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Château de la Madeleine

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One of the Best Places To Visits in Chevreuse


Address

Maison du parc, Chem. Jean Racine, 78460 Chevreuse, France

Contact

+33 1 30 83 69 56

Rating on Google Maps

4.30 (1.8K reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Monday: Closed
  • Tuesday: 11 AM to 8 PM
  • Wednesday: 11 AM to 8 PM
  • Thursday: 11 AM to 8 PM
  • Friday: 11 AM to 8 PM
  • Saturday: 11 AM to 8 PM
  • Sunday: 11 AM to 8 PM

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  • 4/5 Manasi C. 1 year ago on Google • 44 reviews
    Ruins of an 11th century castle Peaceful not very crowded beautiful views Multiple options available for hikes: easiest and fastest one takes about 40 minutes from RER st remy les chevreuse WC facilities available and free, maison du parc accessible only Tuesday to Friday
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Yvan A. D. 1 year ago on Google • 190 reviews
    It’s a beautiful place to visit. You have an incredible panorama over the Chevreuse valley. Moreover, their shop has many nice goodies about this wonderful valley.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Andrés N. 2 years ago on Google • 101 reviews
    Beautiful 11th century castle, very well maintained. It's a great place to visit if you're passimg by, as the castle is not ver big and it takes you only 15 min to walk it. Great views of the village.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Joshua D. 4 years ago on Google
    It's an ok little castle, but unfortunately it's not worth visiting even for real fanatics - the "exhibit" in one of the rooms is pretty pathetic, and everything else is locked up or in use by local government. You can't even go up on the rampart to get a good view. At least not officially. In addition, much of the interior is reconstructed in modern style.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 공과장 (Manager K. 8 months ago on Google • 1435 reviews
    It’s free, but there was not so many things to see because it’s almost destroyed. Just… village’s view from the castle? There is toilet and water tap.

  • 5/5 Hải Hoa Nguyễn T. 2 years ago on Google • 24 reviews
    A very nice place to do picnic in a sunny day. The village around looks cute too! There are several trails with different duration for you to choose so no matter you like walking a lot a just a short walk around with friends, it is a good choice.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Ksenia B. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Very nice chateau, but unfortunately it is closed on weekends and public holidays, so I can only attest to the beauty of the view of the village from its cliff. (Original) Très joli château, mais malheureusement il est fermé le week-end et les jours fériés, je ne peux donc que témoigner que de la beauté de la vue sur le village depuis sa falaise.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Fatiha M. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Beautiful castle fortress with towers built between the 11th and 14th century with a breathtaking view over the Chevreuse valley. (Original) Beau château forteresse avec tours construite entre le 11ème et 14ème siècle avec une vue imprenable sur la vallée de chevreuse.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Andrey B. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) The castle has a beautiful facade, super old and has a beautiful and stunning view. The visit is quick, but it is nice to know a little more about the history and visit a castle from many years ago. It has parking area. (Original) O castelo possui uma fachada linda, super antiga e tem uma vista linda e estonteante. A visita é rápida, mas é legal conhecer um pouco mais da história e visitar um castelo de muitos anos atrás. Possui área para estacionar.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Galyss 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Magnificent castle, and great setting for a walk (Original) Magnifique château, et super cadre pour une balade
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Pierre M. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Minor castle enjoying a beautiful view of the Yvette valley but which can only be enjoyed outside. In the enclosure, it is a pity that none of the upper parts is accessible to visitors. Regarding the staff, you have to choose between a trainee at the entrance friendly but completely ignorant or a despicable lady hidden in the reception offices below ... In short, walker, stay contemplate the view and go your way. (Original) Chateau mineure profitant d'une belle vue sur la vallée de l'Yvette mais dont on peut profiter qu'à l'extérieur. Dans l'enceinte, il est dommage qu'aucune des parties hautes ne soit accessible à la visite. Concernant le personnel, il faut choisir entre un stagiaire à l'entrée sympathique mais complétement ignare ou bien une dame ignoble planquée dans les bureaux d'accueil en contre bas ... Bref promeneur, reste contemple la vue et passe ton chemin.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Karine 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Nice point of view, beautiful walk, we also discover a piece of history between the old castle and the playwright who was unknown to us ... All in the fall colors ... Continue the hike to the abbey ends a pleasant afternoon 😊 (Original) Joli point de vue, belle balade, on y découvre aussi un bout d'histoire entre le vieux château et le dramaturge qui nous était inconnue... Le tout sous les couleurs automnales...Poursuivre la randonnée jusqu'à l'abbaye termine une agréable après-midi 😊
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Fatin A. 3 years ago on Google • 140 reviews
    Great view! It's what I liked most about it, it says closed on Saturday Sunday and Monday but we went on a Sunday and it was open but without access to the inside of the chateau itself only the little garden inside.

  • 5/5 Mariia K. 5 months ago on Google • 37 reviews
    The forest around the fortress is perfect for a long walk, but the fortress remains themselves are not really much to see.

  • 4/5 Nicole W. 7 months ago on Google • 29 reviews
    Beautiful place not much to do, still a must see when visiting Chevreuse.

  • 5/5 Anirban K. 3 years ago on Google
    Offers splendid view from the top

  • 5/5 Hugues De P. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Simply magnificent castle overlooking part of the Chevreuse valley ... To see (Original) Tout simplement magnifique château surplombant une partie de la vallée de la chevreuse... A voir

  • 3/5 Dominique R. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) I had scheduled a visit to the castle today July 23, it was supposed to be open that day. Arrived on site shortly after 2 p.m. I found grid closed. And without a word of explanation. A very bad image given of our department, our region, our country. Like our dear officials. (Original) J'avais programmé une visite du château aujourd'hui 23 juillet, il était censé être ouvert ce jour. Arrivé sur place peu après 14h j'ai trouvé grille close. Et sans un mot d'explication. Une bien mauvaise image donnée de notre département, notre région, notre pays. À l'image de nos chers fonctionnaires.

  • 3/5 Jérôme B. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Nice point of view, but castle not accessible because fitted out in offices (PNR HVC) (Original) Joli point de vue, mais château non accessible car aménagé en bureaux (PNR HVC)

  • 5/5 Christophe Dufour, e. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Nice hike around (Original) Belle randonnée autour

  • 5/5 Zemih Y. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) accessible 24/24 the forecourt of the castle gives an exceptional view, hard to believe that we are 20 minutes from paris. I live in nanterre and I often come to get fresh air in the chevreuse valley, a breath of oxygen. (Original) accessible 24/24 le parvis du chateau donne sur une vue exceptionnelle , difficile de croire qu'on est a 20 minutes de paris. J'habite a nanterre et je viens souvent chercher de l'air pur dans la vallee de chevreuse , une bouffee d'oxygene.

  • 4/5 Claude C. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) It's beautiful (Original) C'est beau

  • 5/5 J. Machado G. 5 years ago on Google
    Nice place and well organised. Fantastic views. Free entry! Totally worth the trip!

  • 5/5 Véronique G. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Superb castle which can be seen from afar in the Chevreuse Valley! (Original) Superbe château de l'on voit de loin dans la Vallée de Chevreuse !

  • 5/5 Nikos T. 4 years ago on Google
    Very nice view. Totally overwhelming landscape. Worth the visit just to stay and watch

  • 4/5 Luis T. 4 years ago on Google
    Beautiful view of Saint Rémy. Had a little trouble accessing because we took the wrong road! But it was a nice little hike.

  • 5/5 Antonin F. 4 years ago on Google
    Beautiful castle which has been well preserved

  • 1/5 Roselyne C. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Too bad the tour was closed to the public (Original) Dommage que la visite ait été fermée au public

  • 5/5 Travelling H. 1 year ago on Google
    30 minutes by walk from RER B last stop. On top of city with stunning view. Not easy not hard track to reach there, you will enjoy photo scenery. For Chateau visit you have to pay but external view is also mind blowing. A Must visit beautiful location and Chateau by Traveling Hopper.

  • 1/5 Ybloem V. 4 years ago on Google
    Rude and very unpleasant lady told us in no uncertain terms when we went through the gate (closed but not locked) that we shouldn't be there as it's closed on Monday. We actually forgot it was Monday (we're on holiday after all) apologised and she was still having a go at us as we were half way down the path. Has she never made a mistake in a foreign land?? Was it really necessary to be so rude? I think not!! Make a mistake here at your peril....

  • 4/5 Stephanie M. 1 year ago on Google
    Beautiful views and wonderful preservation of the ruins

  • 5/5 Fahim K. 2 years ago on Google
    Awww awesome place to visit beautiful old castle and beautiful village

  • 5/5 Qsm C. 1 year ago on Google
    Small medieval fortress not far from Paris, can make a good afternoon even better.

  • 5/5 Rony H. 1 year ago on Google
    Beautiful castle with a serene view over La Chevreuse valley (mini-valley). Make sure you visit it on a sunny day. The ancient walk from the castle down to the Chevreuse town is a must, a back-in-time machine.

  • 5/5 Serhii L. 4 years ago on Google
    Perfect place. Atmosphere, views, not to many people. And also it's free.

  • 4/5 N C. 3 years ago on Google
    A beautiful castle with a beautiful view over the valley of Chevreuse.

  • 5/5 Maria Lucero S. 8 months ago on Google
    Breathtaking! You have to hike a little to get to the castle so beware of that.

  • 5/5 J. Ángel M. 4 years ago on Google
    Lovely place free, with an amazing view not that far from Paris

  • 4/5 Eric M. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) To do during a tour of the valley with children. A guide is recommended to really appreciate the site. Some regrets in view of certain positions taken in the renovation of the site .... (Original) A faire lors d'une viste de la vallée avec des enfants. Un guide est conseillé pour réellement apprécié le site. DQuelques regrets au regard de certains parti pris dans la rénovation du site....

  • 1/5 Only T. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Open at 11am to 6pm on Sunday, no access to the tower or the pavilion, too bad, it's a work that deserves to be visited inside! (Original) Ouvre a 11h a 18h le dimanche ,aucun accès ni a la tour ni au pavillon , dommage ,c'est un ouvrage qui mérite d'être visite a l'intérieur !

  • 5/5 Philippe D. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Beautiful area (Original) Très bel endroit

  • 5/5 George G. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Clean and quiet air (Original) Aer curat si liniste

  • 5/5 Fidélio K. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Extraordinary (Original) Extraordinaire

  • 5/5 Pierre G. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Superb medieval castle, very well preserved, overlooking Chevreuse and part of the surrounding countryside. (Original) Superbe château médiéval , très bien préservé, surplombant Chevreuse et une partie de la campagne environnante.

  • 4/5 Abdeltif M. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Magnificent (Original) Magnifique

  • 5/5 Hugo W. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) A pleasant place, with a beautiful view (Original) Un lieu agréable, avec une belle vue

  • 2/5 rose c. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Everything was closed, too bad (Original) Tout était fermé c dommage

  • 4/5 Elad R. 3 years ago on Google
    Interesting castle beautifully situated on a hilltop overlooking the valley and villages below.

  • 3/5 family 6. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) To do once (Original) A faire une fois

  • 4/5 Eric E. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Beautiful building, a nice view. Several forest or road access paths. (Original) Belle bâtisse, une jolie vue. Plusieurs chemins d 'accès en forêt ou route.

  • 4/5 Yann B. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Very beautiful fortified castle which will delight children because it is vast and rather in a state of conservation (Original) Très beau château fort qui réjouira les enfants car il est vaste et plutôt en état de conservation

  • 4/5 Frederic T. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Nice castle which can be entered within the walls. Visiting the rooms is not possible on weekends, so check the weekday opening hours. The view over the Chevreuse valley from the outside is worth it. Steep path from Chevreuse to get there. (Original) Joli château dont on peut rentrer dans l’enceinte. La visite des pièces est impossible le week-end, vérifiez bien les horaires d’ouverture en semaine. La vue sur la vallée de Chevreuse depuis l’extérieur vaut le coup. Chemin pentu depuis Chevreuse pour y arriver.

  • 4/5 DAVID 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) great view of the valley! (Original) super vue su la vallée !

  • 4/5 lytchounette c. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Very pleasant place to visit, with a superb view of Chevreuse from the castle. Walk in the surroundings also pleasant but beware, the path that goes down / up, from the castle, is steep (Original) Lieu très agréable à visiter, avec une vue superbe de Chevreuse depuis le château. Promenade aux alentours également agréable mais attention, le chemin qui descend/monte, depuis le château, est raide

  • 5/5 Mbak J. 3 years ago on Google
    Beautiful at 🌃. The Chevreuse lights look great. The 🌙 🌒 and stars look scenic .

  • 5/5 Vincent L. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Very beautiful castle. (Original) Très beau château.

  • 5/5 Maria Teresa F. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Place full of history! (Original) Lugar cheio de história!

  • 4/5 Guilherme C. Da C. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Super View (Original) Super Vue

  • 4/5 Thuan N. 5 years ago on Google
    Beautiful view. Just the way up is difficult to push a stroller. You will have to carry your child and fold your stroller in.

  • 1/5 Maurice De l. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) How much is in taxes for a castle which is only open to the public for a few hours and 4 days a week and not at weekends? Thanks for nothing. (Original) C'est combien dans les impots pour un chateau qui n'est ouvert au public que quelques heures et 4 jours dans la semaine et pas le weekend ? Merci pour rien.

  • 1/5 Chablis V. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Access to the castle is very poorly indicated. It is currently closed but you have to go to the castle to find out. No information on this subject. (Original) L acces au château est très mal indiqué. Il est actuellement fermé mais il faut se rendre au château pour le découvrir. Aucune information à ce sujet.

  • 4/5 kate22dz 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Very beautiful and the place is strategic for a panoramic. Too bad it was closed today we could have enjoyed the interior (Original) Très beau et l'endroit est stratégique pour faire une panoramique . Dommage il était fermé aujourd'hui on aurait pu profiter de l'intérieur


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