Leaving Paris behind for forests, cycling and castles

Some Saturday mornings, Paris just feels a little heavier. The low sky, damp streets, and that urge to get away without flying or spending three hours stuck in traffic. Compiègne is just one hour from Gare du Nord on a direct train. It’s not far, but it’s more than enough for a real change of scenery.

Alfred Hotels Compiègne is 300 meters from the station, facing the river Oise and just a short walk from the historic center.

All you have to do is drop your bags and move straight on to the real weekend plan: the forest, the châteaux, and the simple pleasure of not doing anything in a hurry.