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Instagram photo contest

Instagram photo contest #VersaillesLight

From 15 February to 15 May 2018, take part in our Instagram photo constest with the hashtag #VersaillesLight !

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Works

The Dufour Pavilion

The Dufour Pavilion, which a new entrance to the Palace created by the architect Dominique Perrault, has opened in 2016.

Mediation

"Trips to trianon"

50 young people aged between 14 and 18 are taking part in the workshops and the exhibition organised with the Le Bel Air medico-educational institut.

Product

Arthus-Bertrand creates a collection of medallions

On the 300th anniversary of the death of Louis XIV, the Palace of Versailles and Arthus-Bertrand have joined forces to launch an exceptional collection of medals and tokens.

Games and sport at Versailles

A “green lung” just 16 kilometres from Paris, the estate managed by the Public Institution of the Palace of Versailles draws a great many nature lovers and sports enthusiasts every day. Make the most of this exceptional natural heritage on your own or with friends, as a family or a club.

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Works

The works of the Queen's State Apartment

In order to enhance conditions for visitors and preserve our heritage, major work on fire safety standards, utility network renovation and air treatment improvement began in January 2016 in the four rooms of the Queen’s State Apartment.

Restoration

Restoration of the Queen's Library

The Queen's library is one of the most endearing rooms in the Queen's Private Apartments. The restoration will take place between spring 2017 and spring 2018.

Restoration

Restoration of the Queen's Guard Room

The Queen's Guard Room is the only room in the Queen's State Appartments that is yet to undergo essential renovation work on its painted and architectural decoration. Until summer 2017.

Restoration

Restoration of the Queen's Private Chambers

 The Queen's Private Chambers contain all the necessary amenities for the Queen's intimacy, with a water closet and a toilette room. Their restoration will take place between autumn 2017 and autumn 2018.

Restoration

The restoration of the Queen's house in the Hamlet

Restoration work had become urgent due to the dilapidated condition of the interior and exterior layouts, which until now could not be opened to the public. Until 2018.

Digital

Virtual Exhibition

Marie Antoinette

Fashion at Versailles

The partnership between the Palace of Versailles and the Google Cultural Institute continues through the international project« We Wear Culture » with the creation of two virtual exhibitions : « Fashion at Versailles : Her » et « Fashion at Versailles : Him ».

The Palace of Versailles' New Mobile App

The official Palace of Versailles Mobile Application.

Instagram photo contest

Instagram photo contest #VersaillesLight

From 15 February to 15 May 2018, take part in our Instagram photo constest with the hashtag #VersaillesLight !

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Exhibition

Courtyard side - Garden side

Paris-Charles-de-Gaulle airport is playing host to a photography exhibition designed with the Palace of Versailles and on display until 1 July 2019.

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from 9:00 am to 5:30 pm
closed on Mondays

Estate of Trianon
from 12:00 pm to 5:30 pm
closed on Mondays

Gardens
from 8:00 am to 6:00 pm

Coach Gallery
from 12:30 pm to 5:30 pm
closed on Mondays

Place d'Armes
78000 Versailles
France

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