An article by Anaïs Debauge, added on 04 February 2026 2 min. reading
For Valentine's Day, opt for a day at ÉCOUENnorth of Val d'Oise, with a guided tour on love at National Renaissance Museum - Château d'Écouen and gourmet dinner at Restaurant Il Maestro.
The town of Écouen
Perched on the heights of the Val d'Oise, ÉCOUEN seduced with his Renaissance castle, its charming alleyways and its views of the plain of FranceBetween heritage and forest, experience a romantic getaway Outside of Paris for Valentine's Day. Only 25 minutes from Paris-Charles-de-Gaulle airportÉcouen promises you an unforgettable moment for two!
An original outing for Valentine's Day
On February 14, National Renaissance Museum, located in the castle, offers the tour " Museum lovers"She will explain how love was celebrated during the Renaissance: arranged marriages, secret passions... You will delve into love stories inspired by ancient literature and period novels.
ℹ️ Couples will leave with a gift.
Practical information
- Dates and times: Saturday, February 14, 2026 at 16:00 PM
- Address: Castle Alley, 95440 Ecouen
- Price: €5 in addition to the entrance fee.
- Booking: +01 34 38 38 52
A gourmet interlude at the Il Maestro restaurant
After this journey through the history of love, we recommend ending the day with a delicious meal. Just a few minutes from the castle, the bistronomic restaurant Il Maestro welcomes you for a special Valentine's Day evening with the following menu: a glass of champagne*, scallop tartare ou homemade foie gras, salmon steak ou beef fillet Rossini and for dessert, a gourmet chocolate creation.
*Alcohol abuse is dangerous for your health, consume in moderation.
The full menu for February 14th:
© Il Maestro Écouen
Practical information
- Dates and times: Saturday, February 14, 2026 – Dinner
- Address: 22 rue Paul Lorillon, 95440 Ecouen
- Price: 100 € per person
- Booking : 01 34 19 60 86
