France - Paris and Ile de France

Youth Orchestra • Sacred Choir • Band

• Destination for art and fun lovers alike
• Close to home
• Huge choice of venues

Paris is the perfect destination for any group type, whether choral or instrumental, sacred or secular. Just 4 hours from Calais, the city is easily accessible and has such a range of sightseeing possibilities that you will have difficulty trying to fit all your visits in! The classic sights, such as the Eiffel Tower, the Champs Elysées, the Arc de Triomphe and Notre Dame never lose their appeal, while the more modern ones, such as the Louvre’s glass pyramid and the Grande Arche at La Defense are well worth a visit.

Concerts

There are so many amazing concert venues in Paris, from the mighty Madeleine to the smaller, lesser known places of worship, and from the high profile bandstands in Paris’ popular parks and gardens to suburban schools. We also work with several old peoples’ homes in and around Paris, where a warm welcome is always guaranteed.

Choirs willing to perform at Mass have the opportunity to do so at Notre Dame while concerts can take place in the churches of St Hippolyte, St Roch and the Lutheran Church of St Marcel. Please bear in mind that some churches, including Notre Dame, make hire charges but we will inform you of these at an early stage.

Excursions

Eiffel Tower: perhaps Paris’ most famous landmark, giving spectacular views over the city.

Bateaux Parisiens: informative and enjoyable boat trips on the river Seine.

Le Louvre: see the Venus di Milo, Mona Lisa and countless other treasures.

Aquaboulevard: popular leisure pool.

Accommodation

Balladins Goussainville

Recently completely renovated to a very high standard, this hotel offers excellent facilities for groups and is a perfect base for day trips into central Paris and to the Disneyland Resort. Schools have the exclusive use of their own area for dining and evening activities and students can make use of the pool table and games room. All rooms have private bathrooms with 2-4 students per room.

Bois du Lys Youth Centre

The Bois du Lys, with its secluded setting in the edge of Fontainbleau forest, is a fine base to return to after a busy day’s sightseeing and performing in central Paris. Unwind by the outdoor pool or enjoy a game of tennis or football at the adjacent sports centre. Your friendly hosts will also be delighted to organise a disco or evening event for you should you wish.

Festival Ideas

High quality groups can take part in festivals in Epernay (end of June-end of August) and Troyes (July and August) during their tour to Paris.

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