The great outdoors Department

Your stay during the Olympic Games

Stay in Saint-Quentin, land of the 2024 Olympic Games

At the gateway to Paris and just a stone's throw from the Château de Versailles, Saint-Quentin-en-Yvelines has no shortage of resources to ensure you have an excellent stay for the 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games! Discover without further delay the architectural delights as well as the leisure and sports facilities that make up its charm.

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Aux sources des Grandes Eaux de Versailles

A royal weekend at Versailles for the 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games

Make the most of your stopover in Versailles during the 2024 Olympic Games to uncover all its secrets, discover and enjoy sporting activities of today and yesteryear, and soak up the heady, refined atmosphere that will transport you to another century.

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Cyclisme sur piste au Vélodrome de Saint-Quentin

Experience the 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games for free in the Yvelines

From 26 July to 8 September 2024, France and the Yvelines will be hosting the Olympic and Paralympic Summer Games! It's possible to enjoy the magic and excitement of competitions without breaking the bank! Here's a selection of ideas for experiencing the Olympic Games 2024 in the Yvelines, free of charge and without a ticket!

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What to do in Yvelines ?

10 charming Yvelines villages

Too little is known about the Yvelines’ countryside and nature. A rural area on the outskirts of Paris where it's great to stroll through the fields and meet local producers on their farms to enjoy healthy, seasonal produce. This enchanting countryside also boasts an abundance of charming villages! From artists' villages to some of the most beautiful villages in France, here's a selection of must-see destinations, from flower-filled villages to cobbled ones!

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Gift ideas made in Yvelines!

Explore our carefully chosen selection of gifts imbued with the unique spirit and charm of the Yvelines. From local crafts to gourmet delights, discover gift ideas that celebrate the authenticity and diversity of our beautiful region. Make your festive season a warm, local celebration with gifts that tell the story of the Yvelines.

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Base de loisirs de Verneuil

Where to swim and sunbathe in the Yvelines?

Aside from indoor pools, here are the best places to cool off and sunbathe in Yvelines all summer long! Sand, waves, beach towels, diving boards… Discover the must-see summer spots!

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Véloroutes, greenways and cycle paths in the Yvelines

Would you like to take to the roads of the Yvelines by bike, on foot, in a wheelchair, on a handbike or on horseback to discover its varied landscapes? Whatever your age, with family or friends, cycle routes and greenways are an excellent way to discover nature in an ecological and sustainable way.

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Our Yvelines Lands

  • Discover our 4 Yvelines Lands

    Land of tourist hotspots and hidden corners, historic sites and trendy places, ancient cities and new towns, bucolic countryside and urban landscapes…. In their own way, the Yvelines form a "little France", made up of 4 very distinct areas: Rambouillet the Real Thing, marked by authenticity and harmony; Versailles, the Sun of Yvelines, a showcase for the French art de vivre; The Seine runs through it, a land of leisure but also of innovation and inspiration for artists; and Green Chevreuse, a 'green' ecosystem in the heart of the valley.

  • The Seine runs through it

    The Seine is inextricably linked with Yvelines. What's more, the Seine is the artery of the département, with loops winding around its northern reaches. Discover the vantage points favoured by the Impressionist painters and indulge in a range of sporting activities on or along the river.

    The Seine runs through it
  • Versailles, the Sun of Yvelines

    As the cradle of classical art, whether in architecture or landscaping, and above all as a symbol of royal absolutism, the Versailles region has some gems not to be missed!

    Versailles, the sun of Yvelines
  • Green Chevreuse

    The Chevreuse Valley, on the outskirts of Paris, could be called the "green lung of the Ile-de-France", as the Yvelines is known! Nature, culture and gastronomy… this region knows how to combine atmospheres to perfection.

    Green Chevreuse
  • Rambouillet, the Real Thing

    A dynamic region with enchanting landscapes, Rambouillet and the surrounding area live to the rhythm of a balanced ecosystem. Wild flora and fauna in the heart of a 30,000-hectare forest, new ecological buildings and buildings from days gone by… everything comes together here to cultivate a quality of life marked by authenticity and harmony.

    Rambouillet, the real thing

Pass Destination

If you haven’t heard of it yet, you’re going to love it! An essential companion for your leisure outings at low prices, the Destination Yvelines – Hauts-de-Seine Pass offers a minimum 15% discount at over 90 of the biggest tourist sites west of Paris!

Castles, educational farms, zoos, tree walks… Here are some ideas for outings in the fresh air, so you can learn while having fun!

Découvrez le Jardin Yili, un véritable havre de paix inspiré des traditions chinoises 🌸

📍 Saint-Rémy l'Honoré
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✨ Moment magique au Hameau de la Reine...

Sous les derniers rayons du soleil, les jardins s'illuminent d'une lueur dorée, offrant un spectacle époustouflant. 

📍 Le Petit Trianon, Versailles 
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Découvrez la magie de la Forêt de Behoust et de l'Étang de la Pimadière, un coin de paradis caché dans les Yvelines 🌲

📍Forêt de Behoust, Etang de la Pimadière
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Que vous soyez amateur de randonnée ou passionné de biodiversité, laissez-vous enchanter par la beauté de cet écrin de nature 🦋🌳

📍 Réserve naturelle régionale des Etangs de Bonnelles
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Lorsque le soleil se couche sur Chambourcy, la nature se pare de ses plus belles couleurs 🌅✨

📍Chambourcy
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