Uncover local gems around Camping Le Calvaire

Explore a village full of character and a farming area composed of grasslands, woods and lakes.

This hike is the second stage of an 8-day, 220-km circuit, the Tour des Collines du Perche. During this second stage, you will gradually leave the Vallée de l’Huisne and enter the forest area with its foothills, coming out at Bretoncelles before going back in and then reaching the village of Moutiers-au-Perche, which is nestled in the Vallée de la Corbionne.

La Moussetière Pepperpot Turrets A journey back in time among the forest and bocages. You will admire the manor houses, including those in La Moussetière, with round pepperpot turrets, and discover some of the curiosities of the Remalard area.

Say it with flowers! Explore the Perche area’s villages in bloom. A well-being route where the beauty of plants and flowers is combined with remarkable architectural heritage. Admire the castles and manor houses in Boissy-Maugis, Maison-Maugis and Monceaux-au-Perche, the impressive “cathedral of the fields” in La Chapelle-Montligeon and Réno-Valdieu’s majestic forest.

Discover a picturesque route through the forest, past the beautiful Étang de la Herse and its miraculous spring.

Departing from Bellême, this cycle ride idea is perfect for the whole family. This 38-km cycle ride will be an opportunity to explore the Perche area and its hilly landscapes.

This walk goes through the Woods of Saint Christophe where there often are horse riders. You will walk on the former royal ditches, medieval remains of the border between France and Normandy. This walk combines beautiful landscapes with plains and forests as well as heritage sites such as the pretty little church in Saint-Christophe-sur-Avre.

In the Pays d'Avre, d'Eure et d'Iton, the 9-km long (5 miles) Greenway Les Bois Francs provides relaxation for both the mind and the body. Rural landscapes, sweet and fresh undergrowth, traces testifying to the Roman or Norman histories, visit of Verneuil-sur-Avre, a former fortified city located on the border of the Duchy of Normandy and the Kingdom of France, etc.: this walk takes you to experience art, history and nature.

This trail offers a glimpse of the GR22 hiking trail that links Paris to the Mont-St-Michel and allows visitors to enjoy the joys of nature at the beginning of spring. From the bottom of the Avre valley, supplied by its tributary, the Meuvette, walkers get to the wooded hillsides - listed for the diversity of species found there - and admire the wet meadows. This watery landscape also gives pride of place to heritage sites.

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.

Upstairs from the town hall by outside staircase: entrance with sofa and TV, living room and fitted kitchen (induction hob, oven, microwave, dishwasher, fridge with freezer), bedroom (6 single bunk beds) and a second attic bedroom (double bed 140 x 190 cm, 2 single beds 90 x 190 cm), bathroom (3 showers, 2 washbasins, 2 WCs, washing machine with dryer). 3rd floor with mezzanine: 4 single beds 90 x 190 cm. Beds equipped with comforters and disposable sheets. No storage units. Cleaning included. Small dogs accepted on request. Room for bikes or motorcycles. River and petanque court 300 m away and public electric vehicle charging station. Unenclosed garden of approx. 500 m².

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!

The Moulin gîte is in the heart of the Alpes Mancelles nature reserve. To get there, leave the road and follow the Sarthon, the river that flows into the Sarthe, for 200 metres. It's an exceptional place to recharge your batteries and breathe! You can discover the Mont des Avaloirs and the entire southern part of the Normandie Maine Regional Nature Park. You're at the crossroads of 3 départements: Mayenne, Sarthe and Orne. The natural environment is remarkable. The Domaine de Trotté is a communal site open to the public, with a hiking trail close to the gîte. The village of Saint Pierre des Nids is 4km away, with all local shops. For leisure activities, you can go to the leisure centre at Saint-Cénéri-le-Gérei, just over 1km away, where you can go canoeing or kayaking, or to Saint Léonard des Bois (accrobranche course and other activities). Saint-Cénéri-le-Gérei has been designated one of France's most beautiful villages. River fishing in the Sarthon, 1st category, fishing licence required. Ground floor: living room 22m² (fireplace with wood burner, TV, dining room, sofa bed) - kitchen 10m² (electric hob, fridge, electric oven, freezer, dishwasher, microwave, coffee maker, kettle, toaster, etc.). A few steps lead up to the bathroom with shower tray, washbasin, hairdryer, washing machine and separate WC. 1 bedroom with 1 140*190 bed 2 bedrooms each with 2 separate 0.80*190 beds 1 cupboard or 1 chest of drawers, or even a desk. Baby equipment on request: cot, high chair. Enclosed garden area, one-piece dining table with bench, solid barbecue. Car park 80 m away. Other gîtes 200 m away. La Bataille, with 2 bedrooms, sleeps 5, and two stopover gîtes run directly by the local council.

In the heart of the Alpes Mancelles, the gîte La Bataille, on the Trotté estate, offers simple accommodation with 2 bedrooms, a large living room and a terrace with dining table for 5 people, close to numerous hiking trails. The site is ideal for exploring Mont des Avaloirs and the entire western part of the Normandie Maine Regional Nature Park. Just below the gîte, the Sarthon flows into the Sarthe. You're at the crossroads of 3 départements: Mayenne, Sarthe and Orne. The natural environment is remarkable. The Domaine de Trotté is a municipal site open to the public. The village of Saint Pierre des Nids is 4km away and has all the local shops you need. For leisure activities, you can go to the Saint-Cénéri-le-Gérei leisure centre, just over 1km away, where you can go canoeing and kayaking, or to Saint Léonard des Bois (accrobranche course, rock-climbing, ULM). River fishing, just below the gîte (map required). Saint-Cénéri-le-Gérei has been awarded the "Plus beaux villages de France" label. Other gîtes on site: Le Moulin, 200 metres away, with 3 bedrooms, sleeps 6, and two nearby gîtes d'étapes run directly by the local council.

Remarkable gîte in the Alpes Mancelles, 1.5km from Saint Cénéri-le-Gerei - classified as one of France's most beautiful villages - and 7km from Saint Léonard des Bois. Hiking, canoeing, mountain biking, tree climbing, the choice of activities in this natural area, the Normandie Maine Regional Nature Park. Stone, wood, terracotta floor tiles and nature are the words that best describe this vast house, set on a knoll overlooking the surrounding countryside. The river Sarthe flows below. On the ground floor, the living rooms open onto the outside. 3 main bedrooms, including one on the ground floor with its own shower room. A mezzanine area with low ceilings for 3 extra beds. Courtyard with games, swing and outdoor furniture around the house. All shops and services are 3.7km from the gîte, in the village of Saint Pierre des Nids.

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.

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).

Created in 1976, ten gardens are separated by walls and hedges of different colours and shapes. This is above all a garden of trees, shrubs and perennials chosen for their visual beauty all year round (flowers, autumn and winter colours) as well as for their botanical interest or rarity. The collections of pieris and daphnes have been approved by the Conservatoire des Collections Végétales Spécialisées (CCVS). Awarded the "Jardin Remarquable" label in 2004 and "Top des Parcs" national first prize in 2006.

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.

Seasonal fresh fruit and vegetables are available at Nicolas Verrier’s raised bed permaculture allotment. Bees are also kept on site and their honey is for sale.

Guided by specialists from the Normandy Karst study centre, discover every facet of this outstanding geological site: chalk with its fossils, the water circuit within the rock and the start of the formation of a natural (karstic) underground network and traces of exploitation of the former quarry for building stone, dating back centuries...

In the heart of the Perche hills, Les Jardins de la Licorne grows organic medicinal plants. Combining tradition and modernity, come and discover our fields of flowers in the heart of the bocage countryside, our innovative farming techniques that protect biodiversity, and our processing methods. Guided tour with free tasting and herbal teas for sale at the farm.

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.

Motte and bailey in its enclosure

Charming hotel in a protected village of the Perche In a green setting, the restaurant welcomes you in the old engine room of the mill, until the end of October During the winter it is at the table of the castle that you will be welcomed with an inventive cooking and full of flavours.

In the center of the prettiest village of the Perche, on the site of an old post house entirely restored in 2006, the Villa Fol Avril offers you: - its rooms of character, particularly spacious and comfortable - its menu based on fresh regional products.

We welcome you in a warm atmosphere to offer you a variety of services, such as dry cleaning, car registration, pickup relay point, proximity payment. We will be able to answer all your requests. Our restaurant also opens its doors to you to propose various formulas of greedy meals. Come and enjoy our tasty dishes made with fresh and seasonal products. At La Bonne Franquette, you are also invited to theme evenings throughout the year.

Former station restored to welcome all travelers, we offer local dishes prepared by the chef. Our shaded terrace also awaits you for your moments of relaxation. Bike parking at your disposal.

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.

COTÉ JARDIN, invites you to discover traditional cuisine featuring local flavors. Let yourself be seduced by the varied menu and treat yourself to an unforgettable culinary experience in and around Longny les villages.

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.

Pizzeria offering daily menu, located on Place de Longny with 32 indoor and 24 outdoor seats. Disabled access.

We welcome you in a friendly and warm atmosphere We also carry out various menus for your meals: Weddings, Birthdays... As well as a catering service to take away. we also offer a take-away catering service: hydro-alcoholic terminal, space of more than 1 meter between the tables, disinfection of the chairs after each service... Open from Monday noon to Friday noon and Saturday noon (only from November to April)

Charming hotel - restaurant in a small village of the Perche. Cards and menus worked mainly with fresh local products. Reception and services provided in a warm atmosphere. Fireplace and terrace according to the season. -Our Referent Covid-19 has adapted the directives of the Authorities to our hotel; he rigorously controls their application and makes them evolve to always welcome you in the best conditions. -Our team is trained and rigorously applies the reinforced procedures and barrier gestures; it obligatorily wears a mask. -We post the sanitary instructions wherever they are useful -We have organised the distance by means of road markings, direction of traffic, etc., without detracting from the comfort of your stay -Our health protocols are reinforced, especially on frequent points of contact such as door handles, switches, lift buttons, etc. -We use cleaning products that are effective against Covid-19 and are eco-labelled as much as possible -We recommend to book online to pay remotely, receive your invoice by email. -Your room and bathroom are rigorously cleaned and sanitized. Bed linen and towels are washed at a high temperature in accordance with the recommendations of the Authorities. Additional welcome products and pillows are available on request at the reception desk. -The service of your breakfast and meals is adapted. The tables are spaced 1 m apart, the tables cannot accommodate more than 10 people; if there are 12 of you, we will make 2 tables! We invite you to enjoy our terrace (if possible). Our menu is available in digital format or on slate. Wearing a mask is compulsory to move around. -The best proof of our commitment: we take care of you and your environment all day long, in front of you and in total transparency

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).

The Moulin de Courvoisier is a superb 3-hectare property dedicated to your events, nestled in a peaceful wooded valley crossed by a river. You will enjoy the swimming pool area for your cocktail receptions, a large games room, and a mini-farm with rabbits, guinea pigs, and goats to delight children. Reception hall (115 m²) for 80-100 people with a professional kitchen. Tableware, decorations, and photo booth rental available. 23 beds spread across 3 cottages: Cottage 1 (upstairs): living room with fully equipped kitchen, lounge with TV, 1 bedroom (double bed, single bed), 1 bedroom (double bed), 1 bedroom (queen-size bed), shower room, WC. Cottage 2 (upstairs): lounge with TV, kitchen, 1 bedroom (double bed, 2 single bunk beds), 1 bedroom (double bed), shower room with WC. Cottage 3: kitchen, dining room with lounge (TV and DVD player), and WC. Upstairs: 1 bedroom (double bed), 1 bedroom (double bed), 1 bedroom (double bed), 1 bedroom (two single beds), bathroom, toilet. Games room (pool, table football, darts). Terrace and pétanque court. Garden with an 8.5 x 4.5 m swimming pool, heated to 29°C from May to September, open for swimming only on Fridays. Private outdoor spa, enclosed by walls and with excellent views over the valley. 40-space parking lot.

Nestled in the heart of the Perche Regional Nature Park near Nogent-le-Rotrou, this colorful house is ideal for a relaxing stay in the authentic setting of the owners' farm. You will appreciate the comfort of its four bedrooms with private bathrooms and its large terrace. Enjoy a game of pétanque next to the small apple orchard or a picnic in the wooded park of the farm, and treat yourself to a moment of well-being in its SPA area (optional). Gîte adjoining the owners' farm. Ground floor: living room with TV and sofa bed 160x200 2 pers., library; living room with dining table and kitchen area; laundry room with washing machine and dryer; "green room" with bed 160x200 2 pers. and extra bed 80x190 1 pers. TV + separate shower room; "blue room" with bed 160x200 2 pers. TV, separate toilet and shower. Staircase with child safety barrier. Upstairs: "orange room" with bed 160x200 2 pers. and extra bed 80x190 1 pers., TV and bathtub; "red room" with bed 160x200 2 pers., desk, TV and shower. Separate toilet. Enclosed terrace, garden furniture, barbecue. Small apple orchard with private pétanque court. SPA area - 6 places (optional), adult bathrobes provided : 15 euros/hour Access to the farm's wooded park with chicken coop. Breakfast available as an extra: €8/person.

Gite located in the heart of the family farm, in the middle of the fields, with private garden, petanque ground and spa area.

In the heart of the Perche with an unobstructed view of the landscape, you will enjoy the calm of the place in the shade of a tree at the edge of the pond. You can also taste in season the fruits of the many apple trees, pear trees, cherry trees, mirabelle plums, walnut trees... from the orchard opposite the cottage. Detached country house. Ground floor: living room with dining room, lounge and kitchen, 1 bedroom (large double bed-160 cm), shower room, lavatory. Upstairs : attic, 1 bedroom (2 large double beds-160 cm). Central heating. Covered terrace. Large garden with orchard and unfenced pond. Possibility garage. Possibility extra room (1 double bed) in former stables with supplement of 50 €.

Small house typical of the Perche region, located in a small hamlet in the countryside near Nocé. Small living room, fitted kitchen and shower room on ground floor, upstairs 2 adjoining bedrooms with small bathroom and toilet. Individual garden with trees and garden furniture overlooking the countryside.

Bed and breakfast located in the Perche, in the heart of an organic farm, independent and fitted kitchen, bedroom with 1 double bed, living room with fireplace, possibility of sleeping in the living room with a sofa bed for 2 people, private shower room. Private terrace overlooking the countryside, quiet with garden furniture. Breakfast included in the form of a basket.

This very old house, carefully restored, combines comfort and tradition. Ideal place to stay to discover the Perche Regional Natural Park and all the attractions of this pretty region. Relative proximity to a railway line. Close to the greenway and pond and river allowing fly fishing. Restored independent house. Ground floor: entrance, bathroom (bath + shower), WC, laundry room. Half floor: living room (double sofa bed) with kitchen area. Attic floor: 3 bedrooms including 2 en suite bedrooms (1 double bed, 3 single beds, baby bed). Central heating. Garden. Possibility of additional baby bed.

Entire house with old charm in the countryside at 1h30 from Paris. Stay with all comfort at 2km from a small typical Percheron village: Bretoncelles. House of 140m2. 3 bedrooms including a master suite with bath and shower + a landing room with 2 convertible sofa beds, cot, high chair for baby, barbecue outside. Hiking trail in the forest just behind. One hectare of private land. Entirely closed ground. Outside, there are games for children such as a trampoline, ping-pong table, petanque balls, darts, swing, table soccer. For the animal lovers: On the immense ground which is entirely reserved to you, you will find in their enclosure a donkey and small dwarf goats. Part of the year they are in our other meadow at 10min. In this case you will be welcome to come and see them in our farm with the possibility of making ballads or pony rides for the children on simple request for free. Possibility of canoeing on the Huisne river at 5 min by car. Villeray Castle Spa is 8 minutes away by car to relax. Many restaurants with local products nearby.