Circuit des fossés royaux

A stone's throw away from the Perche and Paris, the Normandie Sud Eure area is a historic gateway to Normandy. Former defensive border of the Duchy of Normandy with the Kingdom of France, it is beaming with picturesque historic sites and buildings. Verneuil-sur-Avre, listed among France's “Most Beautiful Detours”, has preserved its rich medieval heritage. This area, crisscrossed by the valleys of Avre, Risle and Iton, provides a green setting where plains and forests come one after the other. The peaceful paths are ideal to go walking, cycling or horseback riding. The curious ones will go and observe the fauna and flora along one of the numerous educational trails. The Falconry "Bois des Aigles" will tell you all about the ancestral relationship between men and birds of prey. The Chocolatrium will reveal the secrets of Michel Cluizel's know-how, an exceptional maître chocolatier. Heritage sites, accommodation, leisure activities, etc., the Tourist Information Centre will give you all the information you need to make the most of your stay in Normandy thanks to adapted recommendations: what's on, tips, discounts and special offers, events, latest things to do, family activities, brochures, etc.