Private van transportation from CDG airport to Aunoy Castle

Description of Aunoy castle

The Aunoy castle, located in the town of Champeaux in the Seine-et-Marne department, is nestled in the center of a park 45 miles southeast of Paris. Known for its romantic beauty, it is a pleasant and cozy domain.

Occupying an area of 70 hectares, the Aunoy castle is surrounded by a sixteen-hectare park with greenery in the style of Watteau. This park, one of the first to be designed in English architecture, features a unique garden partly adorned with a tilt and a bathroom with an island. It contains a cave, an orangery, a vegetable garden, and an orchard. Several 18th-century structures including a cottage, an obelisk, and a tournelle are present, along with the ruins of the old castle. The castle is encircled by a swamp in the heart of the forest, leading to a courtyard comprising a well and an inner atrium. The palace of Aunoy is characterized by several rooms, such as the living hearts, the lantern room, and the dining buffets. A separate room is dedicated to meetings. Built without timber or wooden architecture to mitigate fire risks, the castle instead features “Catalan vaults” or “Saracen” and plastered arches. This structure required the construction of walls more than two meters thick.

History of the castle Aunoy

The first castle, originally built in Gothic style, was destroyed by fire around the year 1750. The current castle was erected by Jean Baptiste Chabert, a Parisian financier, on a site different from the previous one. It is also known as the beautiful “folly” of Louis XV. Since Roman times, the castle has preserved marble sculptures near a swamp. In 1837, after the death of the Marquis de La Tour du Pin-Montauban, the castle Aunoy suffered damages from the “black band,” a group of traders aiming to acquire and dismantle castles and monuments post-revolution for building materials. At that time, pieces of the Aunoy castle were stolen, but this did not lead to its destruction. Between the years 1811 and 1848, the Aunoy castle was transformed into the center of a large estate where laborers worked.

The Main Events of the Castle Aunoy

Between the years 1750 and 1760, the park bordering the Aunoy castle was developed in the English style. The history of the site was further enriched by the figures of Saint-Fare, and notably, Heloise and Abelard, the renowned lovers. The Aunoy castle has been registered as a historic monument since April 25, 1986, including its courtyard, moats, walls, gates, and park. Ahmed Ben Bella, the notable figure, was kept under house arrest in Castle Aunoy from December 7, 1961, until March 20, 1962.

Activities in the Castle Aunoy

Currently, Castle Aunoy serves as a venue where the premises, including the pheasant rooms, can be rented for organizing various events. The reception rooms offer a charming and serene environment for hosting guests. Conversely, the park is open for exploration during the summer season. Visitors can indulge in numerous activities such as strolls in the park, mountain biking, and sightseeing tours. Additionally, opportunities for horseback riding or fishing in the ponds are available to enhance the experience at Castle Aunoy.

Transportation to Castle Aunoy is facilitated by our transfer service. We offer a selection of comfortable vehicles to choose from during the booking process, including a collective shuttle, private car, or luxury VIP car, accompanied by a competent driver to ensure a smooth journey.

Transfer from Castle Aunoy to Paris Airports

Castle Aunoy is situated 57.9 km from Orly Airport, 146 km from Paris Beauvais Airport, and 69.8 km from Charles de Gaulle Airport, making it conveniently accessible from these major transportation hubs.