Grand Trianon

I went on a weekend so it was very packed. In order to enter the Château and the grand Trianon I booked the passport ticket which cost €24€. It’s best to book your tickets in advance, especially during peak times and weekends. It’s nice to visit all the locations and exhibits and in order to reach this location during the winter. It’s a good idea to take the train in which costs nine euros. this location opens at noon so you can go visit it before the Château if your time slot is later which I did.

The Grand Trianon is, quite simply, the most elegant "escape" ever conceived. While the main Palace of Versailles is a masterclass in power and public spectacle, the Grand Trianon is where the monarchy went to exhale—and it remains one of the most breathtaking examples of French Baroque architecture in existence. Here is why this "palace of flora and marble" remains an absolute crown jewel: Architectural Perfection in Pink The first thing that strikes you is the Languedoc pink marble. The way the delicate rose-colored stone catches the afternoon sun creates a warmth that the main palace lacks. Designed by Jules Hardouin-Mansart, the proportions are flawless. It manages to feel grand without being intimidating, and intimate without being small. The Peristyle: An Open-Air Masterpiece The highlight of the estate is undoubtedly the Peristyle—the magnificent open-air gallery that connects the two main wings. Standing there, you are treated to a stunning visual bridge: • To one side: The vibrant, meticulously manicured parterre gardens. • To the other: The expansive courtyard and the path leading back to the main estate. It creates a sense of "indoor-outdoor" living that was centuries ahead of its time, allowing the fragrance of the thousands of flowers to drift through the columns.

A truly elegant and serene part of the Versailles estate. Le Grand Trianon feels like a completely different world compared to the main palace—quieter, lighter, and wonderfully refined. The pink marble colonnades, the long terraces, and the perfectly aligned gardens create a beautiful and calming atmosphere. Walking through the rooms is a pleasure: everything is airy, harmonious, and designed with a sense of intimacy that contrasts with the grandeur of the main château. A bit of history & curiosities: • Le Grand Trianon was built in 1687 by Louis XIV as a private retreat away from the strict etiquette of Versailles. • It is often called the “Marble Trianon” because of its pink marble columns and decorative stonework. • Unlike the main palace, this residence was meant for peace, privacy, and smaller gatherings. • Later, Napoleon Bonaparte restored and used it, and many of the interiors today reflect his taste and period. • The architecture by Jules Hardouin-Mansart is considered one of the purest examples of French classicism—balanced, elegant, and beautifully proportioned. A wonderful place to visit if you want to enjoy the quieter, more intimate side of Versailles. Absolutely worth seeing.

Definitely suggest coming out to see the Grand Trianon. The gardens were beautiful, especially the flower garden that was blooming like crazy still in October. The interior is also very pretty and since it’s on such a much smaller scale, it’s easier to get to really look at everything.

The Grand Trianon is a smaller palace located inside the Versailles estate, to the right of Grand Canal. It was built in 1687 by architect Jules Hardouin-Mansart for King Louis XIV, who wanted a quiet place away from the main court. The building is known for its pink marble columns, elegant design, and large windows that look out onto the gardens. Inside, you can visit several restored rooms, including the Mirror Room, Louis XIV’s bedroom, the Empress’s Apartment, and Napoleon’s rooms from the early 1800s. The furniture and decorations reflect both the 17th-century royal style and the later Empire style used by Napoleon. The gardens around the palace are beautiful and peaceful, with symmetrical flowerbeds and views over the Grand Canal. It’s much less crowded than the main Château, so you can take your time walking through. It takes about 20-30 minutes to walk from the main Versailles Palace, or you can take the petit train that runs through the park. The visit usually takes 30–45 minutes.It’s a great place to learn about how French kings and later Napoleon used Versailles not only for ceremony but also for private life.

This place is so beautiful. Make sure to rent a bike if you can afford to so you can explore everything in one day. Best place to rent a bike is at the tourist office of versailles. Don't underestimate how massive this whole place is, walking from the Chateau to the Grand Trianon takes like 30 minutes if you walk it. Reserve one full day if you want to visit everything here.

IMPORTANT NOTE: AUDIO GUIDE ON APP WORKS HERE AS WELL. The pink marble goes crazy, such a pretty villa. A lot smaller than the Palace but still boasts a pretty garden. Definitely worth visiting, considering the nearby Petite Trianon as well, plus the villa has a much more homely feel compared to the main palace. It is also a lot less crowded, though the walk over can take more than half an hour.

Grand Trianon was absolutely stunning. Love the pink facade and all the marble. It is very grand and would be an attraction on its own. Don't forget to walk out the back to see the gardens and the lake. It's a lot less crowded here and you can really breathe and enjoy the scenery.

I've probably been to Versailles 10-12 times and never grow tired of it Sure there are political and historical lessons to learned ...perhaps no one listens There are aesthetic lessons which surely everyone can appreciate But mostly I marvel at the sheer skill, force, and brilliance it took to create this homage to Louis XIV the sun god I love mostly shopping the village for a 10£ Bordeaux, cheeses, pates, bread etc and taking friends and family to experience it If you have not gone take the train out C lline 35 minutes and go back250 years in time

Grand Trianon was absolutely stunning. Love the pink facade and all the marble. It is very grand and would be an attraction on its own. Don't forget to walk out the back to see the gardens and the lake. It's a lot less crowded here and you can really breathe and enjoy the scenery.

We came here to see the Grand Trianon after visiting the Petite Trianon. Admission is 20€ for adult if you get the passport to visit the Estate of Marie Antoinette and the Le Grand Trianon together. If you are here to just visit the Trianon, it is 12€ . Inside is very beautiful. Lots of history and lots to see (rooms after rooms). The garden is beautiful. It is huge with a very beautiful view. The Grand Trianon is where the emperor used to live. It is grand and luxurious. The Trianon was restored in the mid 1900s and has served many purpose. Now it is a tourist destination. The Grand Trianon, is the architecture of Jules Hardouin-Mansart. Note that the Grand Trianon closes at 6:30. We didn't want to come back to visit just one site. We made sure we hit the Palace of Versailles, The Estate of Marie Antoinette, Petite Trianon and Le Grand Trianon all in one day. So if you are hoping to do the same thing you would have to keep the time in mind. You need about an hour or two to see everything in the Grand Trianon.

It's grand. It really is. Le Grand Trianon is luxurious, opulent, magnificent, regal, and, yes, grandiose. Louis XIV wasn't a modest monarch and this retreat château on the northwest edge of the massive grounds and gardens of Château de Versailles is truly grand. It has served many purposes since Louis XIV; however, the Grand Trianon was built in 1688 as a place for intimacy for the king. It served as the primary residence of Marquise de Maintenon who was mistress and second wife of the King from 1683 until his death in 1715. IT was also home of Le Grand Dauphin from 1703-1711. Later, Queen Marie Antoinette lived next door at Le Petit Trianon and used Grand Trianon Galerie des Cotelle for entertainment. These days, Le Grand Trianon is used for receiving foreign dignitaries as an official residence of the President of France. The original furnishings were lost during the French Revolution. During Emperor Napoleon's reign, the Trianon was fully refurnished and served as home to Empress Marie-Louise. This is how tourists and visitors see Le Grand Trianon presented. Don't worry because it is still grand. It really is. * Admission included with a Versailles Passport * Trianon-only admission: 12€ or 8€ * Closed Mondays * Open Noon - 6:30 pm * It is about 2km from Versailles * Take the 8€ "Little Train" from Versailles * Or rent a bicycle, segway, or cart * Spend some time in the geometric gardens * The peristyle colonnade links the 2 wings * The pink marble chateau is iconic * Architect: Jules Hardouin-Mansart * Restored in 1963 * Photography is allowed Le Grand Trianon is worth the time and trip from the main château at Versailles because it truly is impressive, inspiring, and ... grand.

A pink marble palace? Oui, s'il vous plait! It's quite a walk from Versailles to here (although you can opt to take the tram or bike) but I would not miss it when visiting Versailles. It doesn't open until noon so it's perfect to come here after your Versailles visit. While it doesn't match the grand scale and opulence of Versailles, it is nevertheless charming and a sight to behold.

Amazing!!!! Le Grand Trianon is so incredibly beautiful . . . walking through the beautiful setting is like being transported back in time . . . le sigh . . . the apotheosis of a little piggy's dreams (^(oo)^)v c'est vraiment trop fabuleux!

I got to go back to Versailles and this time I decided to explore the gardens, the Grand Trianon, Petit Trianon and Marie Antoinette's Estate. The palace gardens alone are so huge, it took me several hours to wander through! All throughout the gardens classical music is playing, which gives it such a lovely atmosphere. And I happened to be lucky with the weather as well. Not too hot, not too cold, nice and sunny but not overly so, it was just perfect for a long stroll through the gardens. And what lavish gardens they are! From the gorgeous orangerie over a plethora of smaller gardens with fountains and statues, absolutely stunning. I could have easily spent a whole day here, the opulence and grandeur are just superb! After wandering for several hours, I finally made my way to the Grand Trianon and the adjacent gardens, which are quite large as well, but not quite as opulently extravagant as the Versailles gardens. Still, they are vast, very well maintained and beautiful.  The gardens of the Grand and Petit Trianon are connected and while the Trianon buildings are quite nice to see, the gardens are the true highlight here. Especially the Queen's Hamlet and Petit Trianon estates are just gorgeous! Beautifully maintained parks with a few pretty buildings, statues and landscaping features.  All in all I spent a full day in the gardens and estates and am absolutely stunned by the beauty and vastness of this wonderful spot!

This was a bit of an odd building in that part of it appeared to be an 18th Century country house (and a pretty big one at that) and another part of it appeared to be mid 20th Century government offices and meeting rooms. You begin by wandering through what are clearly rooms in the style of the Bourbon Dynasty, with their oppulent furniture and painted walls and ceilings, and you turn a corner, walk through a door, and suddenly come across modern officers and pictures of none other than Charles de Gualle. For the rest of the tour you wander through offices, meeting rooms, dining halls, and even delve into the cellars where there is a semi-modern kitchen. I'm not entirely sure whether this place is still being used for government meetings, though the kitchens, while clean, do seem a little old. Oh, the gardens are also worth a bit of a wander through as well, though I should mention that it is a bit of a hike from the Palace, however there is a train that does a regular loop through here.