Step Into a Fairytale: France’s Dreamiest Gardens and Estates

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2Château de Chantilly – Art, Lakes, and Enchanted Forests

Surrounded by serene lakes and lush forest, Château de Chantilly feels like a fairytale refuge. Designed by Le Nôtre, its formal gardens feature sweeping alleys, ornamental lakes, and romantic bridges. The Anglo-Chinese garden adds charming follies and intimate pathways, while the English-style park introduces naturalistic beauty.

Inside, the château houses the Musée Condé, one of France’s most impressive art collections. With horses grazing nearby and swans gliding across ponds, Chantilly offers a pastoral dream straight out of a storybook.