Programme of special events at Vaux-le-Vicomte
All year, the Château de Vaux-le-Vicomte plunges visitors into the heart of the 17th century.
Every year in summer, the Château de Vaux-le-Vicomte, which was one of the sources of inspiration for the Palace of Versailles, plunges visitors into the heart of the 17th century to relive, the splendour and pomp of this outstanding stately home, for a few hours.
Fountains
Every Saturday during the Candle-light evening until sunset, from July 4 to October 3, 2020 - Additional session on July 13, 2020 - Duration: 1:30
First garden in the French style, created by the famous landscape architect André Le Nôtre, the garden at Vaux-le-Vicomte is punctuated with ornamental ponds and fountains that play for 1h30 in summer creating a magical and refreshing scene.
Candle-light evenings
Every Saturday from July 4 to October 3, 2020 - Additional session on July 13, 2020 - From 7pm.
At nightfall, the chateau and garden are illuminated with more than 2,000 candles. Visitors enjoy classical music and discover the elegant atmosphere of the famous celebrations organized by Nicolas Fouquet on 17 August 1661 in honour of King Louis XIV. The evening finishes with a fireworks display!
Rate : €19.90 - Reduced rate: €17.90 - Child (6 to 17 years old): €14 - Free for children under 6s
‘Grand Siècle’ day
Next edition in 2021
Visitors are invited to discover a day of entertainment in the gardens of the 17th century chateau. On the programme: picnic and elegance competition, fencing, music, etc…
