Monuments to visit Ile-De-France

At the end of a vast rehabilitation and development project, the English park offers a superb space of nearly 20 ha of walking with a wide variety of species (giant redwood, Atlas blue cedar) and 300 m of French perspective. The artist Xavier Veilhan, the architects Bona and Lemercier and the scenographer Alexis Bertrand have realized an exceptional and exciting project. The development of clearings now makes it possible to host various events on the art of gardens, as well as the trophy room and the Turkish baths, which become exhibition rooms. The castle museum is the highlight of this work! With its facades covered with ice and metalized panels, it enhances the park and fascinates visitors, especially on sunny days when it contrasts remarkably with the green spaces, bodies of water and the blue sky around it. Inside, the exhibitions on offer are often very original. An access to its panoramic roof allows you to have a nice view of part of the park.

The hotel Marcel Dassault owes its name to the aircraft manufacturer who acquired it in 1952. In particular, he hosted the French Days magazine. This 2002 th century building, reminiscent of the style of years earlier, was renovated by architect Jean-Michel Wilmotte before opening in a place dedicated to auctions and exhibitions of art.

Château du Saussay in Ballancourt, 45 km south of Paris, is a rare ensemble of two 18th-century châteaux. Built on the ruins of a feudal castle, it faces the entrance to a romantic park surrounded by water. Inside, the reception rooms evoke the lives of the illustrious figures who have lived in the château. Listed on the Inventaire Supplémentaire des Monuments Historiques since 1951, the château is open to visitors. It is also possible to organize professional film shoots. However, receptions are not accepted.