Chantilly is the only garden created by the gardener of Versailles that is in line with a statue, rather than with the chateau. Le Nôtre drew a great perspective that begins at the honor gate and ends at the statue of the Connétable Anne de Montmorency, extending to the other side of the Grand Canal, up to the forest.
The Grand Canal of Chantilly (1.5miles) exceeds by far that of Versailles. It is actually the Nonette, a tributary of the river Oise channeled by Le Nôtre. Of all of the Le Nôtre gardens, the gardens à la française of Chantilly feature the largest water expanse.
This parterre à la française was restored in 2009.
Information: Park wintering from December to April
To preserve the Parterre à la Française's garden statues and hydraulic network, the horsepipes and fountains are turned off and the statues are covered during Winter. The labyrinth of the Hameau is also closed to the public. We thank you in advance for your understanding.
