Vincennes Travel Guide

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Saint Louis Statue
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The castle of Vincennes was the favorite residence of the king Louis IX (also known as Saint Louis). Although he was not born here, he often staid there to dispense justice.

This statue can be seen in front of the castle.

Updated Sep 17, 2005

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 Historical Travel
 Arts and Culture

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Visit the Castle
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Relatively unknown this is the biggest medieval french castle.

It is really worth going there. 20 minutes by metro Line 1.

Free entrance everyday to the courtyard.

Updated Sep 15, 2005

Website: http://www.chateau-vincennes.fr/

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 Architecture
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 Castles and Palaces

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Restaurants  

Au Bureau: Want a pizza or fries with a beer ?
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This place is conveniently located. Just close to the metro Chateau de Vincennes entrance.
Don't expect great french cuisine, but this is the right place if you want to eat a pizza or a steack with friees or a big salad. Also a good place just to have a beer, seating on the padeo ...
Very crowdy in the evening and especially during the week-ends, when it becomes the meeting points of the youngsters from the area.

Written Sep 15, 2005

Address: 3, Avenue de Nogent

Phone: 01 43 28 25 10

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Transportation  

Take the metro !
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In the metro Line 1

There are 2 main ways of going to Vincennes through public transportation :
RER line A station Vincennes
Metro 1 direction Chateau de Vincennes

Take the metro ! The RER is more expensive and the metro station is just in front of the castle.

Updated Sep 15, 2005

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