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Discover captivating Mondeville, Essone, Ile de France

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Nestled in the heart of Essonne, Mondeville serves as an ideal starting point to explore the treasures of Ile de France. Whether you are a nature lover, history enthusiast, or seeking relaxation, this charming locality offers a diverse range of activities.

Firstly, indulge in stunning hikes along the Essonne River, providing breathtaking glimpses of the region's natural landscapes. Marked trails...
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Henson - Pays de Fontainebleau
14 km

Henson - Pays de Fontainebleau

Come and live the Henson adventure! From beginners to advanced riders, the Espace Equestre Henson - Pays de Fontainebleau offers you the opportunity to (re)discover the natural, cultural and historical heritage of the Fontainebleau region. A desire to share around horses and nature. The creation of this "Espace Equestre Henson", at the gates of the village of Barbizon, in Saint-Martin-en-Bière, by the Olympic rider Roger-Yves Bost and his wife Cyrille, is the story of a whole life based on a common passion: the horse. Settled for many years on the edge of the Fontainebleau forest with his family, Bosty has been able to build up a relationship of trust and complicity with his horses over time, training them for performance in view of major international competitions, while using this precious tool that is the forest: this stress-free environment, where the connection with the animal is multiplied, both horse and rider benefiting from a moment of osmosis. The dream of being able to share these unique moments with as many people as possible and this relationship with the plant and animal world became a reality thanks to a magnificent encounter: the meeting with the "Hensons", these rustic, versatile horses adapted to outdoor riding for all; the meeting with one of the founders of their breed, Dominique Cocquet and his team; but also the sharing of the same philosophy: the horse. An escape to places full of emotions Henson horses will take you on a journey of discovery of the exceptional natural, cultural and historical heritage of the Fontainebleau forest. A land of inspiration for 19th century painters, a hunting ground for the sovereigns who stayed at the sumptuous Château de Fontainebleau, this 22,000 hectare "Forêt d'Exception®" invites you to travel through the diversity of its landscapes. We offer you the chance to experience unique moments every day by reservation: discovery rides (3h) and passion rides (3h) for exceptional equestrian experiences. We also offer themed rides, please contact us for more information. Accompanied horse rides: structure adapted to riders with a beginner to advanced level (from 1m40 minimum). Welcome to Terre Henson, in the Pays de Fontainebleau!

Espace Equestre Henson 2 Chemin des Brulys 77630 Saint-Martin-en-Bière
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Barbizon school museum: the Ganne Inn
15 km

Barbizon school museum: the Ganne Inn

It is difficult to know precisely when the inn was built. Before 1820, the only inns in the region were at Chailly. Alfred Sensier, friend of Théodore Rousseau and a historian of Barbizon, gives the date of 1824. A return to the time of the painters of the forest of Fontainebleau. The museum of the school of Barbizon is spread over two sites : the Ganne Auberge and the Workshop-House of Theodore Rousseau. One is the principal historical way-points of the artists who came to work in the forest of Fontainebleau (1830-1875). The other is the Workshop where the famous landscape artist Theodore Rousseau lived from 1847 until his death in 1867. The Exhibition Rooms of the Auberge restore the friendly atmosphere so dear to the Peint'à Ganne, thanks to the furniture and decors and through a hundred different works (Jean-François Millet , Narcisse Diaz de la Peña , Constant Troyon , Rosa Bonheur...). Luck has had it that the newspaper “L’Illustration” published a full report in 1853, illustrated with engravings, showing the pictorial treasures hidden inside this modest inn, the major part of which has come miraculously down to us. The very serious Revue des Arts published in 1854 a guided tour of the three ground floor rooms and detailed the decorations. Has have helped us reconstruct the rooms at the inn at its most brilliant period. The painted furniture and panels and the way the rooms are presented are a good representation of the painters’ inn. The restoration of the upper floor started in 1990, has revealed decoration painted or drawn by the artists when staying in the rooms. Three exhibits show the work of the Barbizon School with landscape and animal themes. A very attractive audiovisual presentation takes you back to the time of the painters of the Barbizon School Leaving behind them Parisian studios and academicism, the "painted in Ganne" came together in the Auberge de Barbizon to paint "sur le motif" and for very bohemian parties.

92 Grande rue 77630 Barbizon
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Gîte Apremont
15 km

Gîte Apremont

Located in the heart of the village of Barbizon, the cottage has been st up in an old Briarde farmhouse, the exposed stone walls and the contemporary decoration create a soothing atmosphere. The cottage is on one level with a small step at the entrance; the kitchen is fully equiped; the livig room/lounge is comfortable with sof and armchairs; the large bedroom has 2 single bed which can be aranged in a double one; a laundry room is avalaible. You have the courtyard where you can park your car. The courtyard allows you to have lunch in the shelter in case of rain ine the summer while enjoying the garden with a fis pond. Deckchairs, parasol, garden furniture and barbecue are at your disposal. Renowned village for its 19th century painters, Barbizon is on the edge of the forest of Fontainebleau; all the shops (bakery, grocery store, caterer, butcher...) as well as restaurants are nearby. You can visit the museums of the village, the galleries and painters'studio that line the main street. To walk in the forest, you have guides and IGN maps available ine the cottage. If you prefer discovering the forest on horseback or by a bike ride, companies in the village would offer adapted services to your desires. And the forest of Fontainebleau remains a privileged place for lovers of rock climbing. The Aprmeont gîte is ideallu located for a moment of relaxation or for practicing a sport. Denise, your host, welcomes you to this charming cottage in the old family farm.

66 Grande rue 77630 Barbizon
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Saint-Denis Church
7 km

Saint-Denis Church

The church of Moigny changed a lot throughout the centuries. Several curiosities can be seen inside of it. The church of Moigny-sur-École was built during the 12th century, when it was the first Gothic age. However, some traces of Roman art were found on the altar. The church was greatly damaged during the Hundred Years War which led to a rebuilding of the church at the end of the 15th century. The bell tower was totally rebuilt during the 16th century. Those numerous works throughout the centuries gave a dissymmetrical look to the church. The only vestiges remaining of the 12th century’s church are a part of the arches. All parts of the church are made of different architectural styles and the inside is full of decoration, especially a magnificent fresco representing the education of Virgin Mary by Sainte Anne. The modillion cornice of the apse is adorned with a frieze, which is extremely rare in the Gâtinais, also it is one of the oldest parts of the church. The frieze is a representation of 40 human faces who are the elders of the Apocalypse, but only 32 faces are still visible nowadays. Inside the church, a fresco of the education of Virgin Mary is located on the spandrel, near the transept. It can hardly be seen nowadays. This fresco is quite original as it represents the Earth as flat. It is supposed that the fresco was made before 1492 and the European discovery of America when people still believed the Earth was flat. The church and several pieces of furniture (the bell, some statues, a painting of the pilgrims of Emmaus) were classified as part of the Monuments Historiques in 1926. The stained-glass windows are contemporary because they were made in 2006 when the church was restored, also they are inspired by important moments from the Bible. The church of Moigny is dedicated to Saint-Denis (Saint Denis) also known as Saint Denis of Paris. He lived during the 3rd century and was from Italy. He was the first bishop of Paris. The legend goes that he died as a martyr and beheaded with other saints in Montmartre and then was buried in Saint-Denis. The basilica Saint-Denis was built at the place where he was buried. This basilica is also the place where most Kings and Queens of France are buried. Saint Denis is always represented holding his own head in his hands. He is the secondary patron saint for the French monarchy. SOURCE: Mairie de Moigny-sur-École, “Le Patrimoine Religieux de Milly-la-Forêt et de la Communauté de Communes des 2 Vallées” des Amis de Milly-en-Gâtinais et Environs, Parc Naturel Régional du Gâtinais Français

Grande Rue 91490 Moigny-sur-École
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The Cyclop by Jean Tinguely
8.9 km

The Cyclop by Jean Tinguely

A unique artistic discovery hidden in the forest of Milly-la-Forêt In the heart of the wood of Milly-la-Foret hides a 22.50 meter sculpture of 350 tons of steel. A concrete sculptural work, made of metal and covered partially with mirrors, high as a seven-storeyed building, it takes center stage at the heart of the forest of Milly. Monumental and hidden, it scrutinizes the environment with its unique and golden eye. When the mythological monster wakes up, starts up and mutters, the visitor is invited to enjoy an experience of total art. Jean Tinguely, his wife Nikki de St Phalle and their friends began the building site in 1969. Numerous artists collaborated in a family and festive atmosphere. Without authorization and with their own deniers, they worked from recycled materials. But the Cyclop being regularly vandalized, Jean Tinguely had to entrust his big work to the French State in 1987. Finished 25 years after the first works, the Cyclop is inaugurated and opened to the public in 1994. It is registred on the inventories of the National Art collection of contemporary art, a state collection managed by the National Centre for the Visual Arts (CNAP). Due to security measures, children under 8 years old (even accompanied) can’t come inside the sculpture. Access around the Cyclop is free. Only guided visits inside the Cyclop and are lasting 45 minutes. There is an online ticketing service available to book your visit to the Cyclop in advance. Tickets can also be purchased on site, but it is strongly recommended to book ahead to secure your spot, as guided tour groups are limited to a maximum of 25 visitors. Access: Highway A6, egress point 13 Milly-la-Foret, direction Milly-la-Foret. At the traffic circle arriving to Milly, direction Etampes (D837). 200 meter ahead, turn right on the finger wave track "Le Cyclop" until the parking. Then walk for 10 minutes on the pedestrian track leading to the sculpture.

Bois des Pauvres 91490 Milly-la-Forêt
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Eglise Notre Dame de l'Assomption à Milly-la-Forêt
10 km

Eglise Notre Dame de l'Assomption à Milly-la-Forêt

The church of Milly-la-Forêt was firstly founded during the 11th century. It was once the chapel of the castle de la Bonde before becoming the church of the city. Firstly, it was a chapel that was adjacent to the feudal castle during the 11th century. It became a collegiate church during the 12th century, was ruled by clerks and belonged to the diocese of Sens. The church became parochial during the 14th century. Sadly, it was damaged a lot and burnt by Englishmen, just like the whole city, during the Hundred Years War. Later, it was only rebuilt in 1485 in a Gothic style under the reign of Louis Malet de Graville, lord of Milly-la-Forêt. He was also very close to King Louis XI. He was also the one who managed to build the market hall and made numerous works onto the castle de la Bonde. In 1603, the chapel of Virgin Mary was built thanks to Renée d’Averton, the wife of a governor. The church was extended with the addition of a facade and an aisle. The vaults under the chapel were looted and the bones were spreaded during the French Revolution. The lower part of the 57 meters high bell tower was built during the 11th century. The higher part is of Gothic style. Onto one of the facades, a litura funeris can be seen. On its East side, we can still see the coat-of-arms of the admiral de Graville. It can also be seen on the keystones of two choir’s spans representing three metal clasps with golden buckles. The coat-of-arms of the family Vendôme and of the marquise de Lau can also be seen in the church. The portal’s arch was once the portal of the old church of Saint-Pierre in Milly and could have been installed here in 1633. Also, a walled door is located on the North facade of the church. It was once a deads’ portal. Until the French Revolution, during the burial's masses, the coffin had to leave the church by another portal than the living. The church has three bells. The oldest one is very big and called Marie-Jeanne-Marie and was blessed in 1703. The other bells are smaller and were installed during the 19th century. The old rooster that was at the top of the church was replaced a few years ago and had traces of the hectic past of the city. Indeed, the rooster had a bullet hole dating back from World War II. The entry is made by the Western portal from the 19th century and is partly made of pieces from an old portal from the 12th century. During the 19th century, some important work was made such as the paving of the church. Inside the building, numerous masterpieces are classified. The remains of Saint Wulfram, a symbol for Milly, can be seen in a reliquary from 1841. Wulfram was the son of Fulbert, a close acquaintance of King of Franks, and was known for giving his belongings to the abbey of Saint-Wandrille de Fontenelle and also for having evangelized Friesland (in the Netherlands). Several tombstones were lost during the restoration of the nave but some others can still be seen from important persons. Some of those tombstones are 1,90 meter high. A modern representation of Christ on the cross can be seen and was made by the artist Chomo who gave it to the church back in 1991. The finely detailed lectern was made during the 17th century. The church was classified as part of the Monuments Historiques in 1926. A cavalry from the 15th century was also classified at the same time. The church is dedicated to the Assumption of Virgin Mary. This event is also called Dormition and celebrates her ascending into heaven for Orthodox and Catholics. Mary was the mother of Jesus and is the patron saint of mothers. SOURCE: Mairie de Milly-la-Forêt, “Le Patrimoine Religieux de Milly-la-Forêt et de la Communauté de Communes des 2 Vallées” des Amis de Milly-en-Gâtinais et Environs, Parc Naturel Régional du Gâtinais Français

Rue Langlois 91490 Milly-la-Forêt
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Gîte Apremont
15 km

Gîte Apremont

Located in the heart of the village of Barbizon, the cottage has been st up in an old Briarde farmhouse, the exposed stone walls and the contemporary decoration create a soothing atmosphere. The cottage is on one level with a small step at the entrance; the kitchen is fully equiped; the livig room/lounge is comfortable with sof and armchairs; the large bedroom has 2 single bed which can be aranged in a double one; a laundry room is avalaible. You have the courtyard where you can park your car. The courtyard allows you to have lunch in the shelter in case of rain ine the summer while enjoying the garden with a fis pond. Deckchairs, parasol, garden furniture and barbecue are at your disposal. Renowned village for its 19th century painters, Barbizon is on the edge of the forest of Fontainebleau; all the shops (bakery, grocery store, caterer, butcher...) as well as restaurants are nearby. You can visit the museums of the village, the galleries and painters'studio that line the main street. To walk in the forest, you have guides and IGN maps available ine the cottage. If you prefer discovering the forest on horseback or by a bike ride, companies in the village would offer adapted services to your desires. And the forest of Fontainebleau remains a privileged place for lovers of rock climbing. The Aprmeont gîte is ideallu located for a moment of relaxation or for practicing a sport. Denise, your host, welcomes you to this charming cottage in the old family farm.

66 Grande rue 77630 Barbizon
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