Guess the French region with the help of this clue: cream of the crop

In which of France's 13 regions was this photo taken?

The French town where this castle is located is also known for horse racing and whipped cream

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Published Tuesday 16 September 2025 - 12:40 Modified Wednesday 01 October 2025 - 15:36

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This grand French castle has been registered as a Monument historique since 1988 and was recently crowned as the Monument préféré des Français (France's favourite monument) 2025.

The town where this castle is located is also home to a horse racing track and impressive stables, as well as being associated with whipped cream.

Can you guess where it is located?

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A) The Château de Chantilly (Oise), in the Hauts-de-France region

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