Villa Savoye An iconic work by Le Corbusier

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Villa Savoye, located in Poissy, is one of architect Le Corbusier's most iconic works, built between 1928 and 1931. A true manifesto of modern architecture, it illustrates the five points of new architecture: pilotis, roof terrace, open plan, free facade, and ribbon windows. Listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Villa Savoye embodies an innovative vision of living space, combining functionality, light, and harmony with its surroundings.

Where is Villa Savoye located?

Villa Savoye is located in Poissy, in the Yvelines department (78), in the Île-de-France region, about 30 kilometers west of Paris. The address of Villa Savoye is: 82 rue de Villiers, 78300 Poissy.

Visiting Villa Savoye

Villa Savoye is open

  • From May 2 to August 31: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Closed on Mondays
  • From September 1 to April 30: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Closed on Mondays
  • Please note: last entry 30 minutes before closing

Villa Savoye is closed on May 1, December 25, and January 1.

The individual admission fee is €9.

Admission is free:

  • every first Sunday of the month
  • and during the months of January, February, March, November, and December.

How do you get to Villa Savoye by public transport?

To get to Villa Savoye by public transport, you need to get off at Poissy Station. You can take:

  • RER Line A, get off at Poissy station, then take bus 6534 or 3 toward « La Coudraie » or "Orgeval maison blanche", stop « Villa Savoye ».
  • Transilien Line J, get off at Poissy station, then take bus 6534 or 3 toward « La Coudraie » or "Orgeval maison blanche", stop « Villa Savoye ».

What to visit around Villa Savoye?

Here are a few ideas for visits and places of interest around Villa Savoye in Poissy, easily accessible on foot, by bike, or within a few minutes by transport:

🏛️ In Poissy itself

  • Poissy historic town center has charming streets, shops, and cafés, perfect for a stroll.
  • Collegiate Church of Notre-Dame de Poissy: a major monument where Louis IX (Saint Louis) was baptized.
  • Toy Museum: an original museum tracing the history of toys from the 19th century to the present day.
  • Meissonier Park: a pleasant park on the banks of the Seine, ideal for relaxing.

🌿 Nature and walks

  • Banks of the Seine for walks or bike rides with beautiful viewpoints.
  • Saint-Germain-en-Laye Forest: a large national forest for hiking and nature walks.

🏰 Nearby (10–20 minutes)

  • Château de Saint-Germain-en-Laye : Museum of National Archaeology and a terrace offering a remarkable view of Paris.
  • Domaine national de Maisons-Laffitte: 17th-century château and large formal French garden.
  • Château de Médan (Zola): a literary site associated with Émile Zola.