![]() ![]() The food was presented on Sèvres porcelain dishes, often decorated with reminders of Napoleon’s battle victories, all glistening in the light of the candelabras. At glamorous receptions and dinners, Josephine took great pride in serving produce from the estate, especially exotic fare like bananas and pineapples from the estate’s hothouse. In the earliest years of the 19th century, the couple spent most weekends here, hosting hunting parties, balls and salons, music and theatrical evenings. The Château de Malmaison is said to be the house where Napoleon found it easiest to relax. ![]() (He approved the purchase upon his return.) A 10-minute walk down a leafy lane, then up an elegant driveway will take you to one of the city’s most romantic spots: the house which Josephine bought while Napoleon was away on the Egyptian Campaign. For a complete change of scene during a trip to Paris, I’d recommend catching a 258 bus from La Défense and getting out, after about 40 minutes, at the bus stop helpfully named ‘Le Château’. ![]()
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