About this experience
In the magnificent 17th-century castle, the Prince of Galles (future King of England Edward VII), the famous writer Marcel Proust, and the world-renowned fairy tale author Charles Perrault stayed as guests. As you stroll through the chateau's halls, you will meet the characters of his fairy tales and learn a lot about the history of France – after all, the ancestors of the castle owners, the Bretet dynasty, served at the French kings' court for a long time.
What to Expect
A Walk through the Castle and Meeting its 'Inhabitants'
You will learn about the castle's centuries-old history, the unique charm of its halls, and admire the numerous figures of fairy-tale characters. You will meet Cinderella, visit Little Red Riding Hood, call on Sleeping Beauty, descend to the cellar with Tom Thumb, meet the princess in the donkey's skin, and, of course, be greeted by Puss in Boots.
The History of the Aristocratic Bretet Dynasty
I will tell you about the history of France during the reigns of the three Louis, about the role of the Bretet family in the country's life, about the behind-the-scenes games and intrigues of the Versailles court. Perhaps the most 'notorious' is known to many from Alexandre Dumas' novel 'The Queen's Necklace.' A part of this story is presented in one of the halls, where you will feel like you're stepping into the pages of a book.
Organizational Details
- You pay 25% of the cost on the website, and the remaining part to the guide on the spot (in euros or rubles).
- Entrance tickets to the castle are paid additionally: adult – 16.20 euros, child – 13.20 euros.
- The visit to the castle takes place separately from the main groups.
- There are several ways to get to the castle. I can arrange a transfer for you. Or you can use public transport. You need to take the RER B to Saint-Remy-les-Chevreuse station (travel time from Notre Dame is 45 minutes). Trains run every 12-15 minutes. The ticket costs 5.05 euros. I will meet you at the station by car, and we will head to the castle. After the tour, I will also accompany you back to the station.
- The number of participants can be more than 4 people if you book a transfer (minibus).
