Just 25 minutes from Paris airport, Chantilly ticks all the boxes for a premium stopover. Surrounded by pines and oaks, yet on the outskirts of the city, the estate is a haven for harried city dwellers. A tour by the owner.
Exploring French culture
A journey to France is an immersion into history and culture. From enchanting châteaux and fascinating museums to iconic landmarks and breathtaking architecture, discover the rich heritage of France with our curated selection of must-see sites.
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For 13 centuries, this rocky island, nestling in the heart of a huge, beautiful bay has been home to a magnificent abbey. Perched at the top of the islet, as if levitating, the building is like a mirage, always a mesmerising sight.
Tank, catapult, flying machine... The genius of Leonardo da Vinci comes to life at the Chateau du Clos Lucé, in the Loire Valley, where scale models of some of his most incredible machines are unveiled. Ten inventions, each as eccentric and crazy as each other, can be experimented with in a novel way at this 3D virtual animation exhibition held in partnership with Dassault Systèmes.
