A capital region par excellence (it has eight departments), Ile-de-France is full of surprises and even the best tourist guides in the Ile-de-France region cannot list everything! From Lutèce to the gradual construction of Grand-Paris, passing through the exit of the new cities, Ile-de-France has been, and still is, the setting for the most decisive hours in the country's history. You will therefore find a profusion of monuments (castles of Versailles or Vaux-le-Vicomte...), places classified as national and world heritage (Saint-Denis basilica, Arc de Triomphe...), museums (Louvre Museum, Centre Pompidou...). A cultural and intellectual metropolis, Ile-de-France is also the economic heart of the country, accounting for nearly a third of the country's gross domestic product: the La Défense business district, for example, is a perfect example. And contrary to popular belief, the region is essentially green and has many forests (we think of the Fontainebleau forest). Today, Ile-de-France has more than 12 million inhabitants, or a fifth of the French metropolitan population. The offer in terms of culture, leisure (Disneyland Paris) and sports (Stade de France, Roland Garros...) is therefore also very important to satisfy the entire Ile-de-France population. In short, from Montreuil to Versailles, via Neuilly-sur-Seine, Cergy-le-Haut and, of course, Paris, the Ile-de-France is the region of all possibilities and excesses!
When to go to Ile-de-France? Absolutely all year round, so much to see and do there! To be more relaxed, you should nevertheless favour the intermediate seasons: autumn and spring. Very popular all year round, the Ile-de-France region nevertheless experiences some short breaks during these periods, which allows tourists who flee the crowds and are nevertheless attracted by the region to get there, more quietly and at a lower cost.
In winter, Christmas lights illuminate the cities and give the cities of the region a very pleasant atmosphere.
In summer, however, the region empties of its inhabitants and fills up with visitors. Accommodation prices are rising and bookings must be made several months in advance
Finally, many events (festivals, sporting events, exhibitions, trade fairs, etc.) are held throughout the year: these can of course determine your stay in Ile-de-France)
The climate in the Ile-de-France region is of a temperate oceanic type. The region, particularly in the west, is experiencing degraded oceanic incursions creating mild winters, with an average of 5-6°C, associated with average rainfall throughout the year. The eastern part of the region is more subject to a semi-continental climate of influence. Winters are a little harsher than the western part of the region.
The exhibition The King's Animals, which is taking place at the Château de Versailles, aims to reveal the links that the Court had with animals. ...
From 10/21/2021 to 12/31/2021 : The Crazy Horse is back after an eighteen month closure. The famous cabaret is unveiling a brand new setting for the occasion, which pays tribute ...
When to go to Ile-de-France? Absolutely all year round, so much to see and do there! To be more relaxed, you should n...
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The climate in the Ile-de-France region is of a temperate oceanic type. The region, particularly in the west, is expe...
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The exhibition The King's Animals, which is taking place at the Château de Versailles, aims to reveal the links that the Court had with animals. And many of them took advantage of the beautiful setting of one of the most impressive monuments in France. More than 300 works including paintings, sculptures, porcelain, tapestries and other naturalized animals. We learn that hunting animals, livestock, game, ceremonial or war horses and even ...
The Crazy Horse is back after an eighteen month closure. The famous cabaret is unveiling a brand new setting for the occasion, which pays tribute to its singular history and its collaborations with the greatest international artists such as César, David Lynch and Ellen Von Unwerth... From the reception hall to the theatre and the auditorium below, everything has been redesigned, with unusual elements, a more intimate layout, and more ...
A wildlife park dedicated to the emblematic species of South America, Parrot World offers an immersive experience in the heart of the natural spaces of the Amazon and Patagonia. It is there, only 30 minutes from Paris, that jaguars, parrots, giant otters, capybaras, coatis, red ibises and other guanacos live in spaces close to their natural habitat. On the occasion of the All Saints' Day holidays, the park is offering activities on the theme ...
Every year, on the evening of 31 October, Halloween is the opportunity to dress up, ring doorbells to stock up on treats and celebrate with family and friends. It is also at this time of year that the major amusement parks, museums, cultural and festive venues unveil a special programme to thrill young and old alike! This year again, several places in Ile-de-France are decked out in their finest decorations and invite the public to ...
