
"Roots" the path of the last painting
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Is "Roots" the path of the last painting worth booking?
"Roots" the path of the last painting is a 0.5-hour experience in Paris, France, from $12 per person. It scores 75 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 5/5 rating across 30 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 75 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (30)
- Duration
- 0.5 hours
- From
- $12 per person
This guided tour immerses you in the world of Vincent van Gogh, at the exact place where he painted Tree Roots. Explore the landscape that inspired this iconic artist as you discover the visible roots, a living hillside,
What you get
- A quiet place to pause, contemplate, and take in the spirit of the path
About this experience
This guided tour immerses you in the world of Vincent van Gogh, at the exact place where he painted Tree Roots. Explore the landscape that inspired this iconic artist as you discover the visible roots, a living hillside, and the quarry with its golden rocks. Rich in history and art, the path leads you to the wheatfield where Van Gogh found peace. Through 12 stages, an audioguide reveals inspiring images and texts, allowing you to see beyond the visible. Step into Van Gogh’s final painting and walk along the path of the artist’s last moments. Discover 12 stages with an audioguide for a fully immersive experience. A blend of art, history, spirituality, and nature for all enthusiasts. Contemplative stops are included and accessible to all.
What's included
Included
- A quiet place to pause, contemplate, and take in the spirit of the path
What you'll see and do
Auvers-sur-Oise
Travelers will discover the authentic site where Vincent van Gogh painted Tree Roots, his final painting. At this precise location, they will be guided through a visual and symbolic reading of the landscape, still marked by the visible roots and the golden rocks. The guide will help them connect the artwork with the actual place, through a sensitive and immersive approach. A contemplative stop is offered here before continuing toward the top of the path and the wheatfield. For the average time spent at this specific location — at the bottom of the path, where the visible roots are located — you can indicate: 30 minutes This allows time for quiet contemplation, visual interpretation, and discussion at the starting point of the experience
30 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Paris
This guided tour immerses you in the world of Vincent van Gogh, at the exact place where he painted Tree Roots. Explore the landscape that inspired this iconic artist as you discover the visible roots, a living hillside, and the quarry with its golden rocks. Rich in history and art, the path leads you to the wheatfield where Van Gogh found peace. Through 12 stages, an audioguide reveals inspiring images and texts, allowing you to see beyond the visible. Step into Van Gogh’s final painting and walk along the path of the artist’s last moments. Discover 12 stages with an audioguide for a fully immersive experience. A blend of art, history, spirituality, and nature for all enthusiasts. Contemplative stops are included and accessible to all.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
This guided tour immerses you in the world of Vincent van Gogh, at the exact place where he painted Tree Roots. Explore the landscape that inspired this iconic artist as you discover the visible roots, a living hillside, and the quarry with its golden rocks. Rich in history and art, the path leads you to the wheatfield where Van Gogh found peace. Through 12 stages, an audioguide reveals inspiring images and texts, allowing you to see beyond the visible. Step into Van Gogh’s final painting and walk along the path of the artist’s last moments. Discover 12 stages with an audioguide for a fully immersive experience. A blend of art, history, spirituality, and nature for all enthusiasts. Contemplative stops are included and accessible to all.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- ru, ko, ja, en, zh-CN, fr
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 10 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Racines De Van Gogh - Van Gogh Roots
Know before you go
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 30 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
4 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
4 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Traveler reviews
30 verified traveler reviews for "Roots" the path of the last painting. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Racines
Beautiful and poetic, with exceptionally friendly and helpful hosts.
via Tripadvisor
Superb course
An atypical visit that is really worth it! In the heart of nature, far from the classic museum routes, this experience is accompanied by a particularly touching and very well-constructed narrative, which takes us on a journey and gives a truly poetic and profound dimension to this simple path. We thus discover that it was the artist's last source of inspiration for his very last work. A great way to discover their world differently. I highly recommend this visit during your time in the city!
via Tripadvisor (translated)
A journey to know and appreciate Van Gogh's painting
A big thank you to all the volunteers for their courage and tenacity, without whom this site would never have existed. This journey allowed me to discover and love Van Gogh's painting. Thank you for continuing to make it known across the planet.
via Tripadvisor (translated)
A wonderful, touching, beautiful experience
C’est merveilleux… it is very touching and beautiful, this symbolic and real last path of Vincent Van Gogh. It gave me an understanding of his work and beyond which I did not have before and which I cherish. The Roots painting was likely his last painting, and you understand why when you are at the actual place of the roots. The audio tour is very good and the people of the volunteers organisation running the location are helpful, knowledgeable and very nice. The number of visitors allowed at the same time will always be limited to 10 at the most, in order to be able to really experience and feel the meaning of the place. Really lovely, and quite unique
via Tripadvisor
Enjoyable and informative visit
You can sort of see the roots from the street, but if you book a ticket Jean-François will tell you about the place with passion and you can walk up along the roots on the pathway Vincent used to wqlk to the fields. There are audio guides in many different languages and information panels and benches along the route so you can sit down and let it all sink in. I really enjoyed my visit
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 0.5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- 12+
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 11
- Verdict
- Strongly Recommended
Why this scores 75
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
"Roots" the path of the last painting: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Paris.
How much does "Roots" the path of the last painting cost?
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Prices start at $12 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Paris usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does "Roots" the path of the last painting take?
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Plan for about 0.5 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Paris is not rushed.
Is "Roots" the path of the last painting worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 75 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 30 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Paris, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule "Roots" the path of the last painting?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is "Roots" the path of the last painting suitable for kids and families?
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The operator sets a minimum age of 12. Older children generally do well here, and families should factor in the 0.5-hour running time when deciding.
How far in advance should I book "Roots" the path of the last painting?
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Around 11 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Paris can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Paris and add a light layer if any part of the 0.5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does "Roots" the path of the last painting start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Paris within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Paris?
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Paris rewards travelers who book ahead. The headline museums sell timed entry weeks out, the best food walks cap at eight people, and the Seine cruises that are worth doing are the ones that leave after sunset. Everything below is scored by the Outty Ranking so you can tell a genuine local favorite from a coach-tour filler in a single glance. On Outty we rank every Paris experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Louvre Museum Essential Guided Tour Semi Private 6 GUESTS MAX, Louvre Museum Premium Guided Tour 6 GUESTS MAX Entry Included, Paris City Center Free Walking Tour (Tip-Based). The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Paris?
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April to June and September to October, when queues thin out and terraces stay open late. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Paris?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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