It has witnessed years of european history welcoming some of the. Honestly, i feel like i come to strasbourg just so i can stay at this cute french chateau. Numerous and frequentlyupdated resource results are available from this search. This page was last edited on 14 december 2018, at 15. If notability cannot be established, the article is likely to be merged, redirected, or deleted.
The chateau by william maxwell goodreads share book. Well even let you know about secret offers and sales when you sign up to our emails. It provides a spa area with finnish sauna and relaxing facilities. The chateaus guest books were graced by such nobility as the duke of cumberland, son of king george iii. All structured data from the file and property namespaces is available under the creative commons cc0 license. My assessment, back then and now, was that it was a positive experience.
The chateau doesnt measure up to william maxwells best novels in any way. It provides a spa area with finnish sauna and relaxing facilities and. Strasbourg features a number of prominent parks, of which several are of cultural and historical interest. This is a collection of images of our hotel and the surrounding area. This 3star hotel welcomes guests with 25 rooms and conveniences like a fullservice spa, free inroom wifi, and free self parking. See whats happening at vauban stadium or meinau stadium. He fought with the allies against napoleon, and was able to return to france in 1814 when the monarchy was restored. It has witnessed years of european history, welcoming some of the most important musicians, philosophers and poets.
It has witnessed years of european history welcoming some of the most. Charles joseph became marechal of the kings armies in 1823. Popular attractions european parliament and strasbourg cathedral are located nearby. Imperial chancellor clemens, baron of metternich of. You will get a glimpse into the lives of two people who you may or may not like but who you will get interested in. Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free. Perhaps melanie was looking after her home that was once such elegance, such beauty, and an epicenter for the famous people of europe. When i stayed there was no local facility for eating but the staff were very keen to assist with organizing somewhere to eat.
It has witnessed years of european history, welcoming some of the most important musicians. This dedicated space, in the gallery of domes, pays tribute to the memory of all those who helped treat over 2,250 wounded here, during the full four years of the great war. Built in 1750, the chateau is a witness to the european history. This page was last edited on 24 december 2018, at 17. Through it all the chateau has nobly stood, inspiring all who come to dream big dreams and to persevere. Originally specializing in tailormade travel to the united states and canada, the agency acquired a great reputation in alsace. Especially in the years 1870 to 1914, at the invitation of the comtesse melanie and count pourtales, the european aristocracy and all kinds of celebrities met here. Reliable information about the coronavirus covid19 is available from the world health organization current situation, international travel. Prices are calculated as of 16032020 based on a checkin date of 29032020. Especially in the years 1870 to 1914, at the invitation of the comtesse melanie and count pourtales, the european aristocracy and all kinds of celebrities met here at the chateau. Enjoy free wifi, free parking, and a fullservice spa. Chateau bed count 1 full bed maximum occupancy 2 max get prices. It has witnessed years of european history welcoming some of the most important musicians.
If you are looking for action you wont find it here. A book normally on a shelf across the room lay on the floor by the door. William maxwell was a great writer and his style is very present in this book. Housing european study center in strasbourg, france. Today, the chateau continues to offer its hospitality to guests from all over the world. It provides a spa area with finnish sauna and relaxing facilities and which has direct access to the garden. Albert schweitzer, franz liszt, napoleon iii, empress eugenie, the princes of belgium and russia, ludwig i of bavaria, the grand duke of baden or the princes. Im a big fan of maxwells lean, simple, evocative, very human writing, but this book was slow and dull.
Book your stay on our website and get the best price available. Oclcs webjunction has pulled together information and resources to assist library staff as they consider how to handle. It has witnessed years of european history welcoming some of the most important musicians, philosophers and poets. Chateau gourmet garden our team welcomes you to a unique event with gourmet culinary discover experience and playful activities in the ambience of a classic garden party. Nobody seemed to know where this door lead nor its history, but.
The alsace wine region produces some of frances most unique varietals and this smallgroup tasting tour from strasbourg is the ideal introduction for those short on time. Files are available under licenses specified on their description page. You may find the two main characters irritating at times. The property is fully equipped with a conference room. Even today, the castle is still a place where different nations gather, as well as a place of meeting and exchange.