The large Saint Cloud Park overlooks the Seine River. It’s situated slightly outskirts of Paris. The park used to surround a castle. During the Franco-Prussian war in 1870 the castle, occupied by the Prussians, was bombed by the French and severely damaged. It was demolished in 1891. That – royal - castle was built during the 17th century, replacing an older one. 
The yews you see here show where the castle once stood.
A number of events took place here: A king – Henry III - was killed (in the previous castle). Marie-Antoinette was one of the famous occupants. This is where Napoleon was proclaimed emperor and he made it his favourite residence.
The surrounding park and forest – those days for hunting – still remain and are of easy access for the Parisians. Good for some sports, some picnicking… but there are also a few bars and restaurants around.
The view over Paris already makes the visit worthwhile.
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Bon weekend !
This is the place where I would like to be today. Away from everything, just peace and quiet. It looks like a very large place and perfect for a lonely walk!
Beautiful, Peter!
Wow! What amazingly gorgeous looking places! Thanks so much for these!
Do have a wonderful weekend!
Bon weekend à toi aussi.
C'est malin ça ! Avoir bombardé ce bel édifice pour en déloger les Teutons. Enfin !
Cet un bel endroit, pour une prompenade et en plus on peut casser la croûte et boire une Carlsberg !
So, you're back and enjoying the parks; that's qiuality of life... ;))
Peter
An interesting place, lots of human activity taking place over the centuries given the fact it was a forest and now park grounds.
Well used and much loved.
Have a wonderful week end -- it is very hot here in the North West.
Joanny
Souvent une de mes promenades quand j'habitais Rueil.
Bon weekend à toi aussi, je pars en Hollande pour vivre la finale de la coupe du monde de foot,et Michel sera lundi à Grenade, si les espagnols gagnent ils fera la fête aussi.
Wonderful view, love the first picture!
This park is really beautiful, a kind of paradise!
Hugs
and Happy weekend
Léia
It looks very idylic..
Is it very hot there too?
Perhaps there are nice breezes at St. Cloud..
Hello! As I understand it, Saint-Cloud was given to Philippe I by his brother Louis XIV, and subsequently inherited by Philippe, Duc D'Orleans, Regent of France. Thank you for sharing these beautiful photos, as I am currently researching the Regent's life and am fascinated by his former home. Have a wonderful weekend!
Oh I"ve never heard of this lovely place Peter. Not surprising! :) Parts remind me of Luxembourg but that view of Paris.....oh my goodness. Wish I were there right this minute.
V
I have not been to this park yet. There are so many places to visit when I am in Paris, it’s hard to see them all. Your post though is like being there. Thanks.
Hello Peter , another place to add to my list to visit with my friends, thank you :-)
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