Castle life through the ages

Saturday, July 5, 2025

Take a trip back in time for a day, in Chevreuse valley, between history and nature!

First stop: the Middle Ages. Discover the beautiful village of Chevreuse during a guided walk, and climb up to the château de la Madeleine, an 11th-century fortress overlooking the entire valley.

Second stop: the 17th century. Head to the château de Breteuil by coach. During a guided tour, learn about this castle and the Breteuil family, closely linked to French history. Enjoy the remarkable gardens and staging of famous characters from Charles Perrault’s fairy tales.

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Programme:

  • 9:15 am – Departure from Saint-Rémy-lès-Chevreuse at the RER B station. Walk along the Ecosse Bouton stream, discovery of the medieval town of Chevreuse and life at that time. Stop for a refreshing and delicious locally-made drink (to be confirmed). Climb in the footsteps of the writer Jean Racine to the Madeleine castle, overlooking the Chevreuse valley.
  • 12:00 pm – Bus ride to the castle of Breteuil.
  • 12:30 pm – Picnic (not provided) in the magnificent park of the domain.
  • 2:00 pm – Visit of the Breteuil castle and dive into the history of the Breteuil family, which is linked with the history of France. Then, free visit of the park.
  • 5:00 pm – Back to the meeting point

Registration fee: €26

Payement is necessary to secure the booking (read the general conditions)

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Photo credits (page banner) : Château de la Madeleine: Jdamasc_PNR / Château de Breteuil: Wikimedia Commons, Lionel Allorge

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