At Domaine de Dampierre-en-Yvelines, a four-wheeled pedal-powered cycle lets visitors explore the extensive historic park at their own pace, rather than staying near the château. It is one of several ways to discover the estate, alongside electric buggies, boats and horse-drawn carriage rides.
How much does hire cost?
Currently published prices are €10 for 1 hour and €15 for 2 hours. Hire is additional to admission to the estate.
What can you explore?
The estate covers several dozen hectares of gardens and parkland, with long avenues, wooded areas and routes exploring the site's history and biodiversity. The pedal car provides a genuine way to travel across the estate rather than simply circling a small dedicated track.
Good to know before visiting
The estate is at 2 Grande Rue, 78720 Dampierre-en-Yvelines. Hire availability may vary according to weather and visitor numbers; check in advance if the pedal car is the main reason for your visit.
An added bonus
Dampierre combines the fun of a pedal car with a genuine heritage setting: historic gardens, forest, canals and château form the route, and other activities can extend your day.
