The Fontainebleau palace, lavishly built and furnished in Renaissance period style was used as a hunting residence by the French Kings. Situated in the heart of one of Frances most beautiful forests, Fontainebleau was the favorite residence of the French Kings and emperors from François I to Napoléon III. Napoléon Bonaparte named Fontainebleau "La demeure des siècles" (the residence of centuries) in reference to the large variety of architectural and decoration styles in the palace. This tour also includes a brief drive through the Barbizon village located just outside Fontainebleau and a popular meeting point for painters and writers in the XIX century.
Ideal opportunity for exploring the Ile de France region in greater details in terms of countryside, forests, provincial villages (eg.Barbizon) and castles used as Royal hunting residences.
On the way to Fontainebleau, pass by Barbizon then visit Fontainebleau castle with your guide and have free time for a walk into the gardens surrounding the castle.