Maison Jean Monnet
Former farm at Houjarray where Jean Monnet, father of the united Europe, lived, with an interactive exhibition and park; free admission.
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About the museum
The house is a former farm in the hamlet of Houjarray, in the commune of Bazoches-sur-Guyonne in the Yvelines. Jean Monnet, one of the architects of European construction, lived there from 1945 until his death in 1979 and made it his refuge, where he developed his vision of a Europe of peace and unity.
After 1945, Monnet and Robert Schuman proposed pooling coal and steel production, which led to the European Coal and Steel Community. In 1982 his widow handed the house over to the European Parliament, and it became a museum in 1987.
From 1990 to 2018, its management was entrusted by agreement to the Association Jean Monnet. Since 2018, the European Parliament has run it directly, through its Maison Jean Monnet Service.
The house preserves Jean Monnet's living environment: his books, his objects, artworks from his collection, the original of his medal and three portraits by Cyril de La Patellière. A permanent interactive exhibition presents his life and work, as well as the influence of the European institutions on everyday life. The park and the “jardin du citoyen européen” are accessible all year round.
Highlights
- Preserved living environment of Jean Monnet, with his books and objects
- Permanent interactive exhibition on the history of European construction
- The original of his medal and three portraits by Cyril de La Patellière
- Park and the “jardin du citoyen européen”
- Visit with a multimedia guide in French, English and German
- Free admission
Permanent exhibition
- Exposition permanente sur Jean Monnet – Interactive exhibition on the life of Jean Monnet and the history of European construction, within the preserved living environment of the house.
- Founded
- 1987
- Operated by
- Parlement européen
Admission & discounts
Admission is free.
| Groups (10+ people) | –Reservation compulsory from 10 people. |
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Free admission, as are guided tours, thematic lectures and creative workshops, by prior reservation.
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible: no information
- Elevator: no information
- Accessible restroom: no information
- Accessible parking
- Service dogs welcome
- Tactile models & exhibits: no information
- Sign language tours: no information
- Easy-to-read materials: no information
- Audio description: no information
Tablets are available for people with reduced mobility. Two disabled parking spaces must be reserved in advance. Inside the museum, only guide dogs and assistance dogs are admitted.
Kids & families
Great for kids & families
| Time needed | approx. 60 min |
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- Family tours & workshops
- Hands-on stations
The visit is presented as a moment of discovery for families or friends. School classes discover the history of European construction through interactive activities and can take creative workshops on European citizenship, the enlargement of the Union or climate change.
Getting there & parking
By public transit
Bois de Mareil / Bazoches Eglise · 1.5 km
No direct public transport from the nearby stations. Bus 5 from Saint-Quentin-en-Yvelines station to the “Bois de Mareil” or “Bazoches Eglise” stop (no service on Sundays), then about 1.5 km on foot.
By car
Parking available
Several car parks around the house, with a limited number of spaces; two disabled parking spaces to be reserved. Notice must be given in advance for a coach or more than 10 cars.
- Accessible parking
The nearest station, Villiers-Neauphle-Pontchartrain or Montfort-l'Amaury-Méré (line N from Paris-Montparnasse), is about 5.4 km away. By car from Paris (about 40 km): A13 then A12 towards Dreux, N12 to the Jouars-Pontchartrain exit, then follow the Maison Jean Monnet signs.
Get directionsAmenities & dining
- Café: not available
- Restaurant: not available
There is no restaurant or shop in Bazoches-sur-Guyonne, so bring a picnic. Picnic areas in the park. Food and drink are not permitted during the museum visit.
Events & venue rental
The museum hasn’t published any information on this.
Plan your visit
| Guided tours | yes |
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| Audio guide | yes (FR, EN, DE) |
| School programs | yes |
| Photography | Photography is allowed; any use or publication must be reported to the team to respect copyright and image rights. |
| Good to know | Free visits without reservation for individuals and for groups of fewer than 10 people. Booking is advised for a guided tour from 5 people and compulsory from 10 people, preferably two weeks in advance. The visit with a multimedia guide lasts 45 to 60 minutes. Guided tours in French, and in English, German, Spanish or Italian on request. On weekdays, 40 people maximum per group, up to 120 at weekends. |
