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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.
Easter at Vaux-le-Vicomte - Spring 2025
Easter egg hunt at Vaux-le-Vicomte - 19 to 21 April 2025
As every year, the Château de Vaux-le-Vicomte is organising a range of Easter celebrations: a Grand Siècle treasure hunt with a snack for all the children during the Zone C holidays, and the biggest Easter egg hunt in France over the Easter long weekend.
Full price: €19 - Child rate (6 to 17 years): €15.50 - Free for children under 6 - Free parking
Every Saturday during the Soirées aux Chandelles until sunset, from 24 May to 27 September 2025 - From 5.30 pm to 8.30 pm
The first French formal garden designed by the famous André Le Nôtre, the garden of Vaux-le-Vicomte is punctuated by ponds and fountains that come to life on sunny days, for an hour and a half, with magical and refreshing water features.
Every Saturday from 24 May to 27 September 2025 - From 5.30 pm to 9.30 pm
As soon as night falls, the château and garden are illuminated by over 2,000 candles. To the sound of classical music, visitors can experience the refined atmosphere of the famous celebration organised by Nicolas Fouquet on 17 August 1661 in honour of King Louis XIV. The evening ends with a firework display at 11pm!
Full price: €22 - Child rate (6 to 17 years): €17.50 - Free for children under 6 - Free parking
Paris pulsates day and night to the rhythm of its festive events, offering a dynamic and varied nightlife. From unmissable evenings to vibrant festivals, not to mention unique cultural experiences, the capital never ceases to surprise night owls. To explore the full richness of these exceptional events, dive into our Guide to Parisian nights.
Find a special selection of the best events to experience intensely the nocturnal effervescence of Paris.
Saturday 31 May 2025
Visitors are invited to enjoy a day of entertainment in the gardens of a 17th-century château. On the programme: picnic and elegance competitions, artistic fencing, musical entertainment, and more.
Full price: €22 - Child rate (6 to 17 years): €17.50 - Free for children under 6 - Free parking
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The underground river diverted by André Le Nôtre is the setting for a fun and interactive trail. Professional actors bring this unusual adventure to life, to be enjoyed with family or friends.
From 15 November to 4 January 2026
To celebrate 20 years of enchantment, Vaux-le-Vicomte is adorned with lights and elegance for a magical experience, with sumptuously decorated rooms, immersive projections and illuminated gardens. Young and old alike can enjoy enchanted entertainment, from the crackling of fireplaces to delicacies by the fireside.
Set off to discover the most beautiful castles of the Île-de-France and let yourself be charmed by their history, their architecture and their majestic gardens. From Versailles to Fontainebleau, enjoy a royal getaway just a stone's throw from Paris.
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The Château de Vaux-le-Vicomte has several dining options:
The Château de Vaux-le-Vicomte offers different prices for the Candlelit Evenings. The full price including the château and the garden is €22. The reduced price of €17.50 is for young people, students and job seekers. If you wish to visit only the gardens, the price is 16€.
The season of festivities at the Château de Vaux-le-Vicomte begins at Easter and runs until September with the end of the Candlelit Evenings and their fireworks display; and resumes - after a short period of closure - for the end of year celebrations. The Château de Vaux-le-Vicomte closes every year at the end of the Christmas holidays and reopens at the beginning of March.
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