Historic Sites & Monuments

In le Perche, a medieval fortress watches over the town. Around the rectangular 11th century dungeon, there is a Renaissance dwelling which houses an ethnographic and local history museum, as well as temporary exhibitions, slide shows, guided visits ...

A magnificent 12th-century church in traditional stone, displaying traces of Romanesque, Gothic and Classical architectural style without ever sacrificing its harmony. Remarkable frescoes, structure, lectern and altarpiece. Keys available from the ...

The historic town centre of Dreux, surrounded by stronghold remains, gives visitors a glimpse of the 15th century architecture today, which recalls the historical past of the Durocasses' city and how it changed over time to become the contemporary ...

Almost eight centuries' worth of history in terms of wine-growing and crafts in Drouais, recounted in the gothic cellars of the ancient Saint-Thibault priory; with fulling mills, wine-presses, draycarts, barrels and other traditional tools.

Discover and understand the post mill, typical to the Beauce region, and made entirely from wood.

A historic site on a rocky outcropping overlooking the Loir, set around the castle and the market square. A trip back in time through the steep, winding streets, past stone or half-timbered houses with rich decor, religious and civil buildings.