While it’s true that the days are getting shorter, the last months of the year have the advantage of offering us some wonderful moments to share with those we love. There’s Christmas, of course, and its charming markets, which we no longer need to introduce to you, but also the luminous routes. After taking you on a tour of Île-de-France’s largest illuminated walk, this time we’re taking you on a tour of… Europe’s largest! At least, that’s what the creators say, and they’re very proud of their new creations. This spectacular ride is nestled in one of France’s most beautiful estates: the Domaine d’Harcourt. Surrounded by an immense forest, you can admire nine paintings retracing the rich history of the estate. A sumptuous poetic stroll starting in December.
Europe’s largest light trail just 2 hours from Paris
From December 6, as night falls, the entire château and its gigantic grounds will sparkle with a thousand lights. For 1.2 km, your eyes will be dazzled by nine magical tableaux, poetically reinterpreting the thousand-year-old history of the Harcourt estate. Set in the park’s arboretum, one of the oldest in France, Arbora Lumina promises a fantastic, immersive stroll lasting almost 1 hour. Here, all your senses will be awakened: you’ll discover the château and its forest as never before, through a variety of sound and light effects. The seasons and ages will pass before your eyes like living paintings under a starry sky.
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It took the Canadian studio Moment Factory nearly 6 million euros from the Euro department and four years of work to imagine and develop this fabulous cultural activity. A major challenge, given the unique topography of the site, which is home to over 400 rare and protected species.
In any case, this new light trail promises memorable multisensory tableaux, combining technology with art. A superb activity, where you’re sure to experience some great emotions.
📍 Location: 13, rue du Château, 27800 Harcourt
📅 Date: from December 6
💶 Price: €16 per adult – €10 for children – free for under-6s