#JEP2025 : Machine de Marly - Parcours de l'eau
Cultural
This 42st edition will be an opportunity to visit some of Versailles Grand Parc' heritage sites, many of which will be exceptionally open for the occasion.
The history of the Marly machine, an ancient device built in 1681 to pump water from the Seine to the Château Palace of Versailles, a real technological jewel in its day.
Free access to an educational exhibition in the annex to the Pavillon Charles X. Guided tour of the educational areas and the pumping site, which is still in use.
General information

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Openings
Saturday 20 September 2025 between 9.30 am and 5.30 pm.
Saturday 20 September from 9.30am to 5.30pm (Exhibition)
Guided tour at 9.45am and 11am, duration 1 hour.
Fares
Free access.