Tourguéniev stayed in this cottage, known as ‘’The Dacha‘’, every year from 1875 until his death in 1883. Discover a place steeped in history, faithful to the spirit of its time, and unique collections that retrace his life between Russia, Europe and France, his commitments, his literary friendships, and his intimate working and creative spaces.
A moving and unique place to visit, in the peace and quiet of a tree-lined garden, for lovers of literature, history and unexpected cultural encounters.
Guided tours: organised throughout the year. Further information and booking by clicking on this link.
Opening times
- From 29 March to 31 October 2025:
On the 1st and 3rd Saturdays from 2pm to 6pm
Access
- Access via the Forest car park
28 rue de la Croix aux Vents
78380 Bougival
- Take the dirt path in the Parc de la Jonchère, between the car park and the Datcha.
- Please note: the dirt path is not very practicable in wet weather.
- Wheelchair access difficult in muddy conditions; possible with assistance when the path is dry.
- Access via rue Yvan Tourgueneff is currently closed.
- By car: Go around the Bougival church and turn left onto the rue de la Croix-aux-vents, until you reach the forest car park. Then walk 350 m along the forest path, until you reach the Datcha.
- By public transport:
Pedestrians from Paris:
- RER A (dir. Saint-Germain-en-Laye), get off at "Chatou-Croissy" station, exit the station
Take Bus D (dir. Gare de Bougival or Centre Commercial Parly 2), get off at "Bougival - La Poste" stop.
Walk past the church and take Rue de la Croix aux Vents, until the Croix aux Vents car park (500m uphill).
Take the forest path at the end of the car park, until you reach the Datcha (350m - dirt track not very practicable in wet weather).
- Transilien L from Gare Saint Lazare (dir. Saint-Nom-La-Bretèche), get off at Bougival station.
Take Bus D behind the car park at the back of the station (dir. "Gare de Chatou-Croissy"), get off at "Bougival - La Poste" stop.
Walk past the church and take Rue de la Croix aux Vents, until the Croix aux Vents car park (500m uphill).
Take the forest path at the end of the car park, until you reach the Datcha (350m - dirt track not very practicable in wet weather).
Further information
Tickets may be exchanged or refunded up to 7 calendar days before the date booked. After this date, no exchange or refund will be considered.
