“Vaux-le-Vicomte is Fouquet’s dream come true: both a majestic palace and a welcoming home, a venue for lavish parties and a cosy family residence.
At Vaux-le-Vicomte, the exceptional remains.”
Located in Seine-et-Marne, just 50 kilometres from Paris,
Vaux-le-Vicomte is a true masterpiece of 17th-century classical architecture.
Every season, Vaux-le-Vicomte offers unique events.
A unique experience of the French art of living in the era of Louis XIV and Nicolas Fouquet.
Come and rediscover this 17th-century masterpiece in the flickering light of two thousand candles, illuminating the castle and French garden.
At Vaux-le-Vicomte, every visit is an adventure,
an invitation to experience memorable moments in a family-friendly and intimate setting.
During Candlelit Evenings, from 5.30pm to 8.30pm, from 24 May to 27 September, immerse yourself in a water ballet that will delight your senses, while admiring the estate bathed in warm, magical light. A moment suspended in time, where the history of the place meets the beauty of nature.
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In the castle's large stables, the Carriage Museum invites you to discover the evolution of carriages, horses and the trades that have shaped the history of transport and horse equipment.
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Discover Vaux-le-Vicomte as you have never heard it before. Thanks to 3D sound technology, the immersive sound tour plunges you into the heart of the château's history, with a spatialised narrative to be listened to on headphones, a first in a château in France.
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For an even more exceptional experience, climb to the top of the castle dome, where you will be rewarded with a breathtaking panoramic view of the entire estate.
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Explore the vast grounds of Vaux-le-Vicomte in a club car and discover the most remote views of the estate while enjoying a leisurely ride.
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For a fully immersive experience, renting period costumes allows the whole family to relive the history of Vaux-le-Vicomte while discovering the magnificent interiors of the château.
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Delve into the history of French formal gardens with the permanent exhibition dedicated to André Le Nôtre, the undisputed genius of 17th-century landscape architecture.
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Offer your clients a timeless experience. An iconic French heritage site, Vaux-le-Vicomte welcomes your groups as privileged guests in a setting that is both majestic and intimate.
An exceptional setting for educational enrichment. Vaux-le-Vicomte offers a unique environment for approaching school curricula in a different way: nursery, primary, secondary and sixth form.
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A place of memory and life, Vaux-le-Vicomte welcomes groups. Whether you are a tour operator, travel agent or tourism professional, French or foreign, Vaux-le-Vicomte will facilitate your visit.
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