Historic Sites & Monuments

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.

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.

The top of the 60-metre tower of the prestigious cathedral, known as the "Jehan de Beauce", offers a unique panorama over Beauce and the town.

It is in this factory on the outskirts of Chartres, the world's stained-glass capital, that the Loire family has for 3 generations been crafting the works of art to be found in religious and public buildings all over the workd.

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!

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