The best cycling routes around Crucey-Villages

The first mention of the existence of the Church of Saint-Martin de Nonancourt is a 12th-century charter, but the original building probably dates back to the 7th or 8th century. The bell tower that now occupies the middle of the façade dates from the reconstructions of 1204. During the Hundred Years' War, the church was largely destroyed, like many buildings in the region. The side aisles, nave, and choir were rebuilt in the 16th century. The Chapel of the Virgin, also known as the Chapel of the Rosary, was also added. The Church of Saint-Martin contains numerous works of art, some of which are listed: neo-Gothic and Renaissance furnishings, including the centerpiece, the pulpit, a veritable wooden lacework; a variety of statuary, a 16th-century organ case and finally an enigmatic fresco discovered during recent works in 2001. The stained-glass windows of the church constitute a truly remarkable collection, both in terms of their number (26 in total) and their quality. The lower windows of the nave are the oldest pieces, dating from the 1500s, while the upper windows date from the 1520s and 1530s.

The Saint-Eloi Saint-Jean-Baptiste church in Crécy-Couvé is currently being restored. The spire of its bell tower, which was leaning dangerously, has been dismantled and is currently stored in the church awaiting restoration.

The Church of Saint-Éloi-Saint-Jean-Baptiste is believed to have originally been the chapel of the Château de Couvé, the first known mention of which dates back to 1215. This château belonged to the Abbey of Saint Père de Chartres. The layout of this chapel is currently unknown. Observing the architectural features of the current church allows us to place its construction between the 15th and 16th centuries. Improvement and modernization work were undertaken in the second half of the 18th century when Louis XV offered the Crécy estate to the Marquise de Pompadour: enlargement of the medieval windows, construction of an altarpiece forming a sacristy, a choir enclosure, and a gallery that could replace an older structure providing access to the attic. During this work, it is assumed that some of the bell tower's supports were removed to free up the nave and harmonize the interior spaces. After a prosperous period, the 19th and 20th centuries saw a slow deterioration of the building, despite some maintenance work being carried out on the roofs and other parts of the church that required it. It was only in 1901 that major work was undertaken, with the repair of the bell tower roof. This was followed in 1925 by work to consolidate the bell tower structures and repair the roofs of the western part of the nave. The bell tower and spire are tilting significantly to the south, linked to a failure of the old supports and the deterioration of the supporting structures, requiring urgent safety and restoration work.

If you are looking for a mysterious and intriguing destination for your next stroll, you can visit Le dungeon apocryphe, a solitary tower that stands in the middle of the valley in Saint-Germain-sur-Avre. This tower dates from the 12th century and was part of a fortified castle which was destroyed during the Hundred Years' War. The origin and function of this tower are still unknown, and some legends say that it was built by the devil himself.

The Rond des Quatres Barrières is a historic monument dating from the 18th century. It was built by the Duke of Penthièvre, owner of the neighboring castle of Châteauneuf-en-Thymerais. The Rond des Quatres Barrières is made up of four stone arches which form a circle, with a fountain in the center. It is located in the middle of the forest. The Rond des Quatres Barrières is the ideal place to visit during a running race.

The Rond des Quatres Barrières is a historical monument dating from the 18th century. It was built by the Duke of Penthièvre, who owned the neighboring castle of Châteauneuf-En-Thymerais. The Rond des Quatres Barrières is made up of four stone arches that form a circle, with a fountain in the center. It is located in the middle of the forest. The Rond des Quatres Barrières is a peaceful and charming place to visit, especially in the spring or fall when the trees are in bloom or changing color.

The church is located in the heart of the town, preceded by a small square. Period and styles Xth XVIth XIth Main stages of construction The building dates from the 10th or 11th century. The facade and the front part of the nave date from the 16th century. The steeples destroyed in 1945 by lightning have been rebuilt. https://www.patrimoine-religieux.fr/eglises_edifices/27-Eure/27115-Breux-sur-Avre/178516-eglisesaint-germain

the Church of Saint-Germain is located in the town of breux sur avre in the department of Eure.