The Top 5 Castles around Cesson
A visit to a castle — whether you stumble over one during a hike outdoors or walk your way around the grounds with a guide — is always something special, and you’ve got 5
beautiful castles to choose from around Cesson. Just browse our list to find your top castle , and add some history to your next adventure!
beautiful castles to choose from around Cesson. Just browse our list to find your top castle , and add some history to your next adventure!
Last updated: October 31, 2025
Château de Vaux-le-Vicomte
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Created by three different artists, the Château de Vaux-le-Vicomte is a majestic building that served as inspiration for the Palace of Versailles in particular. Brought together by Nicolas Fouquet, that …
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Château de Nainville-les-Roches
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The Château de Nainville-les-Roches made the headlines in the national media at the beginning of 2009 when the State sold it to an individual who planned to build a hotel …
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Château de Vaux-le-Vicomte
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The castle of Vaux-le-Vicomte, located on the territory of the French commune of Maincy (Seine-et-Marne), 50 km south-east of Paris, near Melun is a castle of the seventeenth century (1658-1661 ), built for Louis XIV's superintendent of finance, Nicolas Fouquet.
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Royal pavilion in Rougeau Forest
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Marking the southern limit of the royal alley, this pavilion was built by Etienne-Michel Bouret in the 18th century to provide Louis XV with a privileged hunting ground. Business that ruined him and led him to his downfall.
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Château de Vaux-le-Pénil — Site of the Miracle of the Marne decision
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It was at the Château de Vaux-Le-Pénil that on September 5, 1914, General Joffre met Marshal John French, Commander-in-Chief of the British Expeditionary Force, to decide on the Battle of …
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