Château de Conflans

Château de Conflans is a partially destroyed medieval castle in Charenton-le-Pont with surviving elements including an iron gate, a monumental staircase, and a fountain. The site spreads across several levels connected by terraces that frame the riverside setting.

The site was founded in the 14th century and served as a residence for the Archbishops of Paris from the 17th century until the French Revolution. Following that period, the property underwent changes that shaped its present state.

The name comes from its position where two rivers meet, and the tiered gardens were designed to frame this natural setting. Visitors can still trace how the outdoor spaces were organized to take advantage of this location.

The site is reachable by metro from Liberté station on line 8 or by bus from Nelson Mandela stop on line 24. The terraces and remaining structures are open to explore, though the grounds have uneven surfaces and require sturdy footwear.

The tiered terraces were originally designed to frame and direct views toward where the Seine and Marne rivers meet below. This careful use of elevation changes made the river confluence a focal point of the garden design.