Conflans

Today we will show you a little glimpse of the beautiful town of Conflans. Just a 15 min train ride from Pontoise (train for St Lazare Gare) it is situated on the Seine river and has a lovely old town, parks, historic monuments and views over the Val d'Oise.

In Conflans you can discover some small restaurants, see the latest movie in the town cinema or just enjoy a walk along the river.

Pontoise - Le Musee Tavet Delacourt

This museum is housed in a lovely building from the 15th century that comes with a small garden with contemporary art displays. As all museums in Pontoise it has rather limited opening hours so find out in advance in order to avoid disappointment.

Pontoise - The site of the former castle

A climb up the hill to the site of the former castle will certainly be rewarded. Although the castle has been demolished quite a while back, there are a few attractions up here that make the hike worthwhile.

For all those into the arts, the charming Musée Pissaro opens its doors in the afternoons; from the surrounding park you get excellent views of the Oise valley and the town of Pontoise and the garden of the five senses is the ideal place for a little break from sightseeing.

The Historic Centre of Pontoise

There is a lot of history in Pontoise but even if you do not care too much about museums and the olden days, a walk through its lovely streets is definitely worthwhile.

The small houses and alleys make for the setting of a nice walk and there are some cute shops, brasseries and restaurants to be discovered.

Pontoise - La cathédrale Saint-Maclou

The beautiful cathedral dominates Pontoise from wherever you look at the town. It contains parts that date as far back as the 12^th century and boasts amazing stained glass windows as well as many other treasures.

Pontoise - The River Oise

The town of Pontoise is situated on the shores of the river Oise just a short distance from its estuary with the Seine River by the town of Conflans.
From its source in Belgium the Oise passes through beautiful landscapes with small towns and even a few castles. In the Val d’Oise it is mainly a source of recreation, you can take the bike along the River for example and enjoy a day outdoor.

This week: A tour through Pontoise

After one week of Paris we are returning to Pontoise this week to tell you a bit more of this charming little town. So keep checking our blog for new entries and do not forget to have a look at: www.pontoise-hotel.com!

Seven Sights in Paris - Montmatre

What can we say, it is simply a must. But do not just go up to Sacré Coeur right away. Make your way up the hill and discover the little streets that make you think you walk through a village, the small museums and shops along the way.

The church and the amazing view of the city are of course the cherry on top if you do not mind that hundreds of others are enjoying the same cherry.

Seven Sights in Paris - Chateau de Versailles

Getting there and back can take a little while and there is so much to discover in the Chateau de Versailles that you should definitely plan a whole day. The tour through the beautiful rooms that have seen so much history (see Marie Antoinette’s bedroom and prepare to be dazzled in the Hall of Mirrors) are worth the wait at the entrance.

The famous park that surrounds the castle seems endless and you can easily spent half a day exploring the vast garden and the many smaller buildings that are hidden here and there.

Plan for some time to take a walk through the town of Versailles or enjoy a nice dinner in one of the many restaurants.

How to get there from Pontoise: take the train from Pontoise to Gare St Lazare and then the train to Versailles Rive Droit.

Seven Sights in Paris - The Louvre

Back to the mainstream sights: the Louvre. Its location in the heart of the city makes it almost impossible to miss this grand museum. Of course our first association is the Mona Lisa but there is a great variety of amazing things to be discovered in the many Galleries. On certain days the entry is free so check in advance. In any case, it is advisable to buy tickets in advance to avoid queues and bring some time to appreciate the museum.


Those who prefer the “outdoors” can admire the building from the outside while taking a stroll through the Jardin des Tuileries or along the Seine.

How to get there from Pontoise: take the train from Pontoise to Gare St Lazare, metro 12 to Concorde.