Château & forest, southeast of Paris
Fontainebleau transfer
The château closes on Tuesdays, the one day of the week to work around. A Mercedes covers the 55-60 km from Paris in about an hour and drops you right at the ticket entrance, with the Fontainebleau forest a short walk away if the day runs long.
- Distance
- ~55-60 km
- Estimated time
- ~60 min
- Prices from
- 125 €
Why it works
The details that make this ride different.
Timed around opening hours
Closing days and last-entry times get checked before you book, not discovered at the gate.
Dropped at the entrance
No car park to cross - you step out right where the ticket line starts.
Wait, or come back later
Keep the driver on site for a half-day visit, or book a separate return time - your call.
One number, start to finish
Distance and duration are already priced in, so the figure you see now is the one you pay.
Our fleet
No "similar vehicle" clause - the car in the photo is the one that shows up.
Mercedes sedan
1 to 3 passengers, 3 bags
Mercedes 7-seat van
4 to 7 passengers, 7 bags
Pricing
What Château & forest, southeast of Paris costs
| Vehicle | Passengers | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Sedan | 1-3 | 125 € |
| 7-seat van | 4-7 | 135 € |
per vehicle
Bordering suburbs run about +20 €. For anywhere further out, a quick WhatsApp message or email gets you a number.
Tolls, parking and a personal welcome are already folded into the price shown - nothing added at the last minute.
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How it works at Château & forest, southeast of Paris
Closed only on Tuesdays, the château fills a good part of a day with the forest as an option. Your driver drops you at the entrance and can either wait or come back at an agreed time for Vaux-le-Vicomte or the return trip.
Other popular routes
Frequently asked questions
Is Fontainebleau open on Tuesdays?
No - Tuesday is the one weekday the château is closed (plus Jan 1, May 1, Dec 25).
How long is the drive from Paris?
About an hour each way by car in normal traffic (55-60 km southeast of Paris). Allow more at rush hour.
Can I combine this with another château?
Many visitors pair Fontainebleau with a full-day disposal booking to also visit nearby Vaux-le-Vicomte - ask about our hourly disposal service.
What are the château opening hours?
9:30 AM-6:00 PM Apr-Sep (last entry 5:15 PM), 9:30 AM-5:00 PM Oct-Mar (last entry 4:15 PM).