Hôtel de Guénégaud, Private mansion in 3rd arrondissement of Paris, France

The Hôtel de Guénégaud is a private mansion on Rue des Archives in the 3rd arrondissement, featuring symmetrical wings and classical design elements created by François Mansart between 1651 and 1655. The facade displays carefully proportioned details and ornamental features typical of 17th-century French classical architecture.

Built in 1652–1653 by François Mansart for Jean-François de Guénégaud des Brosses, maître des comptes, on land bought in 1647; Guénégaud died there in 1667. Jean Romanet, receveur général des Finances, bought it in 1703 and had interiors redecorated with panelling, overdoors and fireplaces. After decades as rented workshops and lodgings, it was saved by André Malraux, classified in 1962 and bought by the City of Paris.

The building has housed the Musée de la Chasse et de la Nature since 1967, presenting collections tied to hunting traditions and nature. The rooms give a sense of how aristocratic families expressed their passion for hunting within their private residence.

The mansion is within walking distance of Arts et Métiers and Filles du Calvaire metro stations, making it easy to access. Visitors should take time to explore the facade and courtyards, where the classical proportions are most visible.

The stone staircase in the south wing survives intact: a straight double flight whose lower steps curve outward in an arc to meet the floor. It is one of the few interior elements never remodelled. The building is also the only hôtel by François Mansart still standing complete.