((Last Update: 26.01.2025) In this article, I will talk about a special place that will be meaningful to many of you, near Paris. Castle of Monte CristoI want to tell you about. There are many magnificent castles to visit around Paris, but I would like to introduce small, very close to Paris and equally meaningful places like Monte Cristo Castle. This place may not be as magnificent as the French castles we know, but I think it can be meaningful for everyone in terms of its spiritual value.

just outside paris Saint-Germain-en-Laye on the sides Le Pont MarlyThis castle located in the famous Home of French writer Alexandre Dumas. Don't pay attention to the fact that it is called a castle, it is in Istanbul. Linden Paviliona bit of well done But in terms of architectural style, such houses built in France for a while are called chateaus.

Why should you go here? First of all, I must say that I cannot claim that it is a must-see place for those who come to Paris for the first time, but if you have been to Paris several times and want to see different places, Monte Cristo Castle will be a place that will interest you. Of course Alexandre Dumas If it means anything to you, “Earl of Monte Cristo","Üç Silahsörler"Or"Man in the Iron MaskIf the novels left a deep impression on you, then I am sure that you will enjoy visiting this museum. Especially 15 Days in Paris If you are going to visit here, it would be beneficial to add this place to your "must-see places" list.

House of Alexandre Dumas - Castle of Monte Cristo - Chateau de Monte Cristo Pariste.Net

Of course, it is easiest to come to Monte Cristo Castle with your own vehicle, which is what we did. When you enter the address into the navigation, you reach the main door, but the entrance of the museum is not there, it is right at the back...

There are two more easy ways to get here by public transport. The first one is from Paris RER-AGet on and get off at the last station in Saint Germain en Laye, from there Marly the King number 10 heading towards the bus ride or walk a bit. Another option is Saint Lazare Train StationDeparting from and heading towards Saint Nom le Bretèche to the commuter train Get on, get off at Marly le Roi station and take bus number 10 towards Saint Germain en Laye.

The museum has a strange entrance. a shed like a container. There is also the opportunity for guided tours during certain periods. There were also theatrical excursions colored with various mise-en-scènes, but we did not come across them. If you wish, you can learn the current prices, dates of special sightseeing tours, fees and other information from the museum's own website at the end of the article.

House of Alexandre Dumas - Castle of Monte Cristo - Chateau de Monte Cristo Pariste.Net

At the height of his writing, Alexandre Dumas Away from the crazy crowd of the city, He decided to live somewhere near Paris, where he could comfortably write his books, and was impressed by the view of this region, and chose this region as his residence. Its construction started in 1844 completed in 1847 bu glass mansion He named it Château de Monte Cristo, meaning Monte Cristo Castle, after the famous character in his novel.

The house (I can hardly call it a castle), located in a sloping, large garden, I'm sure it looks much more beautiful in spring and summer, but since we went on a winter day, it didn't seem that ostentatious to me :) Still, it was enjoyable to walk in the garden - even though it was small. When you enter this house, which looks like a pleasant hunting lodge in the middle of a lush garden, you immediately feel the French atmosphere. There is a dining hall right in front of you, but you are expected to start your tour from the room on the left, then wander through the rooms, finish the lower floor in five minutes and go up the stairs. The house is tiny anyway, and the attic is not open to visitors. So, if you are not going to examine it in detail, your tour will be over in 10 minutes, but as I said, if Alexandre Dumas and his works are important to you, you will inevitably examine it from corner to corner.

What impressed me most here was the novel "Le Compte de Monte Cristo", which I read as a child, among the examples written in world languages, displayed in a showcase. Golden BooksPublished from “Earl of Monte Cristo” It was to see the Turkish edition. At that moment, I realized that we had read the author's huge novel as a simplified and condensed book, even as a children's book. However, this was a novel in itself.

Unfortunately Taking photos inside is prohibited; I looked around a lot to see if I could secretly take photos for you, but it was a very small place and there were cameras everywhere, I didn't want to spoil my beautiful day. Luckily, I found the YouTube video above, posted on the museum's own page. By watching this video, you can get an idea of ​​what the inside and outside of the museum looks like.

One of the most interesting parts of the castle/house is the living room on the upper floor, which is decorated with influences from Moroccan architecture. Even though I personally do not like this decoration, it may be interesting for some. Also, Alexandre Dumas' fondness for the kitchen, even He even wrote a culinary dictionary I learned that it was while visiting this museum.

There is another small house at the top, in the garden of the museum. This is actually the office that the author had built so that he could write his articles more comfortably. This house takes its name from the prison-castle in the novel The Count of Monte Cristo, where Edmond Dantes, the hero of the novel, was imprisoned on the Isle of If in Marseille. Chateau d'If Yani Castle of IfIt takes from . As I write these lines, I remember thinking "oh, what is that island across the street?" from my trip to Marseille. The moment comes when I ask... And such a in the work office I imagine how enjoyable it would be to write. Life is not fair :)

In French literary history two Alexandre Dumas I mentioned it in my previous articles. The owner of this house is the author of famous novels such as The Count of Monte Cristo, The Three Musketeers, The Man in the Iron Mask. Alexandre Dumas Pere, so the Father is named Alexandre Dumas, and the author of the famous Woman with Camellias is Alexandre Dumas Fils so the Son is referred to as Alexandre Dumas. Father: Alexandre Dumas PantheonSon Alexandre Dumas lying in bed Montmartre CemeterySleeps the sleep of eternity in...

Monte Cristo Castle is open during some periods of the year and closed during other periods of the year, and the calendar is quite complicated. Therefore, it would be better to obtain the museum's open days, current prices and other information from the official websites at the end of the article.

In conclusion, I think this will be an interesting stop on your trip to Paris. After visiting Monte Cristo Castle, we suggest you go to Saint Germain en Laye and visit that area, especially Saint Germain en Laye Castle – National Archaeological Museum and right next to it Saint Germain's Laye ParkI recommend you to see also. Also Grand Lac des Ibiswith its magnificent hiking trails and dreamy houses, including Le Vésinet – Le Pecq But there is no escape there either. Another castle nearby Malmaison Castle – Château de Malmaison and right next to it Bois Préau Park Also one of the places to see.

Pleasant trips, pleasant discoveries…

 

 

 

Web address: chateau-monte-cristo.com/main/en/

Address: Square des Ormes, 78560 Le Port-Marly

Address for GPS: Sq. de Monte Cristo, 78560 Le Port-Marly

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  1. What a great feeling it is to see the places where the people whose books you read live.

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