Appartement du roi

The King's Apartment is a series of connected rooms on the first floor of Versailles Palace with marble panels, painted ceilings, and ornate furnishings. The spaces showcase the lavish decoration of the royal living quarters with their artistic details.

Louis XIV transformed these private chambers in 1678 to display his art collections and host diplomatic meetings with foreign representatives. The redesign reflected his intention to demonstrate power and taste through these spaces.

The rooms display European paintings by masters like Raphael and Correggio that Louis XIV collected there. Visitors can see how the king showcased his art collection to demonstrate his taste and power.

Tours provide access to rooms that are not open during standard palace visits. Visitors should allow enough time to examine the details in each room carefully.

The Clock Cabinet contains Passemant's astronomical clock from 1754, a technical marvel that contributed to standardizing timekeeping across France. The timepiece is a fascinating blend of craftsmanship and scientific innovation from the 18th century.

Location: Versailles

Part of: Palace of Versailles

GPS coordinates: 48.80472,2.12047

Latest update: December 7, 2025 20:48