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Champs-sur-Marne Château and Gardens
Visit an 18th-century château that housed French royalty and famous writers
Highlights
- Take a self-guided tour of the castle and learn more by using tablets placed throughout the house Roam the English-style gardens, spanning an impressive 85 hectares and leading to the river Marne Uncover 900 unique pieces of furniture crafted by some of the finest cabinetmakers from the 18th century
What's included
- Admission to the Château
- A booklet (in French, English, Spanish, German & Italian)
- Access to the gardens
- Audio guide in French, English, Spanish, Italian & German (available for an additional fee of €3)
Overview
Since the château was constructed for Louis XIV's financier, Paul Poisson de Bourvallais, it's hosted numerous French dignitaries and some of France's greatest literary and philosophical minds, including Proust and Voltaire.
As sumptuous inside as it is out, the château is a marvel to walk through. Visitors will have the chance to roam the grounds at their leisure, and get a glimpse of aristocratic life in a bygone era full of rococo and chinoiserie decor.
Know before you go
The castle is closed between 12:15 and 13:30
. Free parking available on-site (09:45-19:00)
. Dogs (except service dogs) and bikes are not allowed
Cancellation policy
before_date
Venue address
Château de Champs-sur-Marne
31 Rue de Paris