The visit of this castle is concluded by a walk in the park, pleasant as soon as the roses bloom
Built in the 17th century, the Château de Malmaison was acquired in 1799 by Josephine who, at Napoleon's request, was looking for land near Paris. The architects Percier and Fontaine were entrusted with the development of the residence. From 1801 to 1802, the government of France was housed here, just as it was in the Tuileries in Paris. Under the Empire, Josephine embellished the castle and took particular care of the park. Repudiated in 1809, she settled permanently in Malmaison. Berthault was commissioned to redecorate part of the apartments. Sold in 1828, the castle became a museum in 1905. Here you can visit the first floor apartments, tastefully furnished and decorated in the style of the time. The council room, which looks like a tent of the General State in campaign, then the dazzling library recalling the work of Napoleon. On the second floor we discover the Emperor's apartment, furnished, and then the collections dedicated to Bonaparte and Josephine. Josephine's apartment remains intact, with its toilet and boudoir. The second floor presents the wardrobe of Josephine and that of her daughter Hortense. The visit ends with a walk in the park, which is pleasant when the roses bloom. For families, there are activities for children and an audioguide has been specially designed for them. There are storytelling tours for children aged 5 and up, family tours for children aged 7 and up, as well as game tours and workshop tours for children aged 6 to 12.
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Très bien agencé et pas surchargé de monde.
Magnifique parc.
Essayez d'aller hors saison afin de profiter dans le calme sinon effectivement les salles n' étant pas trop grandes on a vite l'impression d'étouffer.
Prix raisonnable et pour les jeunes c'est gratuit !!
Les audioguide sont vraiment top pour pouvoir comprendre le sens des pièces.
Très bien accueillie par le personnel
Le seul Bémol c'est la boutique qui est vraiment très petite pour circuler quand il y a du monde c'est compliqué.