Location: Melun
Top Things to do in Melun
- 1. Musee de la Gendarmerie Nationale
- 2. Chateau de Vaux-le-Vicomte
- 3. Zoo du Bois d'Attilly
- 4. La Patinoire
- 5. musee aeronautique et spatial SAFRAN
- 6. Chateau de Blandy-les-Tours
- 7. Fontainebleau Forest (Foret de Fontainebleau)
- 8. Koezio
- 9. Barbizon School Museum (Musee de l'Ecole de Barbizon)
- 10. O de Sermaize
Top 10 Things to do in Melun, France
Melun in France, from Europe region, is best know for Military Museums. Discover best things to do in Melun with beautiful photos and great reviews from traveller around the world here!
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1. Musee de la Gendarmerie Nationale
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 111 reviews
Reviewed By MZTParis - Paris
Forty-five km from Paris is the newly-renovated Gendarmerie Museum (Musee de la Gendarmerie Nationale). The museum reopened in October this year (2015).
You reach Melun by taking the RER B2 train from Chatelet-Les-Halles or from Gare de Lyon. It will take you 1 hr if you are on a train that stops at each station along the way, or 30 minutes if you are on a non-stop Paris/Melun or Melun/Paris train. At peak travelling hours the trains can be very full.
At Melun station you take Bus D to the museum. The stop is Ecole de gendarmerie. You can also take Bus F and the stop will be Gendarmerie Briand.
It admittance fee is 7 euros and 5 euros for those over 65.
The museum focuses on the history of France's Gendarmerie rather than on crime fighting. (The Gendarmerie falls under the Ministry of Defence, whereas the police fall under the Ministry of the Interior.) And no 'gendarme' is not French for policeman.
The Gendarmerie payed a large role in French colonies (Africa and IndoChina) and so too in the two World Wars and you will therefore see the various uniforms, weapons and vehicles.
Unfortunately, there is rather little about crime fighting.
This is certainly an attraction for those interested in military matters, but it is not an attraction for children.
There is a souvenir shop where everything is quite expensive.
There is no tea room or restaurant.
The toilet facilities are excellent.
2. Chateau de Vaux-le-Vicomte
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 3 reviews
Vaux le Vicomte is the creation of three men brought together by Nicolas Fouquet, Louis 14th's finance minister, the landcape architect Andre le Nôtre, the architect Louis le Vau and the painter-decorator Charles le Brun. The perfect harmony between architecture and landscape is the result of their collaborative genius. From its unveiling at the famous fête of august 17th, 1661, Vaux le Vicomte aroused the envy of the Sun King and became the model that inspired the whole of Europe, including Versailles.Vaux le Vicomte can be visited during the day or at night with 2000 candles (on Saturdays from may to beginning of october)Easy access by train or by bus from paris.
Reviewed By jrknyc - nyc
The same architect and artisans that constructed Versailles built this 17th c. masterpiece for Nicholas Fouquet, a former Superintendent of Finances to Louis XIV. Supposedly, Fouquet was jailed for life and the property seized when the King
attended a lavish event there and was angered at the sumptuous living arrangements of his minister. Decorated for the holidays like a winter wonderland, it is a must see for visitors of all ages. View chateau apartments, carriage house and Gardens. Open Weekends only in Dec. Train via Gare d’Est towards Provins. Exit at Verneuil l’Etang station and take shuttle bus direct to and from Chateau. Less than 1 hour from Paris. Dining and gift shops on premises. Carriage rides. A very special place.
3. Zoo du Bois d'Attilly
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 106 reviews
Reviewed By Aurélie L
En plein bois, on trouve une diversité d'animaux. Nous sommes venus dès louverturz, on a entendu les animaux se réveiller et s'agiter.
L'après midi, de petites animations repas sont proposées.
Un très agréable zoo qui permet de voir des animaux peu courant.
Attention, boueux en période de pluie !
4. La Patinoire
Overall Ratings
4 based on 25 reviews
"In an original and warm setting, the Cartonnerie skating rink offers you a double track, fun and sport for beginners and experienced, this track known as" playful "of 300m2, allows children and beginners to evolve on A handrail and a circular bench line this track, which allows a smooth learning. Discover our atmospheric bar near an authentic fireplace. Light shows and a DJ animate our themed evenings regularly organized. A friendly place to make you spend, in the good mood, good moments of sliding and relaxation with family or friends. Open all year, free parking. "
Reviewed By Caroline D - Veneux-les-Sablons, France
Nous y sommes allés dimanche après midi à l’ouverture. Très grand parking agréable et gratuit. Personnels agréables et accompagnants. Petit discours d’entrée rapide sur la sécurité et quelques conseils pour une meilleure glisse.
Possibilité de louer des aides à la glisse ou les enfants (et adultes !) peuvent s’assoir ou pousser pour plus de stabilité.
La patinoire débutant distinct de la patinoire principale est très agréable pour se sentir en sécurité (prêt de casques en excellent état ).
30€ a trois avec un phoque pour notre enfant.
Nous y retournerons avec notre fils de 4 ans avec plaisir .
5. musee aeronautique et spatial SAFRAN
Overall Ratings
5 based on 42 reviews
Reviewed By Paul S - Brussels, Belgium
Nice museum with an amazing collection of French aviation engines, from the early beginnings up to the space age. Also houses a nice collection of old motorbikes. Not open every day, difficult to reach by public transport but free entrance and certainly worth a visit. Check the website for location and opening hours.
6. Chateau de Blandy-les-Tours
Overall Ratings
4 based on 198 reviews
Restored by the Conseil général de Seine-et-Marne, this castle, rare example of medieval military architecture in Île-de-France, strikes up a permanent dialogue between patrimony and contemporary artistic creation.
Reviewed By William P - Phoenix, Arizona, USA
This castle left something to be desired - the main attraction was the parapet walk around the walls of the castle. Views of the area from the walkway were very lovely.
7. Fontainebleau Forest (Foret de Fontainebleau)
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 530 reviews
This 49,000-acre forest is one of the biggest in France.
Reviewed By Lianne S - Sheffield, United Kingdom
There is an exceptional amount of bouldering to be done in this Forrest. We spent a solid 4 days climbing and have barely scratched the surface!
Lots of great shaded areas for lunch and the paths/circuits are all reasonably self explanatory. The problems are tough and my confidence took a bit of a knock but overall I absolutely loved it!
Will absolutely be returning.
Would recommend staying at Bois-Le-Roi at a lovely place called the "tiny house". The gite is perfect for 2-4 people and mats can be hired from the great host. (Can be found on AirBnB)
8. Koezio
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 584 reviews
DISCOVER A NEW WAY OF ACTING YOUR LEISURE NEAR PARIS : THE KOEZIO Mission Koezio is a thrilling team adventure game full of excitement, to experience with friends, as a family, school trip or company. In a 100% themed environment, you must cross 5 worlds, overcoming action and mental challenges in order to find the clues and resolve the final enigma…Koezio combines real and virtual, physical involvement and knowledge and participate in the development of essential human values: Team spirit, support, confidence and self-transcendence.
Reviewed By Marine G
I went there for my birthday with a group of friend and...what an experience! I am a big fan of escape rooms and this was a very fun alternative. I enjoyed that it required a bit of physical exercise and that big groups of friends...MoreDear Agent Marine, Thanks a lot for your Mission's review ! We're very glad you had a blast during your time spent in our Special Agent Center. See you soon for your next Mission ! Mégane, Community Agent Koezio
9. Barbizon School Museum (Musee de l'Ecole de Barbizon)
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 147 reviews
Reviewed By David B L - Los Angeles, California
Located in picturesque little Barbizon, this museum nicely outlines the stages of the Barbizon school of art. Well exhibited & represented in their displays and offerings. This is site to learn more about thes important painters....
10. O de Sermaize
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 24 reviews
Situated on the banks of the Seine river in Bois le Roi, the Spa invites you to a peaceul haven where you can take care of yourself. A space entirely devoted to wellness, a trip outside of time, a moment of pleinitude and serenity for your body and soul. Welcome to an unforgettable inner voyage towards that most beautiful of destinations : yourself ! The O de Sermaize staff
Reviewed By Jack H - Montargis, France
Nous avons passé un très bon moment ma femme et moi, 2 heures de Spa libre.
Sauna, hammam, piscine et jaccuzi sont très propre ça mérite d'être souligné.
Le personnel, bien que très discret est souriant.
Nous y sommes allé un mardi matin pour éviter l'affluence et c'était une très bonne idée. Partager son jaccuzi ou son sauna est une chose impensable pour nous..
Nous recommandons l'endroit, et c'est une bonne idée cadeau.
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