The Grand Trianon is a palace in the grounds of Versailles, in the Yvelines department of France. Built by Louis XIV as a smaller retreat from the formality of court life, it is also known as the Trianon de Marbre, a name that refers to its pink marble façades.
The palace and its architecture
Set apart from the great Château de Versailles, the Grand Trianon has a more intimate scale. Its neoclassical architecture, with its pink marble and calm, orderly lines, gives it a different character from the grand palace nearby. Visitors who have spent time in the main château often find the change of pace welcome.
The gardens
The palace is surrounded by gardens that are among the most pleasant to walk in the Versailles estate. They offer a quieter route than the crowded central avenues, and suit a slower, more relaxed visit.
Planning a visit
- Location: 78000 Versailles, France, in the Yvelines.
- Contact: +33 1 30 83 78 00.
- Best suited to visitors who want to see the palace and gardens at a relaxed pace.
- Combine it with a visit to the main Château de Versailles, which lies nearby on the same estate.
For anyone spending a day at Versailles, the Grand Trianon offers a contrast to the château: a smaller building, a pink palace, and gardens for an unhurried walk.
