Château de Rambouillet
Château de Rambouillet, Medieval castle and presidential residence in Rambouillet, France
Château de Rambouillet is a pentagonal castle about 50 kilometers southwest of Paris in the Yvelines department, featuring tall towers and French-style gardens. The estate combines medieval origins with royal expansions from different periods.
The castle originated in the 14th century and was expanded and reshaped by French kings over centuries. King Francis I died in 1547 in the tower bearing his name, marking a turning point in French history.
The Queen's Dairy, built for Marie Antoinette, displays ornate decorations and porcelain from the Sèvres manufactory created for the royal court. Visitors today can see these rooms and experience the craftsmanship of that era.
The castle sits in a wooded area suitable for walking and offers plenty of space to explore. Visitors should wear comfortable shoes since both the interior and gardens involve considerable walking.
The castle hosted the first G6 summit in 1975, bringing together leaders from major industrial nations. This gathering laid the groundwork for ongoing international economic discussions that continue today.
Location: Rambouillet
Inception: 1474
Accessibility: Wheelchair inaccessible
Fee: full:8;discount:5.5;free: under 18
Address: place de la Libération
Opening Hours: Monday,Wednesday-Sunday,Holidays 10:00-12:00, April-September 13:30-18:00, October-March 13:30-17:00; Tuesday off; January 1,May 1, December 25, off
Phone: +33134830025;+33134942879
Website: https://chateau-rambouillet.fr
GPS coordinates: 48.64556,1.81778
Latest update: December 19, 2025 23:12
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