Description

The castle that inspired the castles of Vaux-le-Vicomte and Versailles.<p> This 17th-century château, built by François Mansart for René de Longueil, the future Superintendent of Finances under Louis XIV, boasts architecture that is one of the finest examples of French classical art. During the tour, you will discover the grand openwork staircase with its restored sculpted decoration, the King's apartment and its famous Hall of Mirrors, as well as the superb decor of the Count of Artois's dining room.<br><br> <strong>Please note:</strong><br> The ticket gives you access to the entire monument at any time of day.<br> Temporary exhibitions are included.<br> <strong>Last entry to the monument 30 minutes before closing time.<br><br> Schedules :</strong><br> From May 16th to September 15th<br> 10am-12:30pm and 2pm-6pm<br> Closed on Tuesdays<br><br> From September 16th to May 15th<br> 10am-12:30pm and 2pm-5pm<br> Closed on Tuesdays<br><br> <strong>Annual closures:</strong><br> January 1st<br> May 1st<br> December 25<br><br> Free entry on the first Sunday of the month, from November 1st to March 31st.<br> Free for EU citizens or legal residents under 26, and for primary and secondary school teachers. Free for visitors with disabilities and their carers, job seekers, and those receiving minimum social benefits.<br><br> <strong>Your ticket is valid from the date of purchase until December 31, 2026.</strong></p>