CHÂTEAU D'ECOUEN (ECOUEN CASTLE AND RENAISSANCE MUSEUM)

A masterpiece from the 16th century, the Ecouen Castle has conserved an important part of its original décor: painted chimney, sumptuous ornamental tiles, ceilings and friezes… The Castle also houses the rich collections of the National Renaissance Museum, featuring furniture, ceramics, tinctures, glasswork, stained glass windows, silverwork, paintings, arms and tapestry. One of the most beautiful tapestries represents The Story of David and Bathsheba.

PRACTICAL INFORMATION

How to get there? By train: At Paris Nord take the train to Persan-Beaumont / Luzarches par Monsoult Get off at Ecouen-Ezanville Then, take bus 269 to Garges-Sarcelles Get off at Château d'Ecouen or by RER D: RER D to Orry la ville Get off at Garges Sarcelles Then, take bus 269 to Hôtel de ville d'Attainville Get off at Château d'Ecouen

Castle details Musée National de la Renaissance Château d'Ecouen 95 440 Ecouen Tel : 01 34 38 38 50  Website : www.musee-renaissance.fr