Queen's hamlet

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Presentation

A bucolic retreat nestled within the Trianon gardens, the Queen’s Hamlet is an essential part of the Estate of Marie-Antoinette. Timeless and far from the bustle of the palace, this place sparks the imagination.

In 1783, Marie-Antoinette commissioned her architect Richard Mique to build this magnificent ensemble of rustic buildings. Completed in 1786 along an artificial lake, the hamlet, though inspired by various rural architectural styles, conveys a remarkable sense of harmony.

For the queen, it was a place for receptions and leisurely strolls. This small rural village included ornamental buildings such as the mill (purely decorative), the boudoir, and the Queen’s House, as well as working farmhouses intended for agricultural activity, which also had an educational purpose.

The farm, damaged by time, was restored in 2006 and is now occupied by the Animal Welfare Foundation (*Fondation Assistance aux Animaux*).

Access to the Queen’s Hamlet is via the entrance of either of the two Trianons.

Opening day(s)

All year long 2025

Sunday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday, Wednesday, Thursday

During high season: Marie-Antoinette's Estate is open from 10:00a.m. to 6:30 p.m. (no admission after 6:00 p.m.) from Tuesday to Sunday except for certain holidays or official ceremonies.

During low season: Marie-Antoinette's Estate is open from 12:00 noon to 5:30 p.m. (no admission after 5:00 p.m.) from Tuesday to Sunday except for certain holidays or official ceremonies.

Exceptionally closed : Thursday 25 December 2025

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Tourist guides :
- Michelin guide
- Tourist guides
- Le Routard guide

General information

Visites :
- Average group visit length (minutes) 90
- Average individual visit length (minutes) 40
Type of culturel patrimony :
- Historic site and monument
Historical patrimony :
- Historic patrimony
- Farm
Visit :
- Guided tours

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Parking :
- Parking
Individual tour services :
- Guided individual tours on request
- Unguided individual tours available permanently
Group tour services :
- Guided group tours on request
- Unguided group tours available permanently
Interior facilities :
- Toilets

Accessibility

Accessibility criteria for people with reduced mobility :
- Accessible for wheelchairs with assistance

Prices

Prices	Min
01/01/2024 - 31/12/2024
Adult	12.00€
Reduced price	8.00€	-- Titulaire d?une carte de réduction pour famille nombreuses française -- Visiteurs acquittant le droit d?entrée avec des chèques Vacances -- Abonnés ou porteurs d'un billet du Musée des Beaux-Arts d'Arras -- Adhérents des sociétés d'amis des musées nationaux -- Tous les jours, dimanches inclus, groupes ayant une réservation d'accès jusqu'à 9h45 et à partir de 15h00