Chateau de Rambouillet
Situated in the middle of a wonderful estate of woodland, water features, islands and gardens, The Chateau de Rambouillet was originally a royal residence, before attacting several french presidents who organzed hunting parties here or summer holidays. Francois I, who loved to hunt died here, Louis XIII and Louis XVI and many others….commissioned major work here. For example, the Queen’s Dairy – under Luois XVI for Marie-Antoinette – or the Bergerie NAtionale, the Ermitage or the Shell Cottage. Surrounded by 200 sq. km of land much of it covered by ancient forests, Chateau de Rambouillet is located in the town of Rambouillet, about 50 km southwest of Paris.
This is a spectacular château which should not be missed on you Paris Pass sightseeing tour. Opening hours: from 1 Apr to 30 Sept: 10am to 12-noon and 2-6pm. From 1 Oct to31 Mar: 10am -12-noon to 2-5pm. Entrance fee: 7 euro. Under 18s, and 1st Sun of the month (Nov to MAy): free.Closed when the French president is in residence.
