Château royal de Senlis

Log in to your account

AroundUs is a community-driven map of interesting places, built by curious explorers like you. It grows with every review, story, and photo you share.
Connect to save your favorite spots, contribute locations, and create personalized routes.
By continuing, you accept our Terms and Conditions and our Privacy Policy
Add to collection
Map
Suggest a change
Share

Château royal de Senlis, Royal castle and Saint-Maurice priory in Senlis, France.

The royal castle stands against the Gallo-Roman wall opposite the cathedral, featuring medieval towers and architectural elements from multiple periods.

In 987, Hugh Capet was elected King of France at this castle, marking the beginning of the Capetian dynasty's rule over France.

The castle complex includes the Musée de la Vénerie, displaying collections related to hunting traditions and local heritage within its preserved structures.

The castle ruins and priory grounds form a public park that opens daily except Tuesdays, offering access to centuries of French architectural evolution.

Saint Louis integrated his royal apartments into a third-century tower and established the Saint-Maurice Priory on the castle grounds in 1264.

Location: Senlis

GPS coordinates: 49.20740,2.58420

Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:44

Reviews

Visited this place? Tap the stars to rate it and share your experience / photos with the community! Try now! You can cancel it anytime.

« Château royal de Senlis: Royal castle and Saint-Maurice priory in Senlis, France » is provided by Around Us (aroundus.com). Images and texts are derived from Wikimedia project under a Creative Commons license. You are allowed to copy, distribute, and modify copies of this page, under the conditions set by the license, as long as this note is clearly visible.

Discover hidden gems everywhere you go!

From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.

Around Us App Screenshot

A unique approach to discovering new places

Le Figaro

All the places worth exploring

France Info

A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks

20 Minutes