Excursion to Fontainebleau Castle & Barbizon

Discover the Fontainebleau Castle in half a day! During our trip, you will be charmed by the Fontainebleau Castle, favorite residence of the French Kings, and by the beautiful village of Barbizon, impressionist small village from the early 19th century.

TOUR OF FONTAINEBLEAU CASTLE

Fontainebleau Castle is located in the south-east of Paris. Testimony of the French History since the Middle Ages, Fontainebleau Castle was one of the favorite French kings' residences (from François 1er to Napoléon III). Most of them took part in the history and the building of the castle. Surrounded by a wonderful garden, the castle is marked by a great cultural heritage. Its architecture and interior decors are a mixture of Italian and French art. Since 1981, the castle belongs to the UNESCO world heritage. Nowadays, the Fontainebleau Castle is renowned for the beauty of Napoleon III apartments and its small theater recently restored.

During the audioguided visit of the Castle (with individual visio guides available in English, French, Spanish, Italian), you will discover the architecture of the monument, its wonderful decor and the ancient era furniture. You will also enjoy free time to stroll through the gardens.

BARBIZON VILLAGE

On the way back to Paris, we will go through the charming village of Barbizon, a small village from the early 19th century dedicated to impressionism and to many well-known painters such as Corot and Millet... A short stop will give you the opportunity to discover the school workshop of painter Millet.