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Centre-Val de Loire
Nogent-Le-Rotrou
Marolles-Les-Buis

Grottes des maquisards et Chapelle Sainte-Barbe — boucle depuis Marolles-les-Buis dans le parc naturel régional du Perche

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France
Centre-Val de Loire
Nogent-Le-Rotrou
Marolles-Les-Buis

Grottes des maquisards et Chapelle Sainte-Barbe — boucle depuis Marolles-les-Buis dans le parc naturel régional du Perche

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Grottes des maquisards et Chapelle Sainte-Barbe — boucle depuis Marolles-les-Buis dans le parc naturel régional du Perche

03:06

11.5km

150m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

Last updated: August 12, 2024

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Your route passes through a protected area

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Parc naturel régional du Perche

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18 m

Saint-Vincent Church of Marolles-les-Buis

Highlight • Religious Site

The Church of Saint-Vincent in Marolles-les-Buis is a 12th century church with a Romanesque nave and a Gothic choir with a narthex which was added later. You can admire the geometric decoration of the interior porch, the 16th century stained glass windows and the monument to the dead of the First World War.

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1.19 km

Saint Barbara Chapel

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The Chapelle Sainte-Barbe is a small chapel dedicated to Saint-Barbe, patron saint of miners and artillerymen. It is located on an old path that led from Marolles to Thiron. The chapel is surrounded by a peaceful and green landscape, from where you can admire the valley and the forest.

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2.21 km

Caves of the Maquis

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The Grottes des maquisards in Marolles-Les-Buis are caves that were used by French resistance fighters during World War II, where they trained and prepared for the liberation of Nogent-le-Rotrou in August 1944. You can explore the caves and see the traces of their activities, as well as a commemorative plaque. Along the way, you can enjoy views of the countryside and the Vinette River. The caves are not accessible to the public, but you can admire them from the outside and imagine the courage and determination of the maquisards. It is a hike that will make you appreciate the beauty and history of this region.

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11.5 km

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Way Types & Surfaces

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8.09 km

2.03 km

1.36 km

Surfaces

6.54 km

2.03 km

1.55 km

1.36 km

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Highest point (270 m)

Lowest point (170 m)

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Wednesday 2 September

27°C

13°C

14 %

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