Who built the château de Groussay?

The current main building was constructed from 1815-1825 for the Duchess of Charost, and Charles de Beistegui thoroughly transformed it after 1938 with architect Emilio Terry.

What can be seen in the château de Groussay's park?

About a dozen twentieth-century follies inspired by eighteenth-century Anglo-Chinese gardens, including a Chinese pagoda, a pyramid and a temple of love.

Is the château de Groussay a listed historic monument?

Yes, the château, its interior decors, park and follies have been listed as historic monuments since a 1993 order.

Can the inside of the château de Groussay be visited?

Available facts indicate opening on two days with set hours, without further detail on the exact conditions of the interior visit.

Château de Groussay

Groussay Castle

Montfort-l'Amaury

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Château de Groussay stands in Montfort-l'Amaury (Yvelines), in the Île-de-France region of France. The building is listed as a historic monument (dating recorded in the Mérimée database: first half of the 19th century, second quarter of the 20th century, third quarter of the 20th century). Its opening hours and prices have not been verified at the source yet.

At Montfort-l'Amaury, the château de Groussay owes its character to two distinct periods: a Restoration-era residence built for the Duchess of Charost, then a wholesale reinvention after 1938 led by Charles de Beistegui with architect Emilio Terry. The estate is notable for its park scattered with follies, a Tartar tent, a Chinese pagoda, a pyramid, a temple of love and an observatory column, all raised between 1950 and 1970. Inside, a 250-seat theatre and several salons reflect their patron's taste for historicist decor and trompe-l'oeil effects.

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What to know

The château and its park have been listed as historic monuments since 1993, including the interior decors and follies.
Public opening is limited to two days with set hours, so checking the calendar beforehand is advisable.
The visit combines a furnished interior with a 30-hectare park scattered with follies, meaning some walking outdoors.
As the park is extensive, comfortable footwear is recommended for moving between the various follies.

Practical information

Opening hours

Saturday	11:00-19:00
Sunday	11:00-19:00

from April 2 (2016): samedis et dimanches 11h00-19h00

Visit duration: Not verified
Wheelchair access: Not verified
Dogs: Not verified
Parking: Not verified

Where this château is

Montfort-l'Amaury · Yvelines · Île-de-France

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78490 Montfort-l'Amaury

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Heritage status: Listed historic monument (classé); Mérimée record PA00087795
Period of construction: first half of the 19th century, second quarter of the 20th century, third quarter of the 20th century

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Who built the château de Groussay?: The current main building was constructed from 1815-1825 for the Duchess of Charost, and Charles de Beistegui thoroughly transformed it after 1938 with architect Emilio Terry.
What can be seen in the château de Groussay's park?: About a dozen twentieth-century follies inspired by eighteenth-century Anglo-Chinese gardens, including a Chinese pagoda, a pyramid and a temple of love.
Is the château de Groussay a listed historic monument?: Yes, the château, its interior decors, park and follies have been listed as historic monuments since a 1993 order.
Can the inside of the château de Groussay be visited?: Available facts indicate opening on two days with set hours, without further detail on the exact conditions of the interior visit.