Picnic @ Chateau Chantilly

I've just discovered what could be amongst the finest of settings for a picnic and the best way to kill a layover. I had about 9 hours of daytime before i flew off from Charles de guille airport. Turns out Chantilly, or more particularly the chateau complex is merely half an hour drive. The weather was perfect. I couldn't skip it. The gardens make for a great and well known picnic spot for domestic tourists. And with the benefit of being able to visit a fantastic castle and its collection, the overall experience elevates. This is a very well maintained castle. Love that it's got this huge country side like space and the vibe's relaxing. The garden space is top notch. All around i saw people laying on the grass and enjoying the good weather. You could visit the chateau too. The collection of paintings is brilliant. I wish i had carried a picnic basket, but I didn't want to miss this opportunity so i managed with whatever was on me in terms of snacks and cloth to put on the grass. Lots of families having picnics in this scenic setting. Beyond the gardens , I was so impressed that I booked a guided tour. The castle's decoration was tasteful and the collection very impressive. It was a very comfortable trip and I saw people with wheelchairs too. Very well maintained and managed facility. So, this can work for everyone. Highly recommended! #francetrip #mytravelhacks #layovers #summerdestinations #myhiddengems #100waysoftravel #europe