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From Napoleonic heritage to an outdoor escape game and a hotel spa, Rueil-Malmaison has much more to offer than you’d expect just 15 minutes from Paris. Here’s what you really shouldn’t miss.
From 1799 to 1814, Malmaison was the private residence of Napoleon and Josephine—a place of work, receptions, and private life, far from the pomp of official palaces. Built in the 17th century and transformed by the architects Percier and Fontaine into a unique Consular-style building, the château is nowone of the best-preserved Napoleonic museums in France.
What strikes visitors most is the site’s authentic character: the gardens, the rare plant species acclimatized by Josephine, and the salons where French policy was decided. Josephine, in fact, died there in 1814, following her divorce. The château was purchased by the government in 1896 and opened to the public in 1905. A visit here speaks volumes about an era.
An outdoor escape game right in the heart of Rueil’s pedestrian zone, for 2 to 30 players ages 7 and up. The scenario: Thanos has captured four superheroes and is holding their powers captive in magical crystals—it’s up to you to free them within 60 minutes. Difficulty: 5/10, varied puzzles, adrenaline guaranteed.
What sets Monkey Qwest apart from other escape games is its leading position in the Hauts-de-Seine department, with a focus on sustainable development and educational value. Ideal for a birthday party, a school field trip, or just an afternoon that’s out of the ordinary.
Listed as a Historic Monument, the Church of Saint-Pierre Saint-Paul holds a rich history within its walls. Its cornerstone was laid in 1603 by Anthony I, King of Portugal in exile. Richelieu financed the façade, and Napoleon III donated the organ case crafted by Bacchio d’Agniolo. The choir houses Empress Josephine’s tomb, carved from Carrara marble by Cartellier, as well as the cenotaph of her daughter, Queen Hortense.
A short but packed visit—the kind of place you walk into thinking you’ll just take a quick look and end up leaving an hour later. The two dates engraved on the north porch alone sum up 250 years of construction.
A two-level black-light maze, a devastated galaxy backdrop, laser guns, and sensor vests—Stargames Laser is the perfect spot for an outing with friends, a birthday party, or a bachelor party.The futuristic atmosphere is really well done, and the scores displayed at the exit clearly reveal the overall winner.
The process is well-oiled: a briefing at the reception desk, gear up, then straight into the maze. You can play solo or in a team; the goal is simple—score as many points as possible—but the adrenaline rush is anything but simulated.
Hammam, sauna, jacuzzi, heated indoor pool, and a 2-hectare wooded park just 15 minutes from Paris. The Spa by Sothys, located at the Relais de la Malmaison, is clearly in a league of its own. Three signature 50-minute massages —Californian, Ayurvedic, or Singaporean with Kansu bowl foot massage—all available for one or two people.
This is the place to remember when you’re looking for a true escape rather than just a quick massage. The adjacent 9-hole golf course and the Terrasses du Relais make it easy to spend a full half-day here without ever leaving the grounds.
In the heart of a quiet alleyway in Rueil, Nathalie Leroy welcomes groups of up to four adults for weekly 2.5-hour pottery-throwing classes, from September through mid-July. Four pottery wheels, all materials provided (clay, tools, kiln), and the opportunity to progress at your own pace through kneading, throwing, and decorating.
The studio offers a truly cozy atmosphere—tea or coffee included—and enrollment is available throughout the year, subject to availability. Ideal for those who want to seriously learn pottery wheel techniques without committing to a long-term course right from the start.
