Succumb to the charm of

CHRISTMAS MAGIC

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The Commanderie d’Arville is transformed into a magical place during the Christmas vacations!

The Commanderie d’Arville
opens its doors to you
from December 20, 2025 to January 4, 2026

The decorations, boutique and entertainment immerse us in the spirit of the festive season.

The Arville Commandery

Founded in the 12th century by the Order of the Temple, the Arville commandery remains one of the best-preserved commanderies in France, thanks to the scale of its buildings.

The Commanderie d’Arville lights up for the Christmas holidays!

The site’s doors are opening once again for the festive season: sparkling decorations, a specially designed shop, and a variety of entertainment will immerse the Templar commandery in a magical atmosphere.

New this year: discover the brand new illuminations installed in the tithe barn—a wonderful opportunity to experience the magic of the holiday season with your family.

Don’t miss this visit to fully enjoy the magic of Christmas in Arville!

The animations

As every year, a rich and friendly program of events awaits you:

  • two family workshops,
  • torchlight tours,
  • guided tours,
  • and the investigation game “The Secret of the Commandery.”

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