Vaux-le-Vicomte, Classical French château in Maincy, France
The palace features an oval-shaped grand salon centered between the front and garden facades, complemented by symmetrical wings and ornate decorations throughout.
Nicolas Fouquet, superintendent of finances for Louis XIV, commissioned the palace in 1656, employing architects Louis Le Vau and André Le Nôtre for its design.
The interior rooms display collections of period furniture, tapestries, and paintings that represent French aristocratic life during the 17th century.
The palace opens daily from March to November, with guided tours available in multiple languages and dedicated parking facilities for visitors.
Every Saturday evening from May to October, 2,000 candles illuminate the château and its gardens, creating a nighttime experience of 17th-century entertainment.
Location: Maincy
Location: Moisenay
Inception: 1656
Architects: Louis Le Vau
Official opening: August 17, 1661
Architectural style: classical architecture
Address: 77950 Maincy, France 77950 Maincy
Opening Hours: Monday-Saturday 10:00-17:45; Sunday 10:00-17:00; November 11-December 31 off; January 1 - March 9 off; May 3-October 4 17:00-23:00
Website: https://vaux-le-vicomte.com
GPS coordinates: 48.56528,2.71417
Latest update: June 29, 2025 10:32
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Very beautiful castle to discover in any season. Extraordinary candlelight tours
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