1Château de Courances, Île-de-France

Just an hour from Paris lies a graceful estate known mostly to garden enthusiasts. Château de Courances boasts one of France’s finest water gardens, featuring mirror-like ponds, canals, and towering trees arranged in harmonious symmetry.

The 17th-century château itself exudes understated elegance, complemented by Japanese-inspired garden areas added in the 20th century. Courances remains private and feels wonderfully exclusive, offering tranquility close to the capital.

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