Auvers-sur-Oise at a glance
Auvers-sur-Oise is a village in the Val-d'Oise on the banks of the Oise, a short train ride from Paris-Nord. Most visitors come for Van Gogh, but the village has more: a château with gardens, Dr. Gachet's house, Daubigny's studio and a small absinthe museum.
The sites are spread across the village. Plan a full day if you want to see several, and check opening days: many places close on Monday or Tuesday, and some only open in the warmer months. The pages on Van Gogh in Auvers and getting to the Val-d'Oise go with this one.
What to see in Auvers-sur-Oise
Full prices and 2026 season hours, as published by each site.
| Site | Address | Open | Full price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Château d'Auvers (exhibition) | – | Tuesday to Sunday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. | €12 |
| Château grounds | – | Tuesday to Sunday, 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. from April to October | Free |
| Dr. Gachet's house | 78 rue Gachet | Wednesday to Sunday, 10:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. | €5 |
| Daubigny's house and studio | 61 rue Daubigny | Weekends, 4 April to 1 November 2026 | €7 |
| Absinthe museum | 44 rue Alphonse Callé | 3 March to 22 November 2026 | €6 |
| Van Gogh's room (Auberge Ravoux) | Place de la Mairie | Wednesday to Sunday, 4 March to 22 November 2026 | €10 |
Details for each site follow below. For the inn room, the grave and the church, see the page on Van Gogh in Auvers-sur-Oise.
Our picks: Auvers-sur-Oise
A half day by bus, a walk with an actor and a walk among the tree roots.
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Walk through Van Gogh's last days with an actor
A guided walk in Auvers led by a professional actor.
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Half-day bus trip to Auvers-sur-Oise
Bus from Paris and a self-guided visit with stops at the town hall, the Auberge Ravoux, the church and Van Gogh's grave, plus about three hours of free time. Lunch is extra.
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Walk among the tree roots and wheat fields of Auvers
Entry and a guided walk with eight stops between tree roots and wheat fields.
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Château d'Auvers: the 2026 exhibition
Until 3 January 2027 the château shows "Van Gogh influenceur, héritages en mouvement", open since 18 April 2026. The curator is Wouter van der Veen. It brings together original works by other artists, prints, archive material and contemporary pieces. It includes no original works by Van Gogh, which is worth knowing before you come.
A free historical exhibition, "Château d'Auvers, mémoires d'un domaine vivant", runs in the south Orangerie, open Tuesday to Sunday and on public holidays from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The shop is open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. The grounds are free to enter, from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. from April to October and from 9 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. from November to March.
2026 prices: €12 full price, €11 for visitors over 65, €7 for ages 8 to 17, students under 26, job seekers and teachers with proof. Free under 8. Book a time slot online: only a booked slot guarantees entry. Tickets are also sold on site.
Dr. Gachet's house
At 78 rue Gachet, the home of the doctor who befriended painters.
Hours and prices
The house is open Wednesday to Sunday from 10:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m., last entry at 6 p.m. Full price is €5, €4.50 for visitors over 65, €3 for ages 8 to 18, students under 26, job seekers and teachers. Free under 8. An audio guide is included with a self-guided visit. Outside the main season, check the opening dates before you travel.
Exhibitions and tickets
"L'art de la gravure, chez le docteur Gachet" runs from 8 August to 1 November 2026. Online tickets are for a set time slot and cannot be exchanged or refunded. If no slot shows online, none is available at the door either. Groups of more than 17 are split.
Practical access
The house has no car park and no disabled parking space. The château car park is about 700 m away. There are stairs in the house and garden, and no lift.
Daubigny's studio and the Absinthe museum
Two shorter visits that fit into the same day.
Daubigny's house and studio
Open from 4 April to 1 November 2026, to individual visitors on Saturday and Sunday from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. and from 2 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. On weekdays only groups with a booking are admitted. Arrive before 12:30 p.m. in the morning to be safe. Full price is €7, reduced €5, free for children under 12 with their family. The garden is included. The Daubigny museum is a separate site with its own prices.
Absinthe museum
The 2026 season runs from 3 March to 22 November. It is open Wednesday to Friday from 1:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., and on Saturday, Sunday and public holidays from 11:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. From April to September closing is pushed back to 9 p.m. Last entry is 30 minutes before. Entry is €6, €5 for locals, ages 13 to 17, students and job seekers, free up to and including age 12. A tasting is €7, museum plus tasting €12. The bar and garden can be used without visiting the museum.
Getting to Auvers-sur-Oise from Paris
By train, take line H from Paris-Nord to Valmondois. The alternative is line J or RER C to Pontoise, then line H. The local tourist office also mentions a seasonal direct service on weekends and public holidays from April to October. Check the current timetable before you go. Connection times vary, so do not count on a fixed time.
By car, take the A15 and then the A115 and leave at Méry-sur-Oise Centre. For other options, see the page on getting to the Val-d'Oise.
If you want to sleep in or near the village, the page on where to stay in the Val-d'Oise lists the addresses found around Auvers.
The Pass des 5 lieux
A yearly pass that covers several sites in the department.
The Pass des 5 lieux covers the archaeological museum, the tool museum, Château d'Auvers, Dr. Gachet's house and Maubuisson Abbey. Royaumont, the Auberge Ravoux and Écouen are not part of it. For visitors who do not live in the Val-d'Oise, the yearly pass costs €30 solo, €45 for two and €68 for a family (up to two adults and four children aged 8 to 18), at the October 2026 rates. The holder must be present when it is used as a duo or family pass. It only pays off if you plan several of these visits within the year.
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Auvers-sur-Oise: frequently asked questions
How long do you need in Auvers-sur-Oise?
Allow a full day if you want to see several sites. Half a day is enough for the château and Dr. Gachet's house, or for Van Gogh's room and the grave. Check opening days, because many sites close on Monday or Tuesday.
Can you see Van Gogh paintings at Château d'Auvers?
No. The exhibition "Van Gogh influenceur, héritages en mouvement" (18 April 2026 to 3 January 2027) includes no original works by Van Gogh. It shows works by other artists, prints, archives and contemporary pieces.
Do you need to book at Château d'Auvers?
Booking online is strongly advised, since only a booked slot guarantees entry. Tickets are also sold on site. Cultural events can only be booked online.
How do you get to Auvers-sur-Oise by train from Paris?
Take line H from Paris-Nord to Valmondois, or line J or RER C to Pontoise and then line H. Check the timetable for your day before you leave, as works or service changes can alter the trip.
Is there parking in Auvers-sur-Oise?
The château car park is about 700 m from Dr. Gachet's house, which has no car park of its own. By road, leave the A15 and then the A115 at Méry-sur-Oise Centre.