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Entering the Marais is open space and space. You are here in private gardens, stroked by channels, classified as UNESCO's Natural Heritage. We live here at another pace. But to avoid losing, especially at night, better take a plan at the Office de toursime or opt for a guided visit to observe the fauna and flora and understand the history of this place that nourished Bourges and failed the army of Caesar. Do not think of taking a boat to walk on the water because here they are rare and belong to the gardeners who use them to join their parcel.

Tariff: free.

Duration: 2 h.

Difficulty: .

Guided tours of the city take place in summer. Contact the Tourist Office. In the summer there are night visits in the light of the torchlight where the construction of Chartres's city will be told with force animations and almost historic reconstructions. Please contact the Tourist Office. You can also leave in the old town of Chartres with a specified course. On a rocky spur overlooking the Loir, the city is built under the shelter of the mighty castle and church of Madeleine whose oldest origins date back to the th century, and still has a Romanesque architecture of the th century. The medieval neighborhoods encircle the castle. «The old districts», as they are readily named, are the remains of the Renaissance de la Renaissance, which is saved by the fire that destroyed most of the city in 1723. Through the streets and streets, we discover a beautiful range of half-timbered houses with richly carved doors. Classical town planning is ordered around the square of 18-October -1870.

Circuit of sites and abbeys. Follow the signs from Nogent-le-Rotrou. You will cross the percheron landscape by taking small winding roads and crossing the hills. The ancient Abbey Saint-Denis in Nogent, Notre-Dame Abbey of the Val d'Arcisses in Brunelles, Abbaye Abbey Abbey in Thiron-Harboring, Saint Peter priory in Ceton and the former Royal Abbey of Clairets are Forced passages. At the same time, with beautiful valleys, you will discover the religious buildings, farms and mansions of which Le Perche is full.

Enjoy a pleasant visit to the city. The capital of the Counts of the Perche, dominated by the Saint John Castle and its magnificent donjon, built on a rocky spur 50 metres above the large valley of the Huisne, has noble mansions with rousses tiles and beautiful churches: Notre-Dame, the Church of the Nativity (th century), in an adjoining chapel, the tomb of Sully and his wife, lords of Nogent, the church Saint-Laurent, the Saint-Hilaire Church, the house of Bailly which you can see the outside, the bandstand, etc.

This privileged tour will take you into the Caisse d'Epargne buildings, the old weddings room of the city hall and the civil state and its structure.

The guided tour entitled "Heart" will lead you to the deepest of Dreux. You will discover a city such as the locals living daily between the streets, the banks of the Blaise, the parks and with the audiovisual library, theatre or cinema. The second guided tour proposed by the city of Dreux concerns the historic centre of the city. Indeed, the guide will take you from the Royal Chapel to the belfry passing through the old Hotel Dieu or the Tourelle Turret of the Porte Gate. The tourist office will allow you to visit the many corners of the city and will issue the secrets.

From this fortified city on the Loir, there are some towers and two doors: that of Boisville dating from the th century and that of Saint-Roch of the th century. Visit the interesting th century Notre-Dame church, the steeple of the th century. The Abbey was founded in 857 by a knight named Coots and Charles, king of Provence, the great grandson of Charlemagne. In 911, it will be burned by the Norman people. The abbey gate dates back to the 1793 th century, the adjoining church was partially destroyed in.

With an audio guide, stroll quietly in the streets of Chartres, discover monuments and neighbourhoods that deserve a little detour: the history of Chartres is carved in their stones, and thus crosses the centuries and wars. Notice, therefore, to lovers of history and curious to apprehend the city otherwise: Visit the Tourist Office to borrow an audio guide and then conduct the tour independently.

This exceptional vestige of the th-century steel industry allows us to return to the past of the blast furnaces. At the time, there remains the pavement of the pond (17 metres wide), the coal hall, the blast furnaces and the house of the master of the forges that are classified as historic monuments.

Philippe Sautereau offers his agricultural activity for walks in carriage. These walks can be done in a 5 km circle or around the farm or in any other place. Its various teams can animate a party or local event like a Christmas market. But it is of course for weddings that his benefit is most appreciated to drive the bride to the church and precede the procession.

As one of the most beautiful villages in France, it would be a shame to go next to Lavardin without taking the time to discover its best kept history and secrets. The tourist office offers guided tours throughout the year. According to the theme you have chosen, you will be able to visit the ruins of the castle, explore the picturesque streets, visit the religious buildings and even understand the role of Lavardin in the Second World War.

Tariff: between 4 € and 10 €.

Duration: 1 a. m. to 2 p. m.

Difficulty: .

You may know Nancay for his sandenews (gourmets!) or for his radiotelescope, the fourth in the world. But did you know that this vast commune of Sologne was also a paradise for hiking? If you still doubt it, we invite you to put yourself in legs with this short walk. Easily accessible, it is particularly recommended for families. It also has the advantage of combining nature and culture: you will discover the castle of the village. Built in the xiith century, it was rebuilt between the xve and sixteenth centuries and restored again in 1855. Today, many architectural elements are included in the supplementary inventory of Historic Monuments.

Tariff: free.

Distance: 2 km.

Duration: 1 h.

Difficulty: easy.

The question is: Randoland playback and educational cards are available for download for this walk; find out about www.randoland.fr.

At the heart of Sologne, on the natural estate of the Courcimont farm, classified as «Green Station», you can, small and large, walk, between pond and forest, pony or horse. At the pace of the steps of your mount you will take the time to discover a lush nature, ready to offer you its most beautiful colors. As a bonus for all children, a diploma of cavalier emeritus will be awarded after this pleasant stroll.

The Four Roads Equestrian Centre is the specialist for Sologne cycling, in its woods and surrounding ponds, around Menestreau in Villette. Philippe Thoret welcomes you and offers horse and pony rental, hiking (from a few hours to one or more days), the hire of a limousine for one hour or on the occasion of an event (wedding, birthday…). The centre is also a horse pension and a cottage for hikers.