Les arcades, with their 19 arches, and the forest, with its ponds and wetlands, represent two very different sides of Buc: architectural history and landscape. They are joined by the parish tradition associated with Église Saint-Jean-Baptiste and Parc du Château du Haut Buc, with its architectural features and Les Elfes playground. For your travel plans, the main consideration is which of these highlights interests you.

Aqueduct, Arcades and Local History

The Aqueduc de Buc is part of the Domaine national du château de Versailles. Les arcades offer a different architectural perspective: they were built between 1684 and 1686. The visible section is 580 metres long, 21.5 metres high and comprises 19 arches. The construction period, dimensions and layout offer different ways to appreciate the architecture. These measurements refer specifically to the visible section.

According to tradition, Buc’s parish, associated with Église Saint-Jean-Baptiste, dates back to the beginning of the 13th century. The base of the bell tower may date from the same period. The present-day Château du Haut-Buc was built between 1864 and 1866. After first being acquired by the state and then by the municipality of Buc, the château was restored and opened to the public. The parish’s long history and a 19th-century château thus offer different historical points of reference.

A Community Focus

The Fête de la Fraternité offers a different focus from architectural history. It brings together remembrance, conviviality and the celebration of peace, and unites several generations. The 2026 edition was the third. The focus here is on remembering together and bringing different generations together.

Parc du Château du Haut Buc

Among the notable historical and architectural features of Parc du Château du Haut Buc are a sphinx column, basins, the Temple de l’amour and the château. The park can therefore be appreciated for more than just the château: the column, basins and temple each make their own contribution. The park also has a children’s playground called Les Elfes. Alongside its architectural features, there is a specifically named place for children to play.

Forest, Water and Wetlands

Buc’s public forest areas are part of the Forêt domaniale de Versailles. The forest is rich in ponds and wetlands, which support a diverse biological community. It is open to the public via a network of paths along waterways and ponds. Temporary forest management work may affect access conditions. So if you are planning to visit the forest, check in advance whether any work will affect access. Unlike the buildings, the focus here is on waterways, wetlands and biological diversity. You can therefore discover Buc through its architectural history or the forest landscape.

Discover more destinations: Flexanville, Chaufour-Lès-Bonnières, Saint-Cyr-Lʼécole, Le Vésinet, Bullion, Triel-Sur-Seine, Chatou, Le Chesnay.

For the regional travel overview: Yvelines.