Luxury holidays in Hauts-de-Seine

Mighty Versailles rules in this westerly stretch of Île-de-France, just outside Paris. The 17th-century palaces and immaculately groomed, fountain-dotted gardens are worthy of a dedicated day trip. Beyond Versailles, however, Hauts-de-Seine has further rural and cultural charms of its own. Forerunner to the Impressionists, Camille Corot, has a rich heritage to explore in leafy Ville-d’Avray, and Saint-Cloud’s park and woodlands are a city antidote.

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When to go

Hauts-de-Seine is at its driest and warmest from May to September, although spring and autumn sojourns have seasonal charms to offer. And indoorsy types will enjoy the cosy, culinary trappings of a January or February stay.

Getting there

  • Planes

    International flights touch down at Paris-Orly, the nearest airport to Hauts-de-Seine; Paris-Charles de Gaulle is around 40 minutes further away by road.

  • Trains

    The area is well connected to Paris, with suburban services, including the RER, running into Gare Saint-Lazare from stations such as Sèvres-Ville-d’Avray.

  • Automobiles

    For freedom to dip into the département’s highlights, a set of wheels will serve you well, although trains will fast-track you to the capital, and there are tour options if you’re on a short break with just the Palace of Versailles in your sights.