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Vaux-le-Vicomte Castle, 30 minutes from our campground in Seine-et-Marne

A Journey to the 17th Century

Located near our campground in Seine-et-Marne, a visit to the Château de Vaux-le-Vicomte will transport you back to the 17th century to one of the architectural and decorative masterpieces of that era. This cultural outing, steeped in history, is sure to delight both adults and children alike!

Visit the Château de Vaux-le-Vicomte

A visit to the château will allow you to explore its majestically decorated interior as well as its exterior, which is well worth seeing. The garden at Vaux-le-Vicomte is, in fact, considered to be the first French-style garden designed by André Le Nôtre, the king’s gardener.

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Immerse yourself in the history of the castle under Nicolas Fouquet

A tour for all ages

To make this outing even more unforgettable, children can rent period costumes on site and follow along with a game booklet during the tour. During this immersion in the 17th century, visitors also have the option to extend the experience by choosing a guided tour in costume.

Getting to the Château de Vaux-le-Vicomte

Located in the town of Maincy, in the Seine-et-Marne department (50 km from Paris) and just 20 minutes from the Camping des 4 Vents, the Château de Vaux-le-Vicomte is a designated historic monument—it’s definitely worth the trip!

Learn more about the Château de Vaux-le-Vicomte.

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Photo by Jean-Pol GRANDMONT – Own work, CC BY-SA 3.0