Equestrian statue of Louis XIV, Bronze equestrian statue at Place d'Armes, France.
The statue represents Louis XIV mounted on a horse, positioned in front of the Palace of Versailles near the royal entrance gates.
Created by sculptors Pierre Cartellier and Louis Petitot in 1836, the monument was commissioned by King Louis XVIII as a tribute to his predecessor.
The statue's placement at Place d'Armes marks the central axis leading to the Palace of Versailles, reinforcing French monarchical power symbolism.
Visitors can view the statue from multiple angles along Avenue de Paris, with the best photography opportunities during morning hours.
The statue underwent a 500,000-euro restoration before its 2009 relocation from the Court of Honor to its current position at Place d'Armes.
Location: Versailles
Inception: 1836
Creator: Pierre Cartellier, Louis Petitot, Fonderie Crozatier
Made from material: bronze
Address: 78000 Versailles, France 78000 Versailles
Website: https://photos.app.goo.gl/4Snokd2xXHjBcbFn7
GPS coordinates: 48.80330,2.12596
Latest update: October 2, 2025 20:41
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Grandiose but unfortunately right in the middle of the visitor parking lot!
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