Chateau guide - activities

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The Museum of National Archaeology - Château de Saint-Germain-en-Laye

The Château de Saint-Germain-en-Laye, high up in the Yvelines, was one of the royal residences of François I. Today, it houses the national archaeology museum. Today, it houses the Musée d'Archéologie Nationale, with over 29,000 objects on display!
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The Château d'Auvers-sur-Oise, the Impressionist treasure and its program

Discover the Château d'Auvers-sur-Oise and its sublime English gardens. Throughout the year, exhibitions and events focusing on Impressionism await you.
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The Château de la Reine Blanche, a curiosity to be discovered free of charge this summer in the 13th arrondissement - photos

A castle in the heart of Paris? In the capital's 13th arrondissement, hidden from view, a royal manor house has been in hiding since the end of the 13th century. And you can discover it for free with guided tours this summer!
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The Château de Monte-Cristo, Alexandre Dumas' hidden and unusual home

Discover the Château de Monte-Cristo, the residence imagined by the writer Alexandre Dumas. Set in an English garden in the heart of the Yvelines, on the Saint-Germain-en-Laye side, you'll find an exuberantly styled 19th-century château and its small Château d'If. We take you on a tour of this hidden heritage, listed as a historic monument.
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Château de Compiègne: a Royal and Imperial heritage within easy reach

The Château de Compiègne, built on the initiative of Louis XV and Louis XVI, then refurbished under Napoleon I and Napoleon III, is a living page in French history. Located in the town of Compiègne, 80 kilometers from Paris, this architectural gem is one of France's most important royal and imperial residences, alongside Versailles and Fontainebleau.
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Château de Pierrefonds, the medieval castle reinvented under Napoleon III

In the heart of the Oise region, the Château de Pierrefonds, 80 km from Paris, stands like an open history book on the pages of the Middle Ages, rewritten by the imagination of Eugène Viollet-le-Duc under Napoleon III. This monument, a blend of medieval past and architectural fantasy, offers an immersive experience through its majestic halls, impressive towers and mysterious crypts. We take you on a journey of discovery...
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Château de Méridon in the Vallée de Chevreuse: a new showcase for gastronomic events

Château de Méridon, the jewel in the crown of the Vallée de Chevreuse in the Yvelines, is reinventing itself. After major renovation work, a new direction focused on experiences awaits us. So, in addition to weddings and other private events, the Château is launching star-studded dinners and brunches for you to discover.
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The Château and estate of Courances and its superb gardens

The Domaine et Château de Courances, located in the Gâtinais region of Essonne (91), is a wonderful place to discover. Classified as a Historic Monument and Remarkable Garden, this site welcomes you every weekend and public holiday from April to early November. We take you on a tour of this verdant haven of peace.
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The Perfumer's Garden, the garden of the Château de Versailles and the House of Francis Kurkdjian

The park at Versailles is home to a little-known garden: "Le Jardin du Parfumeur". Under the patronage of Francis Kurkdjian, the plot envelops the Trianon estate in an elegant floral fragrance.
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The Château de Villandry and its extraordinary gardens

In the category of extraordinary gardens in France, we cannot fail to mention the Gardens of the Château de Villandry. This domain, located 2 hours by train and 2h30 by car from Paris, is a must-see for those who love great heritage and sublime gardens.
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The Château de Cheverny, its treasures and its 6 gardens to discover

The Château de Cheverny, classified as a historical monument and located 2 hours from Paris, reveals superb gardens and animations. With its domain of nearly 100 hectares, Cheverny is an ideal breath of fresh air for weekends and holidays: you will discover the famous castle of Tintin, but also very beautiful thematic gardens, a large park with trees and beautiful furnished rooms.
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Château de Chantilly, visit the château, museums and park

The Château de Chantilly, a jewel of French heritage, encompasses not only a magnificent château, but also a huge park, the Musée Condé and the Grandes Ecuries, where you'll also find the Musée du Cheval.