Created in the Great Stables of the Palace of Versailles in 2003, the National Equestrian Academy is a major innovation in the field of live entertainment. This high-level higher education institution attaches huge importance to passing on its expertise through equestrian shows, guided and unaccompanied tours.
Equestrian Show Program of the National Equestrian Academy of Versailles
Show
La Voie de l’Écuyère
Choreographed by Bartabas and the equestrians of the Académie équestre de Versailles, La Voie de l'écuyère - Opus 2025 illustrates the spirit and sensibility of the school-company, which has been based in the Grande Écurie of the Palace of Versailles since 2003.
Based on the transmission of knowledge, the show sees the new class of equestrians evolve on new choreographies and revisit the emblematic tableaux of the Academy, such as the fencing on horseback, the ballet of sorayas with long reins, or the singing carousel.
The performance is followed by a free tour of the stables.
All ages from 5 years old.
Unheated carousel.
Every weekend, Saturday at 6pm and Sunday at 3pm. Exceptional performances on Wednesdays during the short school holidays, at 3pm.
Please note that on Wednesdays and Sundays from July 6 to August 3, the show will take place at 5pm instead of 3pm.
Duration : 1 hour followed by a free tour of the stables
Price : from 16 € to 35 €
Groups welcome
For groups of more than 20 people, guided tours with a tour guide on request.
Contact the Academy : Charlotte De Smet on 01 39 02 62 75
Exhibition
Guillaume Bresson
From 21 January to 25 May 2025, the Palace of Versailles is presenting an exhibition by the contemporary artist Guillaume Bresson, a leading light of French figurative painting.
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guided tours
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Show
The 2024-2025 musical season
The Palace of Versailles is hosting numerous operas, concerts, gala evenings and ballets in some of its exceptional spaces, including the Royal Opera and the Royal Chapel. Check out the programme for the 2024–2025 music season at Versailles.
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