Les Mureaux Things to Do

Just 20 kilometers (12 miles) from Paris, Saint-Germain-en-Laye is a splendid escape for a sunny afternoon. The Chateaus and its gardens are a reminder of the magnificent times under King Francois I. The castle is now home to t... more

The collection and exhibits of the Musée Fournaise are devoted to the history of impressionism, as befits its location on the Île des Impressionnistes. It is housed on the upper level of the Maison Fournaise, originally a 19th-... more

Between 1928 and 1931, Le Corbusier built this stunning villa for the businessman Pierre Savoye just outside of Paris. Considered a masterpiece of the twentieth Century, the white walls and stark lines of the building combine t... more

This castle is one of the best examples of French Baroque architecture, and the most well-preserved building designed by famed architect of the 17th Century, François Mansart. The interiors reflect the elegant symmetry that was... more

This church was constructed during the 12th Century, with a Renaissance porche added to the northern face. It is now classified as a Historic Monument of France. Guided tours are available upon appointment with the Maison du To... more

The ÃŽle des Impressionnistes of Chatou gives visitors an enjoyable experience of art history that evokes the spirit of the impressionist movement simply by its physical characteristics; Monet, Manet, and Pissaro were among thos... more

This Château, originally built by an Italian banker in 1635, had fallen into disrepair when its transformation began in the 1980s. The Conseil Général du Val d'Oise bought the property in 1987, and entirely restored it for the... more

The Musée Maurice Denis, in the former house of artist Maurice Denis provides an excellent collection of Symbolist and Nabi pieces from around France. The building itself is listed as a historical monument and creates the perfe... more

The Museum of National Archaeology, located in the suburb Saint-Germain-en-Laye, is the only museum dedicated to a region's archaeological history. The collection includes pieces from the Paleolithic era in France (10,000 years... more

Located just outside of Paris, this former Imperial palace was bought by Joséphine in 1799 and was used as a seat of the government as well as a retreat. Its elegant apartments and extensive grounds are open for tour at the gen... more