Days 2024: events at the Société archéologique de Rambouillet (78)
The Journées du patrimoine (Heritage Days) will take place again on the weekend of September 21 and 22, 2024, offering you the opportunity to discover exceptional places in Paris and the Île-de-France region, including archaeological sites and excavations like this one in Rambouillet. [Read more]

Heritage Days 2024: Events and visits to the Archéosite in the Parc de la Haute-Île (93)
As every year, the Journées de Patrimoine are taking place on the third weekend in September. Calling all archaeology enthusiasts: the Archéosite du parc de la Haute-Île in Neuilly-sur-Marne (93) is opening its doors to you! [Read more]

Heritage Days 2024: events at the Center départemental archéologique d'Epinay (93)
During this year's Heritage Days, discover a little-known site in Epinay-sur-Seine (93): the Centre départemental d'archéologique, used by local archaeologists since the 1990s. [Read more]

Heritage Days 2024: Discover the archaeological site of Pincevent (77)
On Saturday, September 21 and Sunday, September 22, 2024, the Journées de Patrimoine return to Paris and the Île-de-France region. In Pincevent, in the Seine-et-Marne department, discover the city's archaeological site. [Read more]

Journées du Patrimoine 2024 in Paris: exceptional visit to the reserves of the Direction des Affaires Culturelles
The Journées du Patrimoine return to the Île-de-France region on the weekend of September 21 and 22, 2024, bringing with them many new experiences. How about an exceptional visit to the reserves of the Paris Department of Culture? Here is the program! [Read more]