Grandes écuries, Versailles

Name: Grandes écuries
Address: The Gardens of Versailles, Versailles, 78000, France
Telephone: +33 1 39 02 07 14

#54 among attractions in Versailles

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Facts and practical information

The Grande Écurie is a building located in Versailles, on the Place d'Armes, in front of the castle, between the avenues of Saint-Cloud and Paris. It was built under the direction of the architect Jules Hardouin-Mansart and completed in 1682.

Equipped with a riding school, it housed the king's hunting and war horses.

Alternative names: Coordinates: 48°48'14"N, 2°7'41"E

Address

The Gardens of VersaillesNotre-Dame (Notre-Dame-Sud)Versailles 78000 France

Contact

+33 1 39 02 07 14

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Grandes écuries – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Palace of Versailles, Hall of Mirrors, Petit appartement de la reine, Versailles Orangerie.

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Museum
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Grandes écuries open?

Grandes écuries is open:

Monday closed
Tuesday 12:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Wednesday 12:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Thursday 12:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Friday 12:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Saturday 12:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Sunday 10 am - 5:30 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Grandes écuries?

Nearby attractions include Louis XIV, Versailles (3 min walk), Lazare Hoche, Versailles (4 min walk), Cour des Senteurs, Versailles (7 min walk), Tennis Court Oath, Versailles (7 min walk).

How to get to Grandes écuries by public transport?

The nearest stations to Grandes écuries:

Bus

Versailles Château • Lines: 1 (2 min walk)
Château de Versailles • Lines: 1, 171 (2 min walk)

Train

Versailles-Château-Rive-Gauche (7 min walk)
Versailles-Rive-Droite (14 min walk)