Car Hire in Montlhery
Mini guide to Montlhery
Montlhery
A lovely, peaceful commune in the Essonne department, about 15 miles south of Paris, Montlhery is a wonderful destination for those seeking tranquil respite from the bustle and hustle of Paris. The town is home to a beautiful castle and a famous automobile race track.
Possibly the most stunning sight in Montlhery, the Chateau de Montlhery was built in the 13th century and has five surviving towers. Step inside to observe the stunning interior of the castle and its interesting pentagon floor plan. Nearby the castle is a gate tower which dominates Montlhery’s skyline.
Known as ‘French Indianpolis’, Montlhery is the proud home of the famous Autodrome de Montlhery automobile race track, established in 1924 by Alexandre Lamblin. Montlhery used to attract a great number of speed racers from all over Europe with their sleek, fast cars. However, the track has since been discontinued. Nevertheless, visitors can still imagine the thrill of the race and immortal victories that took place here.
If you’ve have enough of sightseeing around the town, make a beeline to the market. Montlhery’s market draws a number of Parisians who roam the town for fresh fruits and local spices. The city is also renowned for its fresh, round tomatoes. The significance of tomatoes to Montlhery is glorified during the annual tomato festival.
Travelling in Montlhery is most convenient by hire car. With Paris located minutes away, escaping from the serenity in Montlhery isn’t a difficult task. We offer an unbeatable rate for car hire in Montlhery.
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