Château de la Queue-les-Yvelines, Historic château in La Queue-les-Yvelines, France
Description
Château de la Queue-les-Yvelines is a castle featuring distinguished facades and roofwork, marked by two pavilion structures at the ends of the terrace retaining wall. The building shows architectural layers that reflect changes made over time, particularly modifications to its original form.
History
The building was constructed in the first half of the 17th century and underwent major renovations in the early 19th century under architect Bastard's direction. These works significantly altered both the exterior and interior, shaping the appearance visible today.
Culture
The interior spaces display carefully crafted woodwork in the ground floor rooms, reflecting the attention paid to decorative detail during the original period. These carved elements remain visible in the salon and dining areas as reminders of refined tastes from centuries past.
Practical
The location sits on National Road 89 in the Yvelines department, roughly 52 kilometers from Paris, making it fairly accessible to reach. The surrounding area is well-connected by roads and provides clear orientation for visitors finding their way.
Did you know?
The grounds were later transformed into a golf course, with the château itself now serving as the clubhouse for golf activities. This conversion blends historical architecture with modern recreational pursuits on the same property.
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