Jouy-en-Josas, a large “village” in the heart of the Bièvre region

With a population of 8,300, Jouy-en-Josas has managed to preserve its “village” identity, enhancing the quality of daily life for its residents, the Jovaciens, while at the same time integrating numerous training and research centres (HEC Paris campus, INRA research centre, Thalès campus, etc.).

Jouy-en-Josas culture

But Jouy-en-Josas is also world-famous for its manufacture of “Toile de Jouy” fabrics, illustrated today by its museum. Founded in 1977 at the Château de Montebello in Metz, the Musée de la Toile de Jouy has been housed at the Château de l’Églantine since 1991, the Musée de la Toile de Jouy pays tribute to Oberkampf, one of the greatest entrepreneurs of his time, and commemorates his remarkable industrial adventure. A visit to the permanent collections invites you to discover the history of the Oberkampf factory, printing techniques and the many uses of Toile de Jouy, notably in costume and furnishings from the 18th to the 21st century.

You will also be charmed by the Maison Léon Blum, a 17th-century farmhouse in Clos des Metz, where the leader of the Front Populaire spent the last years of his life with his wife (known as Janot), from his return from deportation to Buchenwald until his death on 30 March 1950, at the age of 78.

Finally, combine gaming and culture by downloading Paris region adventures, a mobile application dedicated to discovering 35 must-see tourist destinations in the Paris region. Since the end of July 2021, a trail has been available in Jouy-en-Josas. You’ll start at the church and make your way to the Villa de l’enclos des Metz, passing by the Bièvre, the Domaine du Montcel, the Maison Léon Blum and many other places… 7 characters will guide your children along the way to help them discover the town’s secret history.

Nature in Jouy-en-Josas

But Jouy-en-Josas also stands out for its penchant for nature, notably with its Viltain educational farm and its local market and gourmet boutique.

Set in a valley, the Côtes de Montbron departmental park, classified as a Sensitive Natural Area, will also fascinate you with its ecological wealth and natural environments. Here’s an overview:

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Last but not least, a green, country-style itinerary called “the beaver trail” is also available, as far as the Musée de la Toile de Jouy, following the Bièvre River as it winds its way through hills, slopes and wooded plateaus. And to make the most of this family outing, take the children’s quiz to help them discover the trail in a fun way.

Jouy-en-Josas is one of the 11 communes that form the Haute Vallée de la Bièvre.