The château’s facade is covered in 3,000 mirrored aluminum plates designed by architect Xavier Veilhan and architects Bona-Lemercier.
The park was historically a private estate dating back to the 16th century, though the current château structure underwent extensive remodeling in the 19th and 21st centuries.
The site hosts a permanent contemporary art sculpture trail throughout the wooded sections of the park.
The park is maintained according to ecological management practices to preserve local biodiversity, including varied insect and bird populations.
Cultural Park Rentilly - Michel Chartier is a sprawling 50-hectare green space featuring a contemporary art gallery housed within a renovated 19th-century château. The château's exterior is clad in polished, reflective stainless steel, creating a stark visual contrast with its historic structure. The estate grounds include diverse landscapes such as an English-style garden, an orchard, and an artificial pond. The art gallery hosts rotating exhibitions of contemporary visual arts throughout the year. It is managed by the Marne et Gondoire intercommunal community. Visitors can explore marked hiking trails that traverse the park's wooded areas and meadows. The property is situated on the edge of the Bussy-Saint-Martin commune in the Seine-et-Marne department.
From the edge of the pond looking back toward the château, where the reflective facade mirrors the surrounding trees and water.
Wear comfortable, durable walking shoes as the park terrain includes unpaved trails and forest paths.
Check the official website for current exhibition themes before arriving, as the gallery content changes frequently.
Bring a picnic, as there are dedicated lawn areas allowed for public use, though facilities are minimal.
Do not attempt to climb or touch the exterior reflective panels of the château, as they are sensitive to oils and pressure.
The château art gallery is typically closed on Mondays and Tuesdays.
Maintain silence inside the art gallery; stay on marked paths within the wooded areas to protect natural habitats.
