Chateau de Compiegne
Chateau de Compiegne
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About Chateau de Compiegne
Add to favoritesThe Palace of Compiègne is a former royal and imperial residence located in Compiègne, Oise (Hauts-de-France region, France). It has been listed as a historical monument since October 24, 1994. Built by Louis XV and Louis XVI, and remodeled under Napoleon I and then Napoleon III, the Château de Compiègne was a central center of court life and the exercise of power. The originality and beauty of this, the largest French neoclassical château, along with the quality of its interior decoration and furnishings, constitute a unique ensemble, a historic site which, alongside Versailles and Fontainebleau, is one of the three most important French royal and imperial residences.
Tip for an even more exceptional visit.
For a smart visit to the Château de Compiègne, the trick is to focus on the incredible suite of the Empress's Apartments: look for Marie-Louise's small silver boudoir, a First Empire decorative gem often overshadowed by the ballroom. In the latter, the Ballroom Gallery, don't just admire the gilding; have fun spotting the discreet trapdoors in the floor that were once used for heating and ventilation during Napoleon III's famous "Series" (religious performances). The real secret lies in the connection between the château and nature: don't leave without taking the majestic ramp that leads from the château to the forest. Walk to the end of the Empress's Cradle, a 1,200-meter-long iron trellis designed so that Marie-Louise could stroll in the shade. Finally, for an unusual experience, visit the National Car Museum located in a wing of the château. It is a unique collection in the world where you can see the ancestors of our cars, including the famous "Jamais Contente", the first automobile to have exceeded 100 km/h.
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1751
Louis XV ordered the complete reconstruction of the castle by Ange-Jacques Gabriel to make it a modern and airy autumn residence.
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9/8/1832
Marriage of Leopold I, King of the Belgians, with Louise of Orléans.
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2023-05-23"Great vibe. The Palace of Compiègne is a former royal and imperial residence located in Compiègne, Oise (Hauts-de-France region, France). It h... Tip: For a smart visit to the Château de Compiègne, the trick is to focus on the incredible suite of the Empress's Apartments: look for Marie-Louise's small silver boudoir, a First Empire decorative gem often overshadowed by the ballroom. In the latter, the Ballroom Gallery, don't just admire the gilding; have fun spotting the discreet trapdoors in th"
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