Royal Affairs: royal Christmas market and free tastings in a private mansion in Versailles

This year, Christmas markets are popping up all over Versailles! In the Yvelines, near the famous castle where Louis XIV lived, nestles a beautiful mansion, the Hôtel particulier de Bouillon, which will host a royal Christmas market from December 4 to 7, 2025, transforming itself into an exceptional pop-up store for the first edition of Royal Affairs. On the program: gifts to give,round tables and masterclasses,tastings with prestigious partner houses, and inspiration for your holiday table!

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Designers gather around the world of Marie Antoinette and 18th-century tastes in a mansion in Versailles, offering you the opportunity to prepare for Christmas as if you were part of the royal family, in an iconic 17th-century building constructed in 1670 by Louis XIV's Grand Chamberlain, Godefroy Maurice de la Tour d'Auvergne. You can visit it for freeon this occasion, but as with all events, don't forget to book!

The program of events

• Signature masterclass by Maison L.T. Piver -December5from 4:00 p.m. to 4:50 p.m.

Take part in the Maison L.T. Piver signature masterclass, dedicated to the origins of French Haute Parfumerie in the 18th century and led by Jean-Marie Hatenberg, perfume historian and privileged collaborator of the Maison.

• Talk by Elisabeth de Feydeau - Marie-Antoinette's beauty and fashion revolutions - December 5

Come and discover how Marie-Antoinette revolutionized the standards of beauty and fashion of her time. This talk will be led by Elisabeth de Feydeau, Doctor of History and renowned perfume specialist.

• Talk: The Art of Jewelry in the 18th Century by Diane-Sophie Lanselle - December 6 and 7

Come and discover the art of jewelry in the 18th century. This talk will be led by Diane-Sophie Lanselle, Client Manager at Mellerio, jewelers since 1613.

• Tasting of the first vintage of La Reine from Rare Champagne -December6from 11:30 a.m. to 12:20 p.m.

Come and discover the incredible history of Rare Champagne, founded in 1785, Queen Marie-Antoinette's first cuvée. The talk will conclude with a champagne tasting.

• Exclusive tasting of the Christmas log cake created by chef Aymeric Pinard - December 6 and 7

Enjoy pastries by Aymeric Pinard, pastry chef at Les Airelles Château de Versailles, Le Grand Contrôle, in an exclusive setting. Take this opportunity to discover the Christmas log. Served with a hot drink.

• Talk by Elisabeth de Feydeau and book signing for her latest book, "Les Voluptueuses" - December 6from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.

Come and meet Elisabeth de Feydeau, author of "Voluptueuses, une histoire parfumée des femmes de légende" (Voluptuous Women: A Fragrant History of Legendary Women) during this book signing.

• Tour of Isabelle Moltzer's 18th-century table setting - December 7

Come and discover the sumptuous 18th-century table setting created by Isabelle Moltzer and Nicolas Giavannoni, who has specialized in French tableware for 20 years.