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Stroll in the Parc de Sceaux

A walk in the Parc de Sceaux, certainly the most beautiful park designed by André Le Nôtre in the Paris region.

In this park designed by André Le Nôtre we find all the great classics of the French gardens of the Grand Siècle: the canal, the rectilinear parterres, the immense perspectives. Often these parks are not very interesting to visit because they are too difficult for a simple walk. Here the park is immense but still remains on a human scale: you are not overwhelmed by the perspective as in Versailles or Saint-Cloud. The entrance to the park is free. It is easily accessible by the RER B (Sceaux park), you still have to walk 10 - 15 minutes to reach the park from the station. Not to be missed if you are in the area. The official website

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Duration: 3 h.
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The exit of the station

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The exit of the station
When you leave the station (station "Parc de Sceaux") you have to go up the street and follow the road signs that will lead you to the main entrance (there are several entrances). You will have to walk for 10-15 minutes.

The main entrance

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The main entrance
For those who want to come by car there is a parking lot right in front of the castle.

L'Orangerie

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L'Orangerie
The Pavillon de l'Aurore and the Orangerie are open to visitors every weekend when not in use for special events.

The castle of the park of Sceaux

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The castle of the park of Sceaux
The château is home to the Musée Départemental de Sceaux, which houses a remarkable collection of works of art and historical objects focusing on the French art of living. The Château underwent a complete renovation in 2020, offering visitors a magnificent setting in which to discover this cultural heritage. (4 €)

Catering

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Catering
You can eat and drink inside the park. Be careful, there are not many of them and the park is big.

Perspective on the plain of the four statues

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Perspective on the plain of the four statues
The park is very well maintained. Everything has been carefully pruned. Created in the 17th century by the famous gardener André Le Nôtre, the park offers a majestic setting combining formal gardens, vast lawns and water features.

View on the Grand Canal

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View on the Grand Canal
Magnificent views overlooking the Grand Canal. The park is certainly one of the most beautiful in the Paris region.

Walk along the Grand Canal

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Walk along the Grand Canal
With its shady avenues and century-old trees, the Parc de Sceaux is an ideal place for a stroll for lovers of nature and history.

The Octagon

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The Octagon
The Octagon is an octagon shaped pool with a water jet in the center. On the side you can see beautiful waterfalls that unfortunately do not work.

Plaine de la Patte d'Oie

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Plaine de la Patte d'Oie
In this large plain ball games are allowed.

Sports course

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Sports course
There is even a small sports course in the shade of the trees for those who like parks closer to nature. The park is a meeting place for all the running enthusiasts in the region, and the number of joggers is impressive.

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