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Programme of special events at Vaux-le-Vicomte

All year, the Château de Vaux-le-Vicomte plunges visitors into the heart of the 17th century.

© Chateau de Vaux le Vicomte

Every year in summer, the Château de Vaux-le-Vicomte, which was one of the sources of inspiration for the Palace of Versailles, plunges visitors into the heart of the 17th century to relive, the splendour and pomp of this outstanding stately home, for a few hours.

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Fountains

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Every Saturday during the Candle-light evening until sunset, from 1 June to 28 September 2024 - From 5.30 pm to 8.30 pm

First garden in the French style, created by the famous landscape architect André Le Nôtre, the garden at Vaux-le-Vicomte is punctuated with ornamental ponds and fountains that play for 1h30 in summer creating a magical and refreshing scene.

Candle-light evenings

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Every Saturday from June 1 to September 28, 2024 - 5:30 pm to 9:30 pm

At nightfall, the chateau and garden are illuminated with more than 2,000 candles. Visitors enjoy classical music and discover the elegant atmosphere of the famous celebrations organized by Nicolas Fouquet on 17 August 1661 in honour of King Louis XIV. The evening finishes with a fireworks display at 11pm!

Rate : €22 - Child (6 to 17 years old): €17.50 - Free for children under 6s - Free parking

The ‘grande journée des costumés’ (‘Grand Siècle’ day)

© Chateau de Vaux le Vicomte

Saturday, May 25, 2024

Visitors are invited to discover a day of entertainment in the gardens of the 17th century chateau. On the programme: picnic and elegance competition, fencing, music, etc…

Rate : €22 - Child (6 to 17 years old): €17.50 - Free for children under 6s - Free parking

The Styx, river of the Underworld

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From 10 April to 2 November 2023

The underground river diverted by André Le Nôtre is the setting for a fun and interactive tour. Professional actors lead this unusual adventure for families and friends.

Price: €75 per group of 2 to 8 people - Free parking

Vaux-le-Vicomte in lights

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Winter 2024

During the winter, and particularly for the end of year celebrations, the castle and gardens of Vaux-le-Vicomte are illuminated for a magical and enchanting show - inside and out. Horse-drawn carriage rides are offered for the occasion. This winter, Jean de La Fontaine and his fables are in the spotlight.

Easter at Vaux-le-Vicomte

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Easter at Vaux-le-Vicomte - Spring 2025

Easter egg hunt at Vaux-le-Vicomte - Date to come

As every year, the Château de Vaux-le-Vicomte organises numerous festivities to celebrate Easter: a Grand Siècle treasure hunt with a prize for all children during the holidays in zone C, the biggest egg hunt in France on the extended Easter weekend...

Rate : €18 - Child (6 to 17 years old): €14.50 - Free for children under 6s - Free parking

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