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THE DOMFRONT CASTLE

Castles to visit
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The visit of the Castle of Domfront, an opportunity to dive back into the ... Read more
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ST. JULIAN'S CHURCH

Churches cathedrals basilicas and chapels
4/5
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Church located in the middle of the medieval town, with a tall, modern ... Read more
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NOTRE-DAME-SUR-L'EAU CHURCH

Churches cathedrals basilicas and chapels
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Church built by Guillaume de Bellême in the early 11th century at Domfront ... Read more
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LE TERTRE SAINTE-ANNE

Site of archaeology crafts and science and technology
Natural site classified as a Geopark, with hiking and mountain biking ... Read more
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CASTLE RUINS

Towers to visit
Remains of the oldest and largest castral enclosure, with a keep, sections ... Read more
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CHARLES LEANDRE MUSEUM

Specialized museum
The museum presents works by Charles-Léandre, and many objects donated by ... Read more
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MANOIR DE LA CHASLERIE

Castles to visit

La Chaslerie, Domfront and Lonlay share a common history. The first chaslerie was founded around 1015 by Guillaume I de Bellême, under the authority of the abbey of Lonlay. At the end of the 14th century, Pierre Ier Ledin, Viscount of Domfront (who is said to be the recumbent figure in Notre-Dame-sur-l'Eau church) was the owner. From 1598, René Ledin enlarged the dwelling, while his son rebuilt Notre-Dame-sur-l'Eau. Under the impetus of the current owners, the dwelling, adjoining towers, chapel and outbuildings have undergone major restoration: superb.

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