Top Things to do in Maincy
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5 Sights & Landmarks in Maincy That You Shouldn't Miss
Discover the best top things to do in Maincy, France including Chateau de Vaux-le-Vicomte, Le pont de Maincy, La maison des Carmes, Eglise Saint-Etienne a Maincy, La ruelle du ru et les moulins.
1. Chateau de Vaux-le-Vicomte
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4.5 based on 4,441 reviews
Vaux le Vicomte is the creation of three men brought together by Nicolas Fouquet, Louis 14th's finance minister, the landcape architect Andre le Nôtre, the architect Louis le Vau and the painter-decorator Charles le Brun. The perfect harmony between architecture and landscape is the result of their collaborative genius. From its unveiling at the famous fête of august 17th, 1661, Vaux le Vicomte aroused the envy of the Sun King and became the model that inspired the whole of Europe, including Versailles.Vaux le Vicomte can be visited during the day or at night with 2000 candles (on Saturdays from may to beginning of october)Easy access by train or by bus from paris.
Reviewed By dbcof58 - Hastings on Hudson, United States
Breathtaking chateau SE of Paris reached by train and free bus.Finished in 1661 by architect Fouquet in Louis IV style, it blends magnificent landscaping and interior design with the classic architecture. An audible tour is available and worthwhile. Most of the chateau including the top tower and the ornately decorated rooms can be accessed. Much of chateau at Versailles was copied from here. There were not too many visitors when we went. A quaint little cafe and a tempting shop are also available.
