In this history-steeped area near the Château, the Notre-Dame market, and the Lambinet Museum, a unique walk awaits antique lovers and professionals alike.
In the heart of Versailles, 50 antique dealers welcome you into their shops.
Whether you’re
...In this history-steeped area near the Château, the Notre-Dame market, and the Lambinet Museum, a unique walk awaits antique lovers and professionals alike.
In the heart of Versailles, 50 antique dealers welcome you into their shops.
Whether you’re passionate about soulful objects, jewelry or silverware, antique furniture or Art Deco, classical, modern or contemporary paintings…
Whether you collect weapons, rare books, engravings, ceramics, vintage toys or even archaeological remnants,
Or whether you’re simply curious and like to browse, you’re sure to find something to stir your imagination and perhaps even fulfill one of your wildest dreams.
Let yourself be drawn into the alleys and courtyards that link four unique spaces :
Le Bailliage (The Bailiwick)
This splendid 18th-century building, constructed in 1724 by Tavenot, a disciple of Mansart, was Versailles’ first court and prison.
Today, it houses antique dealers and galleries that exhibit furniture, modern paintings, and art objects in a setting full of charm.
Le Village
Let yourself be charmed by Le Village, former dependencies of the Hôtel de Picardie (Picardy Hotel)
Small houses arranged in a horseshoe around a well welcome wandering visitors.
A picturesque staircase leads to more exhibitors… or even, if you wish, straight to Rue de la Pourvoierie and the Notre-Dame market.
Le Passage
Located in the former prison courtyard of La Geôle, this passage is full of history: Samson, the executioner who beheaded Louis XVI, worked here; Madame Du Barry, the famed favorite of Louis XV, was imprisoned here during the Revolution.
Today, jewelry, ceramics, elegant furniture, and collectible items on display in Le Passage captivate all who pass through.
Le Carré
Formerly the Bailliage stables, these were transformed in the 19th century into cellars to store wines and spirits from the Notre-Dame market, hence their original name: Cour de l’Étape aux Vins.
Now, they host antique galleries and artisan workshops showcasing the richness of centuries-old craftsmanship and lifestyle.
