Facade of the Palais Idéal du Facteur Cheval
1h15
446m
22km
Moderate bike ride

Palais Idéal du Facteur Cheval

Set inside a lush garden, this palace was built by hand by postman Cheval over 93,000 hours and 33 years. Inspired by the postcards he delivered, it brings together caimans, elephants, pelicans, bears, birds, giants, fairies, mythological figures, cascades and architectures from every continent, creating an architectural work that is as unclassifiable as it is universal.

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Opening hours

Monday
09:30 - 17:30
Tuesday
09:30 - 17:30
Wednesday
09:30 - 17:30
Thursday
09:30 - 17:30
Friday
09:30 - 17:30
Saturday
09:30 - 17:30
Sunday
09:30 - 17:30

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