Guinguettes in the Parc Caillebotte
In summer the Parc Caillebotte becomes a festive space with afternoon dances and music, evoking the riverside guinguettes painted by the impressionists.
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💡 Tips
- The park of the Propriété Caillebotte is free to enter, though the house itself requires a ticket. Visit the park early to avoid crowds.
- Rent a canoe or rowboat on the Yerres river in summer to experience the landscapes that inspired Impressionist painters.
- Parking near the town center can be tricky; use the parking lots near the train station or the Caillebotte estate.
- Take a stroll or bike ride along the 'Liaison Verte', a dedicated path following the banks of the river Yerres.
🍽 Food
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Macarons and Pastries
Find a traditional patisserie on the Rue Charles de Gaulle for fresh morning pastries.
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Brie cheese
Buy regional Brie de Melun from the local cheese shop in the town center.
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Riverside dining
Enjoy a relaxed meal at a brasserie near the Caillebotte park with views of the greenery.
🛍 Shopping · 🧘 Quiet spots
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Marché de Yerres
The local market is held twice a week in the center; great for fresh produce and regional delicacies.
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Artisan boutiques
Explore the small independent shops along the main streets for unique gifts.
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Parc de la Propriété Caillebotte
Wander through the beautifully manicured gardens, which include an English park.
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Île Panchout
A peaceful island nature reserve first-rate for a quiet walk away from the city noise.
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Yerres is an elegant suburban city located in the Essonne department, about 20 kilometers southeast of Paris. It gained worldwide recognition as the longtime home of the Impressionist painter Gustave Caillebotte. Between 1860 and 1879, Caillebotte used the family estate and the surrounding river landscapes as subjects for more than 80 of his paintings. Today, the Caillebotte Property is a major cultural destination, featuring a neoclassical villa and a vast English-style park. Historically, Yerres developed around its 12th-century Benedictine abbey, which remained active until the French Revolution. The city's geography is characterized by its location along the winding Yerres River and its proximity to the vast Sénart Forest, providing a significant amount of recreational space. Unlike many other suburbs, Yerres has strictly managed its urban growth to preserve its historical character and natural environment. It remains a high-end residential area, well-connected to Paris via the RER D rail line, offering a blend of artistic heritage and modern suburban living.
- Location: Île-de-France, France
- Top sights: Yerres Abbey · Saint-Honest Church · Park of the Two Rivers
- Nearby: Boissy-Saint-Léger (4 km)
- Population: ~29.338
Best time to visit & climate
The most pleasant time to visit is Jun–Aug.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avg °C | 3 | 4 | 7 | 11 | 14 | 18 | 20 | 19 | 16 | 12 | 7 | 4 |
| Rain mm | 53 | 48 | 52 | 41 | 65 | 60 | 55 | 57 | 42 | 59 | 60 | 66 |
Geography
Facts
- Year the Abbey of Notre-Dame was founded: 1132.
- Size of the Caillebotte Estate park: 11 hectares.
- Highest elevation point: 116 meters above sea level.
- Distance to Paris by RER D: approximately 25 minutes.
- Percentage of the city covered by greenery: over 30%.
- Number of inhabitants: 29,338.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Gustave Caillebotte and what is his link to Yerres?
Caillebotte was a famous Impressionist painter who lived in Yerres and painted many of his works in the magnificent park of his family estate.
Can you visit the Caillebotte Estate?
Yes, the house and its 11-hectare park are open to the public and frequently host art exhibitions.
What activities are possible on the Yerres river?
You can rent rowboats or canoes to explore the river, just as Caillebotte depicted in his famous paintings.
Are there any architectural curiosities in the park?
The park contains several 'fabriques' (follies), such as a Swiss dairy and a chapel, typical of 19th-century garden design.
How do I get from Paris to Yerres?
By RER D, the journey from Gare de Lyon station to Yerres station takes approximately 25 minutes.
Yerres: where is it located?
Yerres is located in Île-de-France, France.
Yerres: what is there to see?
Highlights include Yerres Abbey, Saint-Honest Church, Park of the Two Rivers.
Yerres: when is the best time to visit?
The most pleasant time to visit is Jun, Aug.
Yerres: why is it worth visiting?
Yerres is an elegant suburban city located in the Essonne department, about 20 kilometers southeast of Paris.
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