At Vaux-le-Vicomte It was commissioned by Nicolas Fouquet, who wished to welcome Louis XIV and his court for a lavish celebration in 1661. It took the finest architects, landscape designers, painters and fountain-makers of the era nine years to complete Vaux-le- Vicomte — many of whom would later contribute to the creation of Versailles — making it one of the most extravagant and magnificent palaces of the 17th century. With more than a hundred rooms, majestic formal French g

At the Château de Versailles Through to February 15th, 2026. Just 30 minutes from Paris, come and discover the new exhibition at the Palace of Versailles, dedicated to Louis de France, known as the Grand Dauphin, the eldest son of Louis XIV. Destined to become King of France, he saw his own son become sovereign of Spain and died at the age of 49 without ever having reigned himself. Heir to the throne, later a great aesthete and collector: 250 objects trace the diff erent face

At the Château de Vaux-le-Vicomte Affiche de l’exposition © DR The site combines classical elegance and grandeur. It was commissioned by...