Rambouillet is situated to the south-west of Paris in a very green area which forms part of Yvelines. Versailles is in this part of Ile-de-France and the area is characterised by vast swathes of forest; the town itself is situated on the edge of Rambouillet Forest. The major landmark of the town has to be the fairy-tale Chateau of Rambouillet, alluding to the areas importance in matters of state.
As a brand name, Rambouillet is perhaps most famous for its breed of sheep, but in tourist terms it's a beautiful hideaway just 56km outside of Paris. The Chateau of Rambouillet gets a lot of tourism and the woodland setting of the town promotes its family friendly credentials. If you're hiring a car in Rambouillet, Versailles Palace is just 32km north-west on the N10, along with attractions like the Royal Opera and the Temple of Love. St-Germain-en-Laye is a shade further north, where you can see the enchanting Chateau, and Alexandre Dumas house for literary buffs. Rent a car in Rambouillet and see the green and stately south-western aspect of Ile-de-France.
