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A highly sought-after fishing spot that regularly hosts competitions, you will take the GR1 trail to reach the Étang de la Tour. You will follow the Drouette, which connects it to the Étang d'Or, while enjoying the fauna and flora of the Haute Vallée de Chevreuse Regional Natural Park.

Come and spend a day among France's biggest monuments, all in one park! It's bound to appeal to both young and old! Prepare to explore France and its biggest landmarks in just a few hours by visiting the France Miniature park. Set off on a trip through France and discover 117 monuments reproduced at 1:30 scale and in the setting of a five-hectare park set out in the form of a map of France. Admire all of France's most beautiful sites, from Paris' most beautiful monuments in minature form, to Versailles, the Chateaux of the Loire region, the Auvergne Volcanoes, the Arles Amphitheatre, gothic and roman architecture, Normandy, Mont Saint-Michel and more... On this unconventional yet cultural tour you will find out the stories behind many French monuments. An attractions area, based upon the regions of France is also to be found in the park. Find inspiration for your future trips to France at France Miniature!

With Angerville International Karting Centre, RACING KART ORGANISATION boasts one of Europe's biggest karting facilities for both recreational and competition karting.

Richard Piriou established his own poultry farm in 2014, on the family farm in Guillerval in the south of Essonne. Son of farmers, this poultry farmer raises bare-necked chickens, farm guineafowls, as well as capons for the end of year celebrations. All are raised in a natural outdoor setting and wander through a grassy path of several dozen hectares. The farmer also cultivates cereals on part of his farm according to a sustainable agriculture. Richard's poultry are fed with wheat and corn from the farm but also with oilseeds and protein crops. Richard Priou sells his products on the markets of Etampes or Auvers-Saint-Georges (every other Saturday morning) and then on the markets of Guillerval or Saint-Cyr-la-Rivière (every other Saturday afternoon). It is also possible to place an order directly with the breeder and collect the poultry from the farm.

Remarkably preserved, the castle of Saint-Jean de Beauregard kept intact all the charm and elegance of its 17th century classic environment. Nestled in a haven of peace and greenery, the powerful and sober mass of the castle, with its seven courtyards, its park and its French garden, is part of an almost perfect square in which harmoniously integrate chapel, common, stables, kitchen garden, dovecote, orangery, drinking trough, ice-house, moat ... all the essentials for everyday life in the 17th century.

Floréval Adventure Park combines adventure, nature, environmental awareness and quality of service for a family adventure outing, a fun day out with friends or an atypical, green business event. Parc Aventure Floréval, located in the heart of the Morionville forest, just 30 minutes from Paris, is the largest forest adventure park in the Ile-de-France region. Designed to welcome young and old alike, it extends over 1,000 hectares of unspoilt nature, on the edge of the Haute Vallée de Chevreuse Regional Nature Park. Since its opening in 2005, the park has made environmental preservation one of its priorities. Its aim is to raise public awareness, young and old, of the forest ecosystem through fun and educational activities. Floréval has developed a wide range of outdoor activities, all committed to respecting the natural environment. Its actions include the regeneration of forest areas, guaranteeing sustainable development. The park has been awarded the PEFC label, attesting to sustainable forest management. The park is also committed to cleanliness, and uses recyclable materials for its facilities. Parc Aventure Floréval has also been awarded the Qualité Tourisme label by the French Ministry of Tourism. This means it offers a warm welcome and quality services, with qualified staff attentive to visitors' needs. The park's operators hold an OPAH professional qualification certificate, guaranteeing a quality experience. YOUR BUSINESS EVENTS In addition to family visits, the park offers solutions for seminars and team-building activities. Its atypical forest house can host a variety of events in a verdant setting (seminars, study days, team-building...). The park offers "turnkey" formulas to meet corporate needs, with a varied catering service including breakfasts, hot meals and snacks. On-site activities include accrobranche, laser games, escape games, boot camp, mini-golf, archery battles and olympiads. These options are designed to encourage team-building and provide a change of scenery from the everyday. The park constantly strives to innovate in order to enrich its offer and attract ever more visitors.

The Grand Trianon was built in 1687 by Jules Hardouin-Mansart. Thus, the King Louis XIV could escape from all the ceremony of the Court and relax in the company of his concubines. The Grand Trianon is based on the Italian architecture and invites you to poetry and wandering. One little story: the Grand Trianon used to be surrounded by thousands of flowers in pots that were changed every day. Even now, this tradition is carried on every season. The display was amazing: we could admire flowerbeds of all colours and we could smell lots of scents. Thereafter, the Grand Trianon was frequented by Napoleon Bonaparte and the French Presidents.

ArrayWhat to Expect Begin your visit by exploring the ornate King and Queen's State Apartments. Learn about the French monarchy and peek into the private lives of the infamous King Louis XIV and Marie Antoinette. Next, make your way to the glittering Hall of Mirrors. Designed to protect the ornate walls and ceilings from smoke, the hall’s 357 mirrors were strategically placed to reflect the light of candles. With just a few flames, the reflection from so many mirrors was enough to light up the whole hall! After admiring the inside of the Palace, head outdoors and take in the grandeur of the estate’s impressive architecture. Stroll along the cobblestone grounds and pass by the gorgeous Versailles fountains. At the Carrosses Gallery, travel back in time as you explore carriages, coaches, sculptures and other artifacts left behind by the French Monarch. If you’re short on time or would prefer to skip the long entry lines, a Versailles skip-the-line entry ticket will allow you to save anywhere from 1-3 hours of waiting. If you happen to visit the Palace on a Tuesday, Saturday or Sunday, consider opting for a Versailles Passport ticket and catch one of the famous water fountain and musical shows. Each year, it is estimated that approximately 5 million people visit the Palace of Versailles, and between 8 and 10 million people walk its gardens. A place of immense beauty, Versailles stands as a symbol of France’s monarchy and its glorious history.

The association Rêv'Anion, located in Essonne between Lardy and Janville sur Juine, offers to visitors of all ages the chance to explore the Gillevoisin castle and its surrounding forests with one or more donkeys with hiking pack. Different possible circuits, adapted to the capacities of each one. Map provided with marked trails. Everything is explained before departure. Theme walks and hikes for groups all year round. All equipment is provided to leave in peace with his fellow traveler. Our association also offers animal mediation sessions, adapted for people in fragile situations. We participate in public and private events (birthdays, weddings...).

The Petit Trianon was built between 1763 and 1768 by the architect Gabriel, requested by Madame de Pompadour, mistress then friend of king Louis XV. Mme de Pompadour was the former mistress of the king but still his friend. She was the instigator of this little palace, built by Gabriel from 1763 to 1768 near the botanical gardens and the new menagerie to entertain him with one of his passions : sciences. To please the Marchioness, always aware of the last trend, the architect changed his rocky aesthetics to adopt pure lines and cubic shape. It was the latest architectural style, called “the Greek style”. It is not as simple as it looks like : each frontage is different, built to reply to its surrounding : the Courtyard, the French Garden and its lovely pavilion, the Botanical Garden and the Flower Garden. Even inside we find a modern style. The decoration of the Small Trianon is more simple than the rest of the estate. It is not about materials, you will notice the absence of gold for example, but more about the fineness and elegance of the sculptures dedicate, like the palace, to nature. Sadly, Mme de Pompadour died before the completion of the Palace in 1764. Nowadays it keeps the souvenir of an other inhabitant : Louis XVI made a gift of the Trianon Estate to his queen Marie-Antoinette in 1774. She lived there a distant life from the court, maybe too distant for some of the courtier.

At the heart of the Perche regional natural Park, come and visit a small, family-run goat farm, on an authentic estate in Corbionne Valley. Malvina sells soaps & cosmetics made from goat’s milk, wool for knitting and her mohair creations using the hair from her angora goats. With a prior booking, take a guided tour of the farm and the various production workshops (1.5 hour tour).

Water rules around here, whether in lakes, clear streams, boggy meadows or wet woodlands, it imposes its presence on every living species. Only visitors can keep their feet dry, thanks to a path built on piles. Their journey will be accompanied by the song of the large gold and large marsh grasshopper or the short-winged conehead, another wetland grasshopper. The praying mantis, previously completely unknown in Basse-Normandie, is particularly abundant. The lesser marbled fritillary, a butterfly also known as the "grande violette" in French, despite its orange colour, can be seen flying in July and August. The area is a breeding ground for wetland birds, such as the common Grasshopper warbler. Rare orchids flower undisturbed. Without grazing or mowing, this orchid would disappear under pressure from the sedges. On the banks of the Corbionne, the European White Elm can be identified in the spring by its lash-lined seeds. Discovery trail located at "Les Grands Prés". Accessible to people with reduced mobility. Guided tours only available from the Parc du Perche and the Commune de Bretoncelles.

The Donjon de Houdan is a 12th-century tower commissioned by the Counts of Montfort. This historic monument is also a cultural venue, offering exhibitions, concerts... The Tower (commonly known as ‘Le Donjon’), built in the 12th century under the reign of the Counts of Montfort, and listed as a Historic Monument since 1889, was designed to watch out for enemies and defend the territory. But in reality, its main role was to act as a deterrent, as it was reputed to be impregnable. Built on the site of an ancient Merovingian necropolis, it originally consisted of an enclosure and a master tower. The enclosure, which has now disappeared, was fitted with a circular turret to defend the gateway. The access door -via a drawbridge-, initially situated 4 metres above ground level and then raised to 6 metres in the 15th century, was the only access to the large room on the 1st floor reserved for the military chief. Sometimes associated with the Duchy of Brittany and sometimes with the crown of France, Le Donjon was given by Louis XIV, with the county of Montfort, to the Duke of Luynes. The latter sold it in 1800 to an innkeeper from Houdan, citizen Leroy. Successively owned by various familie, the place was bequeathed by the latter to the town of Houdan in 1903. It presents traces of its history through its numerous graffiti, some dating from the 17th century. Used as a reserve, then as a prison and later a water tower, it underwent a certain number of changes in order to adapt to its new functions. The water tower, whose first metal tank was installed in 1880, was functional until the 1950s. In 1952, a new, more solid concrete tank was built. The tank is still present to this day, as well as part of the concrete uprights used to support it. Le Donjon consists of a tower 15 m in diameter and 25 m high, flanked by 4 turrets of the same height located at the four cardinal points. MONUMENTAL WORKS Like any historical monument requiring renovation, the work on the dungeon was difficult and complicated due to the historical, architectural aspect and the planning constraints of the monument. No less than 3 and a half years of work were necessary to allow the site to regain a second lease of life and to be able to welcome the many visitors, curious to discover or rediscover this flagship monument of the Houdan landscape. From now on, young and old will be able to explore the dungeon from bottom to top!

The church was built in 1865 by the abbot Migorel. As it is listed as a "Monument Historique", the building is protected. Its bell tower is quite unique, and is home to the virgin Mary and the two little kids from Savoy: Maximon and Mélanie.

Picnic table at Condé sur Huisne

Between Evreux and Dreux, visit the war cemetery where are buried 19,794 German soldiers who were killed in Normandy during the Second World War. The cemetery was mainly built when the Allied troops moved towards Paris and the river Seine. The American Graves Registration Service had its soldiers buried there as well as German soldiers. A contemporary chapel was built in 1964 and a hall provides historical explanations.

Picnic table at Dorceau

If you are looking for an unusual place to visit, Calvados Morin is the place to go in Ivry-la-Bataille. Calvados Morin is one of the oldest calvados producers, renowned throughout the world and specialized in the blending and ageing of up-market Calvados. The tour, guided by the cellar masters, starts with a little bit of history about the industry and a presentation of Calvados. You will then get to the originality of the place: troglodytic cellars hollowed out of the hillsides of the Eure Valley where hundreds of casks are stocked. A unique setting in Normandy, ideal for Calvados and alcohol ageing. After the tour that lasts about 1 hour, time for a tasting session with the cellar master.

Boiscorde Manor spans over several buildings dating from the 15th and 16th Centuries. The entrance is flanked by two round towers , one of which incorporates a massive dovecote. The Manor can be visited from the outside, and its gable boasts some beautiful mullion windows.

Alain Vernholes can tell you a story about each and every one of the 500 trees he himself has planted on his lande in Boiscorde, Rémalard. Weather permitting, the guided tours take place every Sunday afternoon from mid-September to mid-November, with the point of departure at the Tourist Office.

Bar, restaurant, grocery store, bread and pastry shop. West France and Le Perche. Traditional cuisine . Catering from Monday to Friday lunchtime.

Restaurant grill pizzeria, rooms on the floor and on the ground floor.

Ideally located on the town hall square, the Café du Commerce welcomes you from Monday to Saturday, market dishes for lunch and in season, plates to share until 9pm from Thursday to Saturday with a nice selection of wines.

The Clos Saint André Restaurant serves up refined dishes made with seasonal and locally sourced ingredients. The owners provide a friendly welcome and a warm atmosphere in a "handmade", craft-inspired decor that evolves throughout the year.

Le Bistrot des Ecuries offers you a real Bistrot cuisine composed of simple, quality products from the region. Some typical Austrian dishes are added to the menu. The Bistrot des Ecuries is also: a wine bar, guest rooms, a Boutique (wine world and the Epicerie de l'Huisne with its local products), the Ecurie H (stop for horse riders, quarry and obstacle park at your disposal ...) Wide spacing of the tables, hydroalcoholic gel at the entrance and in the toilets, masks worn by the staff, cleaning and disinfection of the premises after each service, strict rules of hygiene in the kitchen and in the dining room.

Bar, tobacco shop, restaurant at lunchtime from Monday to Saturday, newspapers, post office. Nearby : The Montligeon Chapel, the Réno Val Dieu forest, the ruins of the Val Dieu abbey, Mortagne-au-Perche city.

Relaxing place: a fireplace, cotton tablecloths and towels, elegant and cosy atmosphere, where the studied lighting enhances the works of the artists on display. In addition to the home-made preparation of breads, sorbets and ice creams, Jérôme Lambert also cooks seasonal, à la minute meals. Located at the traffic lights in Chandai, a small village eight kilometres from Center Parcs (Les Bois-Francs) and L'Aigle, the Ecuyer Normand offers a quality, fair table. Free Wifi. Dear guests, Within our establishment, we respect barrier gestures and social distancing. All our premises, furniture and equipment are regularly disinfected. Wearing a mask is compulsory for you (except once at your table) and the staff. Hydroalcoholic gel is available at different places in the establishment. Also in order to facilitate the respect of all the sanitary measures which are imposed to us by the current situation, we privilege the reservation. We look forward to welcoming you in our establishment.

Bar brasserie traditional cuisine, grilled meats. Every Thursday in winter we serve calf's head, organization of theme evenings (mussels and French fries, paella etc.). Possibility of group meals minimum 10 covers on Friday evening and Saturday evening on reservation, outside terrace.

We are located in a small village and are the only business. Tranquillity assured. The name of the restaurant is related to the origin of the place, it was a bakery in the past, this pretty oven is still present and makes the charm of the establishment. The menus change every weekend. Reserve your table from Wednesday afternoon or Thursday morning at the latest, for lunch on weekends.

Specialities: saveloy, grilled meat, beef ribs, beef tartar, Mac Doudard burger.ect....

Opening 01/04/2020 > 01/11/2020 For nature and fishing lovers… Weekend breaks and holidays in the countryside in the Eure-et-Loir! At Huttopia Senonches Holiday Village, enjoy the indoor heated swimming pool, the forest spa and the national forest to relax and unwind just 90 minutes from Paris.

In the heart of the Avre valley, secret and full of charm, Cédric warmly welcomes you to Hâvre de Saint Germain. It is a beautiful property located in the heart of this very cute little village. At the entrance, the outbuilding, former bread oven, hosts 2 small cottages including this one, on one level with its nice garden just for you. You will appreciate its warm atmosphere in a rather modern decor, with the concern for quality and comfort. For hikers, the GR22 is just down the street! The cottage is on one level : entrance to the living room with sitting area, small kitchen, beautiful bright bedroom (1 double bed 160x200 and 1 single bed), bathroom (walk-in shower) with toilet. Nice little private garden just in front with its garden furniture. A second gîte for 2 pers. is on the floor. This beautiful region of the gates of Normandy, on the borders of Perche and Ile de France is rich in historical and natural heritage to discover : beautiful lush and picturesque landscapes along the Avre or the Eure a very small little further.

In the heart of the secret and full of charm Avre valley, Cédric warmly welcome you to Hâvre de Saint Germain. It is a beautiful property located in the heart of this very cute little village. At the entrance, the outbuilding, former bread oven, welcomes the small cottage on the ground floor and a comfortable bed and breakfast, real apartment. A little further, the house, traditional farmhouse, is home to another very nice guest room on the ground floor, and welcome you for gourmet breakfasts. You will appreciate the warm atmosphere in a rather modern decor, always with the concern for quality and comfort. For hikers, the GR22 is just down the street ! The others will love this pretty little area of the countryside and its landscapes often at the edge of the water, always close to services and leisures. On the ground floor of the house, the bedroom is very nice and comfortable, overlooking the garden, with a large double bed (160x200) and a spacious and bright bathroom. On the floor of the outbuilding, the detached apartment is a beautiful attic very cocoon area and well furnished in suite with the bedroom, living room and small kitchen ; shower room with wc. The walled garden is very nice, with trees, with nice little areas where to settle on sunny days. Between the countryside and the city, this region offers many sightseeing and recreation.

A guaranteed break from the stress of life in this authentic, private country house! Located in the heart of the Perche-Ornais region, just 1 km from the Eure-et-Loir river, you'll enjoy the tranquility of this peaceful setting, nestled in a small wooded area. The train station, shops, and other activities are 6 km away. Completely detached, old farmhouse. Ground floor: living room with lounge (stove), kitchen and utility room, office space ideal for teleworking (printer), bedroom (double bed 160 x 200 cm), shower room, separate toilet, games room (satellite TV - sound bar - DVD player - karaoke - CDs - numerous board games - books - puzzles - armchairs). Upstairs: bedroom (double bed 160 x 200 cm) and bedroom (3 single beds 90 x 200 cm). Baby crib and high chair. High-performance electric heating. 2,500 m² unfenced garden surrounded by fields with an unfenced pond that can be drained in summer. Bicycle storage. Swing set with swing and slide, adult swing, ping-pong table, mini goal, and various games. Furnished terrace, barbecue, deckchairs. Parking. Well-behaved pets welcome if over 1 year old (€10/day).

La Boissière, an outstanding property in this pretty little Normandy area, is home to the beautiful and unusual Maison Oiseaux. This dependence full of charm offers you a stay out of time, where young and old will be filled : really warm atmosphere between the spirit country house, the beautiful furniture and old objects, the decoration at once sober and playful, the extraordinary collections from Philippe, the very current comfort, the quality and the sense of the detail, the trademark of house, and the sense of the reception of Kate. As far as leisure is concerned, it's impossible to get bored between the tour of the park, the visit to the backyard, a game of tennis or a dip in the swimming-pool, library and games inside. Entrance to the floor by a staircase (half floor) on the beautiful and friendly kitchen dining room, with wood stove, which gives on the other side, park side, on an smart terrace which in season will be a real plus of the house. On the upper floor, you access to the living room, with its sitting area (2 single beds 90X180) and 2 bedrooms : the first one (bed 180x200) is spacious and bright with relaxation area and bathroom with toilet, the other (double bed), with sloping ceilings, is smaller, nevertheless warm and playful. Very nice bathroom with large shower and bath, the toilets are detached. Attached to the house of Kate and Philippe, with access to the entire park.

Ideal family: outside or inside, everything is planned to occupy young and old! The large bedroom upstairs or the outbuilding both act as a games room depending on your wishes and the season. The owners will be able to share with you the care of nearby animals and guide you on the outings around (multiple hiking trails and visit to the heart of Perche). Independent old house with electric heating included. Ground floor: living room with dining room and lounge (open fireplace, sofa bed, TV), equipped kitchen, bedroom (double bed 160 cm), bedroom (double bed 160 cm), bathroom with walk-in shower, separate toilet. Floor: landing with library, bedroom (double bed 160 cm), bedroom (double bed 160 cm), large living room (bench with 2 single beds and 2 extra mattresses with TV, babyfoot "Bonzini " and games or teleworking table, attic bathroom with wc. nGarden closed and planted with trees of 1500 m2 with pétanque court, basketball hoop and outdoor games (bow, badminton, etc.). Games room: ping-pong table, children's table football and darts. Bike room with sink and indoor barbecue. Enclosed pond nearby with ducks, geese and farmyard animals. Sheep and goats.

A little paradise in a little Normandy area... we can paraphrase the song because that's really what this gite and its adorable garden inspires, in a superb environment overlooking the small town and the valley . The magic of the place is already due to its history : we are at the edge of the walkway, on the old ramparts of Nonancourt, next to an almost thousand-year-old tower, at Normandy gates. Nicole and Robert have transformed this old barn into a full of charm holiday home, warm and fully thought out for your well-being. They have retained all its authenticity, enhanced by a decoration mixing contemporary with old, always with great taste and a sense of detail. The garden is a real little cocoon, enclosed by walls and all open to this magnificent view : a lounge and deckchairs allow you to enjoy it. In fine weather, right next door, the swimming pool area, also enclosed by walls, for good moments of relaxation or games. Entrance to the bright living room which brings together the fully equipped kitchen, the dining area and the lounge with tv. You will also find a separate toilet and a laundry room. Upstairs, a twin bedroom with desk and a double bedroom (160x190), a modern bathroom with walk-in shower and a separate toilet. On the ground floor, the bay window gives you access to the pleasant south-facing terrace where garden furniture and deckchairs await you. The garden, just for you, is enclosed by walls and is around 150 m². Next door, the swimming-pool area is shared with the owners (8x5m above ground, heated swimming-pool, accessible from Easter holidays to mid-October). For this nonancourtois stay, you don't need a car, everything will be close at hand : small shops, restaurants, etc. In addition, Nicole has prepared a small area for you with all the aromatic herbs you will need.