GROUPS & SPECIAL EVENTS Château - Parc - Grandes Écuries - Hippodrome

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1 GROUPS & SPECIAL EVENTS 2016 Château - Parc - Grandes Écuries - Hippodrome

2 key information OPENING HOURS 2016 From 2 nd November 2015 to 27 th March 2016 From 28 th March 2016 to 1 st November 2016 Open 6/7, closed on Tuesday Open 7 days a week Opens at am am Closes at 5.00 pm 5.00 pm 6.00 pm 6.00 pm 6.00 pm 8.00 pm Château Great Stables Park Annual closure of the Domain: 03/01/2017 to 27/01/2017. Getting here 20 minutes from Paris Charles de Gaulle International Airport and 40 km from Paris Porte de la Chapelle. From Paris, take the A3 and / or A1 : exit Chantilly or D316 and D317. From Lille and Brussels, take the A1 : exit Senlis (GPS: Latitude Longitude ) From Paris Gare du Nord train station, direct train Paris-Chantilly in 25 min. (Information : From April to October 2016, Travel from Paris with the Cityvision Shuttle to see the magnificent Château de Chantilly, its grounds and gardens and the Great Stables; 3 times a week, do your sightseeing in Chantilly (Tuesday, Thursday & Saturday) Contacts Domaine de Chantilly International Tourism Department Fondation pour la sauvegarde et le développement du Domaine de Chantilly - 7, rue du Connétable CHANTILLY Information & booking (0) tourisme@domainedechantilly.com Special events: evenementiel@domainedechantilly.com 2

3 Henri of Orléans, Duke of Aumale The Domaine de Chantilly EDITORIAL The Domaine de Chantilly comprises over 20,000 acres of land, located in one of the largest forests in the Paris region. It is made up of the Château, the Condé museum, the grounds and gardens, and the Great Stables which house the Museum of the Horse. It is a prime example of French heritage in all its splendour and an exceptional showcase of princely grandeur in France down through the centuries. CONTENTS Key Information...p. 2 Introduction to the Domaine de Chantilly...p. 4 Visits...p. 6 Equestrian shows...p. 9 Facilities and services...p day packages...p. 11 Catering Services...p. 12 Private Events...p. 14 Accommodation and Partners...p. 18 3

4 introduction Just some of the many reasons to visit Chantilly A blend of the Palace of Versailles, The Louvre Museum & The National Library, all in one location 3 different types of gardens from the 17 th to the 19 th century, including a French style garden designed by André Le Nôtre One of the largest equestrian centres in Europe, hosting legendary races such as the Prix de Diane Longines, & Polo Centre 150 equestrian shows demonstrations per year A Gastronomic tradition with the history of French chef Vatel and the famous Chantilly whipped cream Easy access, ideal location. Less than 40 km north of Paris, on the road to Brussels & Amsterdam and less than 20 minutes drive from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport A site that is open 7 days a week during high season (end of March until the end of October), and 6 days a week throughout the rest of the year 5* luxury hotel with 92 rooms Films shot at Chantilly include: Marie Antoinette, The Longest Day, A View to a Kill - James Bond 007, Vatel and Chinese Zodiac with Jackie Chan - An exhibition on the Grand Condé (September 2016 to January 2017) - A new Equestrian Show: Metamorphosis - A new Christmas Equestrian Show - The seventh Château de Chantilly Triathlon (last weekend of August) New 4

5 Panorama of the Domaine de Chantilly P V H Pick Up POINT Drop-Off POINT C CP P P2 Pick Up POINT Drop-Off POINT 8 7 Race course To the race course To the railway station P1 To Paris P Condé Museum / Château Museum of the Horse / Great Stables Hotel Auberge du Jeu de Paume C H P V CP Restauration La Capitainerie Le Hameau La Prego Le Vertugadin Espace Central & Espace Panoramique of the race course Jeu de Paume Hall French-style Garden designed by Le Nôtre English Garden Anglo-Chinese Garden Hamlet Vaillant entrance gate Sylvie s House Sylvie s entrance gate Cabotière Racecourse P Ticket offices / Information Parking Giftshops Hotel 5

6 visits The Château 90 A patron and collector of art and manuscripts, the Duke of Aumale spent much of his life reconstructing the Château de Chantilly, which had been destroyed during the French revolution. In rebuilding it, he designed the château to house the works of art and rare books that he was so fond of acquiring. The Condé Museum 50 Since the Middle Ages, the Château was home to many of France s greatest Princes. Since the 19 th century, it houses the Condé Museum, which has the largest collection of antique paintings after the Louvre, as well as 13,000 rare books and illuminated manuscripts. The Art Galleries The Large Suites 40 Discover the Large Suites, including the famous Grande Singerie, one of the most beautiful and original rooms in France, and the Gallery of Battles with its paintings depicting the victories of the Grand Condé. Length of visit: approx. 90 minutes. Condé Museum + Large Suites (Guided tours, booking required with extra charge) The Gallery of the Battles 6

7 Grounds & Gardens The large Le Nôtre flowerbed Designed at the end of the 17th century by André Le Nôtre, the gardener of Versailles, for Louis II de Bourbon, Prince of Condé, the large French-style flowerbed in Chantilly provides the most stunning viewpoints of the visit. The Anglo-Chinese garden Draw in 1773 by the architect Jean-François Leroy for Prince Louis-Joseph de Bourbon-Condé, the Anglo- Chinese garden houses the Hamlet, made up of five small houses that are rustic in appearance. It served as the model for Marie-Antoinette s Hamlet in the Petit Trianon in Versailles. 2h The English Garden Located between the Château and the Great Stables, the English garden was designed in the 19 th century by the architect Victor Dubois. Enhanced with romantic structures such as the temple of Venus, the island of Love and the Beauvais Waterfall. Mini-train 35 (booking required with extra charge) Discover the hidden treasures of the Grounds and Gardens by mini-train (April to October). Length of the tour: approx. 35 minutes. visits The large Le Nôtre flowerbed The Hamlet 7

8 visits The Great Stables 70 A masterpiece of 18th century architecture, the Great Stables were built by the architect Jean Aubert for Louis- Henri de Bourbon, the 7th prince of Condé. The Great Stables are considered amongst the most beautiful in the world. They now host about thirty horses of different breeds. The Museum of the Horse 40 The Museum of the Horse is housed in the 15 rooms of the Cour des Remises in the Great Stables. As a museum of both art and ethnology, its aim is to allow visitors discover the importance of the relationship between men and horses since the beginning of civilisation. Visitors can contemplate almost 200 objects and works of art: paintings, prints, sculptures, manuscripts, equestrian equipment... Equestrian demonstration 30 Equestrian demonstration under the Dome of the Great Stables, where our riders will display the elements of horse and pony dressage, as well as the preparation involved in equestrian shows. Length of the presentation: 30 min At am and/or 2.30* pm Recommended length of visit: approx. 40 minutes. The Cour des Remises 8

9 Equestrian Shows 60 Metamorphosis The riders of the Great Stables will transport you to the world of metamorphosis. The metamorphosis of time, of souls, misappropriation of objects, equestrian transformations. Show at 2:30 pm, from April to November. Length: approx. 1h. Horse, Dream and Poetry The riders of the Great Stables present the best of the various shows created over the last 10 years. Christmas show Every year, the Great Stables stage their traditional Christmas show. A spellbinding and poetic tale revisited by our riders. new new Show at 2:30 pm, in July and August. Length: approx. 1h. Christmas Show from Dec. 5th 2016 to Jan. 2nd 2017 at 2:30 pm and 4:30* pm. EQUESTRIAN SHOWS Equestrian shows calendar Metamorphosis Horse, Dream and Poetry Metamorphosis April May June July August September October November Wednesday 13, 20, 27 3, 10, 17 1 Thursday 7, 14, 21, 28 5, 12, 26 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 14, 21, 28 4, 11, 18 15, 22, 29 6, 13, 20, 27 Saturday 7 16, 23, 30 6, 13 Sunday 3, 10, 17, 24 1, 8, 22, 29 5, 19, 26 10, 17, 24, 31 7, 14 11, 18, 25 2, 9, 23, 30 Equestrian Christmas Show calendar December January Monday 5, 12, 19*, 26* 2 Tuesday 20*, 27* Wednesday 7, 14, 21*, 28* Thursday 1, 8, 15, 22*, 29* Saturday 3*, 10*, 17*, 24 Sunday 4*, 11*, 18*, 25* 9

10 Facilities and services 10 Audioguides For visits of the Condé Museum and the Large Suites, audioguides are available in French, English, Spanish, Mandarin Chinese and Japanese - Booking required for groups. Information sheets These large, laminated sheets are mounted in the rooms of the Château (Condé Museum and Large Suites) providing information on the drawings, artists, period in which the portraits were completed, and the origins of the collection. Guides Free admission for external qualified guides is available at no extra cost. Our guides are available on request in French, English, German, Italian, Spanish and Dutch. Shops A wide range of souvenirs and gifts, books, jewelry, leather goods, porcelain, posters, soft toys and games are on sale in the shops located in the Château and the Great Stables. Coach Parking Drop-off points are situated near the gate of the Château or opposite the Great Stables. Reserved parking for coaches is available (cf. map on page 5). The gift shop of the Château

11 Spend a day... Enjoy all-inclusive products for a group day out at the Domaine de Chantilly: its Château is bursting with history, it boasts unique collections, magnificent gardens, a rich gastronomic heritage and the World of the Horse is displayed in the stables, which are among the largest and most impressive in the world! These set packages can be tailored to suit your needs. It is possible to privatise the equestrian show for large groups. Domaine de Chantilly Programme for the day 10 a.m. Self-guided tour of the Museum of the Horse 11 a.m. Equestrian Demonstrations p.m. Aumale Menu lunch at the La Capitainerie restaurant or another partner restaurant Optional demonstration and tasting of Chantilly whipped cream by our Chef 2 p.m. Tour of the Large Suites in the Château, including the Grande Singerie 2.45 p.m. Visit the Condé Museum at your leisure: discover the Library and the Art Galleries 3.45 p.m. Visit the Grounds and Gardens at your leisure Optional: Personal guide, audioguide, tourist train Equestrian Show Programme for the day 10 a.m. Tour of the Large Suites in the Château, including the Grande Singerie a.m. Tour of the Condé Museum: discover the Library and the Art Galleries p.m. Lunch in one of the restaurants of the domain 2.30 p.m. Enjoy the equestrian show Metamorphosis under the dome of the Great Stables 4 p.m. Tour of the Museum of the Horse & free time in the Great Stables and in the Gardens of the Château Options: Mini-train to visit the Grounds and Gardens, demonstration and tasting of Chantilly whipped cream and personal guide Open date ticketing Order your tickets for the Domaine de Chantilly in advance (minimum 20 tickets) to save money and time (no queueing). Tickets are valid for 1 year as of purchase date. - Free direct access to the domain - Tickets are valid every day (except Tuesday in the low season and when the domain is closed), during the flower show Les Journées des Plantes; the event Art & Elegance, Richard Mille - Special rates for groups and travel trade professionals - The number of free tickets increases with the size of the order - You can bring your own guide to lead the group in the Château 1-DAY PACKAGES 11

12 CATERING services Lunch At the Château La Capitainerie restaurant, beneath the vaults of the kitchens of Vatel. Open daily for lunch except Tuesdays during low season, dinner on request. Capacity for up to 120 guests in 3 interconnecting rooms (80 place settings / 25 / 15 pax). Aumale Menus Aumale 1 Salmon Medallion with Sesame Dill cream Roasted poultry supreme Tarragon juice, Macaire Potatoes Salt butter caramel Delicacy Wine (1/3), mineral water, coffee * Aumale 2 Pork terrine with green pepper Spicy whipped cream Roasted Salmon Pilaf rice, curry & coconut sauce Crunchy chocolate & raspberry Delicacy Chantilly Cream Wine (1/3), mineral water, coffee La Capitainerie restaurant The partner restaurants of the Domaine de Chantilly Le Hameau restaurant In the tranquility of the grounds, in the heart of the hamlet, enjoy regional delights and indulge yourself in the birthplace of Chantilly whipped cream. Open from the end of March to the beginning of November. L Auberge du Vertugadin Near the Great Stables. Seating: 100 guests. La Prego Italian restaurant Located in the main street of Chantilly. Capacity for 150 guests. Seating: 100 guests. 12

13 Complete your lunch Chantilly whipped cream demonstration Invented during the Age of Enlightenment at Le Hameau, Chantilly whipped cream was served during the magnificent receptions held in the Domaine de Chantilly. At the end of your meal, our head chef will prepare the famous Chantilly whipped cream in front of your guests. The Chantilly whipped cream will then be served at each table. Length: approx. 15 minutes when serving the dessert. Available for an extra charge exclusively with snack or meal services. Snacks Cheese Snack A selection of 4 traditional French cheeses served with salad and fresh bread, and accompanied by a specially selected glass of wine. Tea Time Tea (or another hot drink - coffee, hot chocolate) or Soft drink (fruit juice, Coca-Cola, Perrier, mineral water) Large groups The Domaine de Chantilly offers a number of special features for welcoming your large groups. In 2015, we catered for groups of over 100,000 people. Enjoy areas dedicated to groups and preferential rates. (cf. capacity p ) catering services Chantilly whipped cream demonstration by our cook Gourmet plate All our desserts are served with homemade Chantilly whipped cream The Great Nave 13

14 PRIVATE EVENTS Private tours 4 unique areas for an exceptional destination: the Château and the Grounds, The Great Stables, and the Racecourse. Less than an hour from Paris and just 20 minutes from Paris Charles de Gaulle airport, the Domaine de Chantilly welcomes organisers of private and professional events, providing them with a prestigious setting filled with history, art and nature. Private guided evening tours of the Château Follow your guide on a tour of one hour and 30 minutes to discover the Château that became the home of the Condé Museum and its prestigious collection of paintings (Raphael, Watteau, Poussin, Delacroix, etc.), drawings, illuminated manuscripts and priceless antique books. You will also visit the Large Suites, the library and the Grande Singerie that was recently restored. Private evening tours of the Great Stables Discover the world of the horse in the heart of an exceptional building renowned for its architecture, dating from the 18 th century and built in honour of this majestic animal. Guided tour of the Museum of the Horse (1 hour maximum) followed by a dressage presentation (2 riders). Options: - Hunting horn reception on arrival - Complementary glass of Champagne Private equestrian shows Enjoy the magic of an equestrian show that will immortalise your event; a moment of sheer entertainment set against a musical background, during which horses and riders offer a thrilling experience. 20 to 40 minutes of equestrian dancing, emotion and joy. The Art Galleries Equestrian Show The Stag Gallery 14

15 Gala dinners, cocktail parties & other events Depending on your requirements, you can privatise one or more spaces within the Château to host an unforgettable event. Venues in the Château - The Stag Gallery : the Duke of Aumale s vast reception room. Capacity Standing: 100 Seated meal: 50 - The Gallery of Painting : the largest room in the château, designed by the Duke of Aumale to enchant his guests by the wealth of works exhibited in the typical layout of the period. The Gallery of Painting is the heart of the Condé Museum. Almost 85 paintings are exhibited in the gallery. Capacity Standing: 200 Seated meal: 160 The Stag Gallery The Gallery of Painting PRIVATE EVENTS - The Tribune : dedicated to the masterpieces of the collection, this room was named in a reference to the Galleria degli Uffizi in Florence. Capacity Standing: 50 Seated meal: 40 - The Gallery of Battles : in the large suites of the Condé Princes, relive the pomp and ceremony of the eighteenth century in this refined setting. Capacity Standing: 150 Seated meal: 100 The Tribune The Gallery of the Battles 15

16 PRIVATE EVENTS Venues in the grounds of the Château Sylvie s House Charming restored house from the seventeenth century with its French-style garden, ideal for your seminars and exclusive evenings. Capacity Standing: 250 Seated meal: 150 The Jeu de Paume The perfect venue for your conferences, the Jeu de Paume, with its exceptional capacity, is located near the Auberge du Jeu de Paume hotel and has been beautifully maintained. It boasts a remarkable collection of paintings. (Restored in 2012) Capacity Standing: 350 Seated meal: 250 Venues in the Great Stables - The Great Nave: relive the parties that were hosted during the eighteenth century by the Condé Princes in the nave where royalty was received. Capacity Standing: 500 Seated meal: The Dome: recently restored, the Dome and its 640 seats can accommodate your assemblies and conferences. Capacity Standing: 200 Seated meal: 50 Options: - Hunting horn reception on arrival - Complementary glass of Champagne Venues in the race course building - The Espace Central: take advantage of a modern space that offers many possibilities and comprises 6,500 sq. feet. Capacity Standing: 450 Seated meal: The Espace Panoramique: experience an exceptional evening with a breathtaking view of the Domaine de Chantilly. Capacity Standing: 300 Seated meal: The Salle des Balances: a very modern room that offers an elegant and functional space for all types of events. Capacity Standing: 250 Seated meal: 200 Sylvie s House The Great Nave The Espace Central 16

17 Catering, options & entertainment Catering Partners Read more about our key partners on our web site: Original entertainment & theme nights - Helicopter(s) landing in the grounds - Horse drawn carriage tours in the grounds - Hunting horn reception on arrival - Duo or Trio of musicians - The feasts of Vatel evenings (costumed actors) - Fireworks in the grounds - Treasure hunts - Dragon boat competitions - And other requests Weddings & family events Capture your special day with wedding photos in the restored English style romantic garden with its Temple of Venus, the French gardens designed by André Le Nôtre and the Hamlet. Take a leisurely tour in the grounds of the Château in a horse-drawn carriage - On request - PRIVATE EVENTS The island of Love 17

18 Accomodation & partners The Auberge du Jeu de Paume Chantilly, Relais & Châteaux located in exceptional surroundings, is a unique destination for a peaceful getaway richly steeped in French history. The hotel is located a stone s throw from the Château de Chantilly. The Auberge du Jeu de Paume Chantilly, Relais & Châteaux, features 67 guestrooms and 25 suites offering a perfect alliance of luxury and refinement. Its gourmet restaurant, La Table du Connétable, led by the 2* Michelin star executive chef Arnaud Faye, serves approachable, entertaining and exquisite cuisine, while more relaxed dining is available in the Jardin d Hiver. The Valmont Spa with its swimming pool and its colorful mosaic is truly enchanting and offers beauty treatments that include those inspired by the history of Chantilly. Six elegant meeting rooms are equipped with the latest technology A team of dedicated event organizers with five star experience offer exceptional service alongside chef Arnaud Faye bespoke seasonal menus and unique event ideas, allowing guests to focus on the business at hand. The Auberge du Jeu de Paume Chantilly is a perfect combination of the finest in traditional French hospitality and the region s best selection of recreational activities. Rates as from195 pp. Contact: Nicole Wilms-Kauffmann - Director of Sales & Marketing +33 (0) Nicole.wilms@aubergedujeudepaume.fr La Table du Connétable The Valmont Spa The Junior Suite The Patio 18

19 Auberge du Jeu de Paume Chantilly 67 rooms and 25 suites Contact: Dolce Chantilly Hotel 200 rooms Contact: Château Hôtel Montvillargenne 120 rooms Contact: Isabelle Liminana Tiara Château Hôtel Montroyal Chantilly 108 rooms tiara-hotels.com Contact: Corine Couedel Asterix Theme Park Located 20 minutes away from the Domaine de Chantilly Contact: Ertim Architectes Dolce Chantilly Hôtel Château Hôtel Montvillargenne - B. Cohen Tiara Château Hôtel Montroyal Chantilly Novotel Château de Maffliers 99 rooms Contact: H0383@accor.com Château de la Tour 41 rooms Contact: reception@lechateaudelatour.fr Best Western Hôtel Du Parc Chantilly 57 rooms Contact: bwhotelduparc@wanadoo.fr Hôtel des Trois Hiboux 100 rooms Contact: cecile.soetens@parcasterix.com Regional convention and tourism board Novotel Château de Maffliers Château de la Tour Best Western Hotel Du Parc Hôtel des Trois Hiboux Ruying WANG Lucie ROUSSEAU Marketing Manager China Business Manager India 3, rue Vincent Auriol / CS AMIENS Cedex 1 ruying.wang@ lucie.rousseau@ picardietourisme.com picardietourisme.com 19Accomodation & partners

20 Domaine de Chantilly 7, rue du Connétable Chantilly - France Information & booking: tourisme@domainedechantilly.com or +33 (0) Special events: evenementiel@domainedechantilly.com Non-contractual Photos - AKTC / G. Friedli, Auberge du Jeu de Paume, J.-L. Aubert, D. Bedoin, J. Bukajlo, J. Caron, B. Cohen, C. Desmetz, J. Houyvet, La Capitainerie, Minireyve, M. Minulina, G. Otte, R&B Presse, RMN / R.-G. Ojéda, M. Savart, Sofiacome - Conception: M. Savart Maquettiste Graphiste