This year European Heritage Days will be on September 19 & 20, 2021! All over Europe, people will be celebrating and commemorating their respective country’s heritage and Paris will be no different! Monuments and historical sights all over Paris will be open and free to the public to learn more about Paris and France’s heritage and history! Make sure to open our map on GoogleMaps to discover all the monuments and the special events and workshops they’ll be hosting!
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What is European Heritage Days?
European Heritage Days are one of the biggest events in September. It is a massive cultural event across Europe that aims to highlight the richness and cultural diversity of each European country. It also aims to generate appreciation for the history of the continent. Most of all it informs the public and political figures of the need to protect cultural heritage in the region.
This is why many of the historical, political and artistic institutions of Paris open their doors to the public in order for them to learn about the country’s politics, history, culture, and arts!
What to do on European Heritage Days?
You will have an array of options to choose from on the day! So to help you get a better understanding of the types of events that occur we have created a map. The map details some of the best events that will be held during European Heritage Days! It also comes with practical information like descriptions of the events and times. Click below to find out more!
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Many of these places get crowded quickly. So make sure to sign up if that option is available or go as early as you can to ensure you get in!