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This page guides you through the attractions and activities accessible from Nemours, Seine-et-Marne, Ile de France, perfect for enhancing your stay. Discover local sites, walking trails, and cultural specialties of the region.

Nestled in Seine-et-Marne, Nemours is famous for its rich historical heritage and picturesque landscapes. Don’t miss the celebrated Château de Nemours, a medieval fortress...
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Nemours sightseeing tour
1.6 km

Nemours sightseeing tour

This charming medieval city surrounded by the waters of the Loing invites the walker to wander through its historic center. Nemours has a rich and varied cultural and natural heritage. 1) Start your tour at the castle (rue Gautier 1er) : Built in the 12th century, during Gautier 1er reign, the castle is made up of a quadrangular dwelling, that has circular surrounding towers, with rare and narrow windows. Until 1655, the square tower was crowned with a belfry holding the alarm bell. The outbuildings, stables, stores and the seigneurialChapel Notre-Dame were bundled at the feet of the castle,surrounding today’s second court. The porch and the steps arefrom 17th century. At that time, the castle was used as a jus-tice’s audience hall and jail. During the French Revolution, the castle became a possession of the city. At the beginning of the 20th century the sculptor J.C Sanson proposed to install a museum there. It is now the setting for 2 exhibitions per year, showing its own collections of art pieces. 2) Continue through the alley leading to the courtyard of the castle, from the banks of the Loing, you discover the mills of Nemours : The many mills from the middle age havedisapeared. This one is the last survivor, hereplaces the ancient seigneurial mills. Theunexploited building was bought by the cityin 2014. 3) Take the covered walkway, you arrive at the intersection of Place Jean Jaurès and Rue Gautier 1er. Continue to the right on rue Sanson, go past place Dupont de Nemours and cross the bridge of the river des petitis-fossés, you are on place Victor Hugo. You discover « Petits Fossés » bridges : Rebuilt in the 19th century, the bridges span “les Petits Fossés” river and lead to the city center. -“Red Bridge” replaces the old bridge painted in red. -“Mirabeau Bridge” is placed at the location of the religious’ bridge. It was used by nuns going from the convent to their enclosure. -“Paris’s street Bridge” replaces the formerly door called “du Petit Pont”, entrance of the city. 4) Go along the river of Petits-fossés, along the quai Victor Hugo. You will see Mill Wheel : This wheel belonged to a mill dating from the 19th century. It was used to grind the barley of the brew-ery established in the former convent of the Frères Récollets. Today, the convent shelters a fashion house called ATELIER EMELIA, who creates wedding dresses. 5) Continue along the river petitis-fossés, along the quai Victor Hugo, at N°41 you discover Intercommunal Union and Guédu Park : This 18th century town house in a nice park was owned by the last descendants of Hedelin’s family. Also, it was the City Hall from 1954 to 1985. 6) Continue along the Quai Victor Hugo, at the end of this road is the City Hall : This stone and brick building built in the 17th cen-tury by the royal architect Jules Hardouin-Mansart was a former convent of the congregation Notre-Dame. Until 1977 it was the hospital and then it became the city hall. 7) Continue to the square next to the City hall, rue de Paris. Admire the Fountain of Chaintréauville’s water : Situated in the city hall garden, it is a mas-terpiece of the sculptor from Nemours, J.C Sanson. He gave it to the city in 1901. It is a representation of the source of Chaintréauville offering water to Nemours inhabitants. 8) Take the rue de Paris, at N°5 is the restaurant : The Ecu de France. This hostel could be one of the oldest in France. It was marked by a sign showing the official « écu » of France. Victor Hugo stayed here in 1844, when he was travelling. 9) You will see the cannon ball : Cannon ball from one of Napoleon’s battles in 1814, it is situated at the corner of Paris street and Dr Du-mée street. 10) Rendez-vous then place de la République, N°33 : A town house from the 17th century formerly named «Hôtel des Princes» is hiding behind the doorway. On the way to the coronation of Napoléon in 1804, Pope Pie VII, stopped in Nemours and received the contemporary leaders in this house. 11) On the other side of the square, look at the N° 28 Place de la République : This stone, wood and cement building from the 17th century shows how wealthy the con-temporary owner were. 12) Next to this building, you can visit the church of Saint Jean-Baptiste : The church was founded during the reign of Gautier 1er in 1170, in order to receive a relic of St Jean-Baptiste, brought from Sébaste. The tower porch is the oldest part of the building (12th century). Fol-lowing a fire, it was rebuilt during the 16th century and devoted in 1595. The stained-glass windows and the interior fittings are dating from the 19th century. Next to the church, you will see the Bridge : Built by the engineer Boistard, the bridge replaces the former one destroyed by 1770 flood. It was inaugurated in 1804 by Pope Pie VII, on his way to the coronation of Napoléon. 13) Leaving the church and the Grand Pont, continue on rue du Prieuré. Adjoining the church, you will see the Priory : Built around 1300, it was dedicated to the clergymen of Sébaste. The actuel presbytary was built in 1675. It became property of the city in 1824. 14) At the corner of rue du Prieuré and rue Gaston Darley, you will discover the N°16 Gaston Darley street : This house made of stones and wood from the 17th century has a projecting staircase. The ground floor was used as a shop and the upper floors as a dwelling. Perfectly restaured, it sheltered the Tourist Office during 10 years, until 2016. 15) Continue to the end of Rue Gaston Darley. You arrive in front of Art Room – 2 Gaston Darley street : The architect Antoine (cf : Hôtel des Monnaies in Paris) designed this building in the 17th century. It has a pediment facade in classic style. It was formerly a performance hall, then a school, before it became the City Library. 16) You finish the course on the lawn of the castle.

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28 28 rue Gautier 1er 77140 Nemours
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La petite maison au Loing
13 km

La petite maison au Loing

Just 4.5 km from the medieval town of Château-Landon, La Petite Maison au Loing welcomes you to a former family outbuilding built of stone, set in peaceful, leafy surroundings. Designed for a stay for two, this guesthouse offers a peaceful retreat from which to explore the landscapes of the Loing Valley. The stone walls naturally keep the house cool, which is particularly welcome on hot summer’s days. A stopover for travellers on the move Situated close to walking and cycling routes, La Petite Maison au Loing warmly welcomes cyclists on the Scandibérique route, walkers and travellers passing through. Cyclists, in particular, have access to a space in the barn where they can carry out minor repairs on their bikes. Breakfast in the garden In the morning, enjoy breakfast served between 8 am and 11 am, served in the garden opposite your room. If the weather is changeable, you can take shelter under the lean-to or have your breakfast indoors. Breakfast is included in your stay; you can choose from: • The Cyclist Sojasun plain yoghurt - Oatflakes and seeds from ‘Le Bio Paysan’ in Château-Landon town centre - Seasonal fruit from Dordives market - Freshly squeezed orange juice from Dordives market - ‘Alter Eco’ coffee or ‘Ethiquable’ tea • The Parisian - Bread, croissant or pain au chocolat from the ‘Au Bricheton du Gatinais’ or ‘Maison Brossier’ bakery - Butter and organic strawberry jam - Freshly squeezed orange juice from the Dordives market - ‘Alter Eco’ coffee or ‘Ethiquable’ tea Good to know The room has an en-suite bathroom and a toilet. Access to the accommodation is via the barn and the property’s courtyard. The entrance and outdoor areas are shared with the owner. Enjoy your stay!

4 rue de l'Abbaye 77570 Château-Landon
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La petite maison au Loing
13 km

La petite maison au Loing

Just 4.5 km from the medieval town of Château-Landon, La Petite Maison au Loing welcomes you to a former family outbuilding built of stone, set in peaceful, leafy surroundings. Designed for a stay for two, this guesthouse offers a peaceful retreat from which to explore the landscapes of the Loing Valley. The stone walls naturally keep the house cool, which is particularly welcome on hot summer’s days. A stopover for travellers on the move Situated close to walking and cycling routes, La Petite Maison au Loing warmly welcomes cyclists on the Scandibérique route, walkers and travellers passing through. Cyclists, in particular, have access to a space in the barn where they can carry out minor repairs on their bikes. Breakfast in the garden In the morning, enjoy breakfast served between 8 am and 11 am, served in the garden opposite your room. If the weather is changeable, you can take shelter under the lean-to or have your breakfast indoors. Breakfast is included in your stay; you can choose from: • The Cyclist Sojasun plain yoghurt - Oatflakes and seeds from ‘Le Bio Paysan’ in Château-Landon town centre - Seasonal fruit from Dordives market - Freshly squeezed orange juice from Dordives market - ‘Alter Eco’ coffee or ‘Ethiquable’ tea • The Parisian - Bread, croissant or pain au chocolat from the ‘Au Bricheton du Gatinais’ or ‘Maison Brossier’ bakery - Butter and organic strawberry jam - Freshly squeezed orange juice from the Dordives market - ‘Alter Eco’ coffee or ‘Ethiquable’ tea Good to know The room has an en-suite bathroom and a toilet. Access to the accommodation is via the barn and the property’s courtyard. The entrance and outdoor areas are shared with the owner. Enjoy your stay!

4 rue de l'Abbaye 77570 Château-Landon
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Hôtel Mercure Château de Fontainebleau
16 km

Hôtel Mercure Château de Fontainebleau

The Royal Mercury Hotel ("Le Mercure Royal") of Fontainebleau. A large private mansion, full of charm and refinement. Ideal for your stay, business or pleasure. 97 bedrooms and suites - Restaurant - Bar - Terrace - wooded park and private car park. 10 minutes walking to the Chateau, it has a perfect position in the quiet and near to the city center. Awarded the Green Key eco-label. HCome and enjoy an unforgettable weekend as a couple or with family in a country house in the heart of Fontainebleau. Of course, visit its must-see château, go climbing, or take a walk on foot or horseback through our ancient forest. Make our Country House your own by enjoying our musical evenings and a wide range of activities designed to help you unwind. Swimming pool, garden, tennis court — in our Country House, you’ll find outdoor activities to breathe, walk, and have fun, as well as indoor activities to play together, read, and learn to cook. There’s something for every taste and every age. The new identity of the Mercure Country House hotel has embraced the symbol of the horse, with a subtle, offbeat, and decidedly modern transformation, bringing a design-led, friendly, open, and warm atmosphere to the shared spaces. A hospitality concept that breaks with traditional codes and embodies a spirit of conviviality and sharing. More than just a hotel and restaurant, it’s a new place to live, relax, and connect... Escape every day in the restaurant. On Friday evenings, enjoy a musical “grazing” night for €25 per person (a cold buffet featuring local and seasonal products), including a glass of wine. A live concert is also आयोजित between 7:00 PM and 10:30 PM. Sleep in and take your time! Discover the restaurant at our Country House every Sunday from 11:30 AM to 2:30 PM (by reservation).

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