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Walk along the Ozanne in Brou
The Ozanne and its riverside walk offer a relaxing route to explore the old wash houses. Brou ‘la Noble’, a barony of Perche Gouet, has preserved its beautiful architecture, including two listed half-timbered houses.
Frazé Castle and manor houses
Frazé’s architectural heritage is exceptional. Frazé Castle and Carcahu Manor are prime examples of this. The castle comprises various structures (15th, 17th and 19th centuries), whilst Carcahu Manor (16th–17th centuries) is unlike any other…
The Thironne at Montigny-le-Chartif
Set amongst woods and rivers, this route takes walkers through the lush countryside so dear to Marcel Proust, the illustrious guest of Illiers-Combray.
The Ambraye meadow
As well as the village, which offers a view of the keep of the old castle, the route takes you along the River Loir and around former gravel pits that form a natural wetland area home to numerous waterbirds and a distinctive flora.
The châteaux around Lanneray
Dating from different periods, the three châteaux of Lanneray mark your route through landscapes of woods, plains and valleys.
The Yerre Valley
A beautiful walk in the former fiefdom of the turbulent Gouet barons. Like Brou, La Bazoche continues a long tradition of fairs and markets. For over 100 years, the Percheron foal fair has been held on thefirst Saturday in November.
The Venice of Beauce
Bonneval invites you to take a stroll to discover its medieval town and its moats. Extend your walk with a trip on an electric boat through the ‘Little Venice of Beauce’, where you’ll discover numerous wash houses and waterways.
The listed site of Dheury
This site has retained a very picturesque appearance and offers the chance to see some beautiful houses with thatched roofs and to explore the Conie Valley.
Loir Valley from Bonneval
A lovely circular walk starting from Bonneval, the ‘Little Venice of Beauce’.
The Étang des Panses
The Étang des Panses lake can be seen along a path where it is not uncommon to encounter forest animals. After the forest, you will discover Percheron fruit trees at the Miermaigne conservation orchard; in mid-November, you can take part in the Apple Festival.
Near Thiron-Gardais Abbey
At the start, visit Thiron-Gardais Abbey, its themed gardens and the Grange aux Dîmes, then the route continues through the Perche countryside to Saint-Denis-d’Authou.
The woods of Moléans
This is undoubtedly one of the most enjoyable hikes in this wood. At the start, there is a beautiful view of Moléans Castle, followed by a lovely walk through the forest. Then there is a very pleasant crossing of the fords and a walk along the banks of the Loir. The return through the forest allows you to finish in peace and quiet.
The woods of Saint-Martin
Situated on the natural boundary formed by the River Loir between the Beauce and the Perche regions, Châteaudun is built on a rocky outcrop. The route takes you to Île Chemars along the River Loir before heading towards the Bois de Saint-Martin near Saint-Denis-les-Ponts.
The old quarters of Châteaudun
From the upper town to the lower town, this walking route allows you to explore the historic centre of Châteaudun and its finest monuments, as well as a section of the banks of the Loir, offering beautiful panoramic views of the town.
The Bois des Gâts forest in Châteaudun
Located on the natural border between Beauce and Perche formed by the Loir River, Châteaudun is built on a rocky spur. The route circles the remarkable natural site of the Bois des Gâts or Gas. Open to the public, this 23-hectare site is protected by the Natura 2000 programme.
The Abbeys of the Loir
On the edge of the Perche region, the Chemin de César winds its way through the forest to the Abbayes du Loir.
Bois Landry
The route alternates between open countryside and woodland. The private Bois Landry forest is managed sustainably. It also serves as a venue for forest school and nature discovery trips. Along the way stands the fortified farm of Grand Bois Landry (17th century), still surrounded by moats.
Circular walk around Saint-Pierre Chapel in Vouvray and the ponds
Walk starting from the car park at Douy church to explore Courgain Mill, situated at the bridge over the Loir. The route then passes near a castle at La Boulidière, descends along the road between the ponds and then follows a path towards the Vouvray footbridge to the old wash house and Saint-Pierre Chapel. The return journey follows the same route for part of the way, then veers off to skirt the ponds of the Basse Plaine, where you can spot coots and grey herons. The end of the walk leads to another bridge over the Loir, then past the Château du Prieuré before returning to Douy church.
The Yerre Valley
The Yerre river approaches, accompanied by scents and sounds that it seems to have carried from the depths of the forest, before flowing along the edge of the Perche region and joining the Loir river above Cloyes.
Around La Vinette
Beautiful views of the hills of Perche and the Vinette Valley. This route follows paths and small roads with little traffic.
Castles and Calvary Sights starting from Le Thieulin
The open space beyond the village offers views of the traditional buildings and the châteaux that dot the route: La Couture, Le Châtaignier and Lignerolles. The latter estate was vast in the 19th century; it stretched into the village and also included numerous woodlands. This route was developed in collaboration with the Eure-et-Loir Departmental Hiking Committee. Follow the yellow markings.
Route de Montigny-le-Gannelon pour les cerfs
This route will allow you to explore the northern and north-eastern parts of the village. The route is signposted throughout with the image of a roe deer.
Route de Montigny-le-Gannelon
Green route: this route will allow you to explore the western and south-western parts of the village. The route is signposted throughout with the image of a blackbird.
Between the Eure and Beauce
This walk combines the Beauce plain and its crops, a stretch through the forest and the ponds along the banks of the Eure, allowing you to enjoy a variety of landscapes. It is not difficult, and the elevation gain is minimal.