Equestrian Statue of Louis XIV as Marcus Curtius
Witness the transformation of a king's vision at the Equestrian Statue of Louis XIV, now as Marcus Curtius, in the heart of Versailles.
This equestrian statue, originally of Louis XIV, was transformed into Marcus Curtius. Find it in Versailles' Orangerie, a testament to artistic and political adaptation.
A brief summary to Statue équestre de Louis XIV sous les traits de Marcus Curtius
- Canton de Versailles-1, Versailles, 78000, FR
Local tips
- Visit early to avoid crowds and fully appreciate the statue's details and historical context.
- Take your camera to capture the statue against the backdrop of the Orangerie gardens.
- Explore the surrounding gardens for a complete Versailles experience.
Getting There
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Walking
From the Palace of Versailles, exit the main gates and head towards the gardens. Walk towards the Grand Canal, keeping it to your right. Continue past the Grand Canal until you reach the intersection of Avenue de Paris and Rue de l'Indépendance Américaine. Turn left onto Avenue de Paris and walk for about 10 minutes. The statue will be in the Canton de Versailles area.
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Public Transport
From the Versailles Château Rive Gauche train station, exit towards Avenue de Paris. Take Bus Line 1 (Direction: Versailles - Gare Rive Droite) and get off at the 'Canton de Versailles' stop. The statue is a short walk from the bus stop. Head straight down the street, and you will see the statue. A single bus ticket costs €2.50.
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