Palace · France · Île-de-France
Château de Fontainebleau
Royal and imperial palace in a forest south of Paris.
UNESCO World Heritage Paid entry about 3 h
For storytellers
Why Château de Fontainebleau matters
Fontainebleau was a home for French rulers for centuries, from Renaissance kings to Napoleon. Rooms glitter with painted galleries, and the park has a big carp pond. It is quieter than Versailles. Go on a weekday and walk the gardens afterwards for a peaceful end to the visit.
Talking points
- Napoleon bade farewell to his guard here.
- Renaissance painted galleries survive inside.
- The surrounding forest is popular for climbing and hiking.
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