Historic Sites & Monuments

The Abbey of Thiron-Gardais was the mother abbey of one of the largest monastic orders of the middle ages, the Order of Tiron. Soak up the atmosphere of one of the great centres of medieval spirituality, with its themed gardens and tithe barn.

The modern, interactive museum starts by presenting the forest ecosystem before focusing in more detail on the outstanding natural beauty that can be found in Senonches forest. As you learn about the history of the forest, you will find out about ...

The Château de Moléans is a physical textbook of French architectural history... Tours of the exterior.

Enjoy a guided tour that will take you along the overhanging glass roof. Above the buttressed arches to arrive at the exceptional cast iron frame!

Guided visits of the town of Nogent-le-Rotrou on appointment. A walk around the old quarters of the town for individual visitors and groups.

Linked to the kingdom of France, on the border between the Duchy of Normandy and Thimerais, this stronghold house protected the village of la Gadelière during the Hundred Years' War. The village also has some characteristic remains.