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Just a stone’s throw from the city center of Versailles, discover a place full of charm and elegance: the Domaine de Madame Élisabeth. Nestled in a lush green setting, this royal estate takes you back to the heart of the 18th century.In 1783, King Louis XVI acquired this property and gifted it to his beloved sister, Madame Élisabeth. Since then, this exceptional estate has retained all the poetry and tranquility of its aristocratic past. An English-style park full of surprises Imagined in the 18th century for the Prince and Princess of Rohan-Guéméné, the park was designed by architect Alexandre Louis Étable de La Brière. Covering 8 hectares, it is organized around winding paths, groves of majestic trees, a mysterious grotto, and a stream originally fed by the Montbauron reservoirs. A remarkable site for lovers of botany, the estate once housed a collection of rare plants gathered by Le Monnier, Louis XVI’s physician and a passionate natural scientist. The park also included a vegetable garden, an orangery, and a dairy — witnesses to the art of living in the Age of Enlightenment. A romantic French setting In the 19th century, the estate was redesigned in the spirit of a romantic English garden while preserving its emblematic features: its picturesque grotto, preserved groves, and scenic vistas. Today, this idyllic setting invites strolling, contemplation, or family walks, far from the hustle and bustle of the city.

Just a stone’s throw from the heart of Versailles, discover a hidden gem: the elegant townhouse of Madame du Barry, the last mistress of Louis XV. Nestled in a discreet setting, this pavilion is a testament to the splendour and intrigues of the 18th-century court.In 1772, the Countess du Barry acquired this estate to house her staff. She entrusted the construction of sumptuous stables to one of the greatest architects of her time, Claude-Nicolas Ledoux, a leading figure of Neoclassical architecture. But the death of Louis XV in 1774 changed her destiny. In 1775, Madame du Barry ceded the property to the Count of Provence, brother of the new king, Louis XVI. He continued the development works under Jean-François Chalgrin, the future architect of the Arc de Triomphe. Transformed into a military district during the Revolution, the site underwent many changes. In 1902, the stables and the pavilion were separated. While the stables became the Versailles Police Headquarters, the pavilion was acquired in 1937 by the Chamber of Commerce and Industry, which established its offices there while preserving the refined décor and period artworks recalling the presence of Madame du Barry. A rare and captivating visit Today, this exceptional site opens its doors only for guided tours organized by the Versailles Tourist Office. It is a unique opportunity to step into the intimacy of a woman who left her mark on her century, and to discover a remarkably preserved heritage blending history, architecture, and the French art of living. 📍 Information & Reservations For upcoming tour dates or to book your place, please contact us directly.

Elle garde le charme d'une église de province et pourtant, c'est un des tout premiers édifices néoclassiques construits en France ! A découvrir !