Domaine of Villarceaux, Renaissance villa and historical monument in Chaussy, France
Domaine of Villarceaux is a Renaissance estate in Chaussy near Paris that contains two chateaux set within approximately 63 hectares of grounds. The property features formal water pools, clipped hedge rows organized in geometric patterns, and fountains placed throughout the landscape.
The site began as a fortified castle from the 11th century built during medieval conflicts. In the 16th century it was transformed into a Renaissance-style manor house.
The name comes from a local family's history, and the estate now hosts concerts and cultural events throughout the year that draw visitors from the region. This cultural role has made it a gathering place for the community.
The estate is open to visitors from mid-April through October with no entrance fee required. Guided tours are available regularly throughout the season to help you explore the grounds.
The gardens contain a special 18th-century structure called a vertugadin, a decorative feature from that period. Additionally, statues imported from Villa d'Este in Italy adorn various parts of the grounds.
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