Discover Perche

Le Perche, nature side

The Percheronne nature is particularly rich in hedged farmland, forests, rivers, ponds, peat bogs, … mountain biking, …).

To this end, we provide a few IGN maps for your walks around the Moulin, two horse riding circuits, and two mountain bike circuits.

Le Perche and its seasonal events

There is always something going on in the Perche: many cultural, gastronomic, sporting events, … throughout the year to satisfy everyone’s interests and passions.
The Perche events calendar

Le Perche and its “Quiet Routes”: 9 discovery circuits

Manors, castles, monastic places, deep forests, green valleys and vast panoramas: the Perche invites you to stroll.

This selection of small country roads allows the visitor to appreciate the landscapes and the curious to learn more about its history through numerous recommended stops.
From villages to hamlets, you will open the door to silent little chapels or stroll through picturesque alleys. Take the time to meet local producers and good Perche restaurants for a gourmet break. Take advantage of the many village festivals to hunt for rare objects or participate in the Percheron horse celebrations.

Good ride on the quiet roads of Perche.

The Manors and Traditions circuit goes through Gémages

Signposted from Nocé, this 87 km long tourist circuit crisscrosses the “country of manors” which we will admire some of the most beautiful jewels. Pride of the region, stately homes rub shoulders with quality rural housing. Coatings in warm tones, red tiles, white or brown stones give a lot of charm to this Percheron countryside, land of memory and traditions. Manoir de Courboyer in Nocé – Manoir des Perrignes in Saint-Maurice sur Huisne – Manoir de la Vove – the village of Corbon – the catinate bridges of Mauves sur Huisne – The church of Dame-Marie – The manor of the Fresnaye in Saint- germain de la Coudre – the church of Gémages and the Procureuse stone – The Hermitière castle and the Angenardière manor – the perch eco-museum and the priory of Saint-Cyr la Rosière – The church of Préaux du Perche, Lorière castle – the manors of Gauberdière, Malaise, Epinay and Plessis – the manor of Grand Saint Quentin and Lormarin – … / …

The Circuit of Sites and Panoramas

Signposted from Bellême, this 106 km long tourist circuit describes two loops around a renowned forest. In this landscape with tormented relief – that of the southern confines of Perche – mounds crowned with villages, beautiful viewpoints, and sites steeped in history or legend, compose a changing fresco where the originality of an attractive province is revealed. Medieval vestiges of Bellême – the Herse site in Saint-Martin du Vieux Bellême – The Pellonnièreb manor at Pin la Garenne, the Chanceaux manor and the Oak of the Lambonnière – The Montgaudry butte in Pervenchière and the site of the ‘Eperon à la Perrière – the church of Chemilly – the castle of Chèreperrine and the manor of Bray – The terminal of Généralité d’Igé – The hamlet of Marcilly – the castle of Vauhernu – The Domaine des Feugerets at the Souef Chapel -. .. / …

The Forests and Abbeys circuit

Signposted from Mortagne, this 80 km long tourist circuit serves as a link between two religions of this immense wooded area which gave its name to Perche: the forests of Réno-Valdieu, Perche and La Trappe. The history of these forest massifs merges for a time with that of the monasteries where the monks-clearers found a place conducive to solitude and prayer. Today managed on behalf of the State by the ONF, the Percheronne forest, fruit of a long forest tradition and a reasoned forestry, constitutes an exceptional leisure environment and an invitation to discovery. The Mansion of Mortagne, the former convent – The Chapelle-Montligeon basilica – the trees of Gautrie – Tourouvre, its church and the house of Canada – the pole star – the clearing of Bresolettes – the abbey of la Trappe – … / …

The Sites and Abbeys circuit

The Fortified Valleys and Farms circuit

85 km long, this tourist circuit is signposted from La Loupe and enriched with an unmarked loop. Lines of union between the Perche and the Beauce, the Eure and the fortified farms invite you to relax over the water and past times. Taking its source in the deep ponds of Perche, Eure made history when Vauban and Louvois joined forces to divert its course and bring its clear waters to Versailles. The grandiose project did not come to an end and let the river flow at its peaceful pace. Elements of an architecture which is not specific to the Perche but which finds some of its jewels there, the fortified farms have been transformed over time and by the will of men. Thus, a number of strongholds bear the traces of large families, the most illustrious of which is Etienne d ‘Aligre “Lord of the River, the Forest, Favril, Bois-landry, Frétigny and other places …”

The circuit of the Castles of Perche-Gouet

97 km long, this tourist circuit is signposted from Brou. Despite very diverse landscapes, Perche-Gouet presents a particularly strong unity in its architecture and its culture. Its territory is identified as that of the five baronies Brou, La Bazoche-Gouet, Authon-du-Perche, Alluyes and Montmirail.
The proposed route will take you by some of the most beautiful roads of Brou, Authon and La Bazoche to discover the noble residences of a country where charming manors and majestic castles rub shoulders with a traditional rural habitat of half-timbered houses. For those who can choose the day of their trip, the walk will be an opportunity to savor local Percheron products at one of the weekly markets or to enjoy the atmosphere of the Perche-Gouet festivals and fairs.

The circuit of Forests and beautiful residences

94 km long, this tourist circuit is signposted from Senonches and enriched with an un arrowed loop. The route leads from the beautiful national forest of Senonches to the charming little woods of the high pole. This region is beautifully provided with numerous streams with country names, Gervaine, Buthernay, Blaise … which join the sinuous valleys of Eure and Avre. Between woods and ponds, surprising buildings stand out. Some of the old fortresses have kept the harsh and harsh appearance of medieval castles, others, delegate residences from the 18th and 19th centuries, reflect the prosperity of the industrial activities of the time. This circuit is suitable for walking in the forest and visiting agricultural activities in the region. Activities to discover the local fauna, flora and culture are offered, while local producers open the doors of their farm for an original visit.

The Valleys and Mills circuit

Signposted from Rémalard, this 62 km long tourist circuit follows the route of three picturesque valleys, the Huisne, “nymph of the Perche”, and its affluent.

La Commeauche and la Corbionne, will be the breadcrumbs inviting you to discover old mills whose wheel blades, turning, used to sparkle the waters of the diversion bays. Remalard and its church – the mills of Yversay, Mêleray, Maison Maugis, Saint Victor, Bonnechère d’Arrondeau in Bretoncelles, Villeray in Condeau, …

The manors of La Moussetière in Boissy-maugis, de Pontgirard, – The Château de Maison-maugis – … / …

The circuit of Castles and Ponds

Signposted from Longy-au-perche, this 82 km long tourist circuit is dotted with ponds, privileged sites for water bird watching. The Haut Perche forestier also offers to discover a number of castles from various eras that add charm and mystery to this preserved natural space.

The essential sites

The Regional Natural Park of Perche
Web : http://www.parc-naturel-perche.fr/
The preservation and enhancement of the Regional Natural Park is organized around a global project aimed at ensuring the long-term protection, management and economic, social and cultural development of the territory.
The magnificent hills of Perche, its vast forest massifs and its hedged farmland are only the most visible aspects of a strong identity with a remarkable heritage.

L’ Ecomusée du Perche
Site Web : https://www.ecomuseeduperche.fr/
The collections of popular arts and traditions help to create an ethnographic panorama of the pole. Agriculture, forestry, crafts are the main themes presented. The collections of the museum aim to save the memory of the village community of yesteryear and to bring together the different objects and tools of the missing trades such as weaver, farrier, bricklayer, glassmaker, blacksmith, lumberjack …

Bellême
Built on a typical defensive site, Bellême can be discovered from afar, dominating its famous forest and a harmonious Percheron landscape.
Tourist office : +33 (0)2 33 73 09 69
Website : https://collinesduperche.jimdo.com
https://www.perchenormand.fr/tourisme/d%C3%A9couvrir-les-collines-du-perche-normand/

La Perrière
Strolling through the narrow streets with evocative names, the walker will appreciate the charm of one of the most picturesque hilltop villages of Perche.
Tél. +33 (0)2 33 73 09 69

Mortagne au perche
Mortagne is proudly camping on its hill. It brings together within its walls old hotels and old houses, often sheltered from view behind a large porch or at the end of a courtyard …
Tél. +33 (0)2 33 83 34 37
Website : http://www.ot-mortagneauperche.fr/

Nogent-le-Rotrou
Capital of Perche, 1 hour 30 minutes from Paris, in the heart of the Perche hills, a millennial city where life is good. An imprint of authenticity and turned towards the future, Nogent-le Rotrou is a pole of attraction in the region.
Tél. +33 (0)2 37 29 68 86
Website : http://www.perche-tourisme.fr/

La Ferté Bernard
Gate of the great West, located in the heart of the valleys of the Perche sarthois, the Ferté Bernard reveals the treasures of its past. Bathed by two rivers, the Huisne and the Same, the city has the charms of a spa town and is nicknamed “The little Venice of the West”
Tel. +33 (0)2 43 71 21 21
Website : https://www.tourisme-lafertebernard.fr/