Historic Sites & Monuments

Nogent-le-Roi, the area's administrative capital, was built in the heart of the Eure valley. All its history is marked by its geographical situation. Discover the half-timbered houses, the Saint-Sulpice church, the chateaux and the deer park...

In the old classrooms you can discover a rare collection of objects and documents retracing the almost 1000 year-old history of the Abbaye de Tiron, the establishment of the college and the creation of twelve French Royal and military colleges.

Dive into history with Project Historial 279! An initiative designed to explore the key events that have shaped the world today.

Swann Park on the banks of the Loir, designed by Proust's uncle, is a place charged with romance and atmosphere. Based on the informal style garden, it made a profound mark on the author.

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.

The fortified complex was built in the 12th century by Hugh II of Châteauneuf, lord of Thymerais, as an outpost of the Capetian royal estate to defend against the Duchy of Normandy.