At the departure of the most important tourist attraction of Orne, you discover "Le pays Hiémois" and villages of Gouffern en Auge. The village of Exmes, peak of the route is rich of built heritage. During this ride, comeback to the 17th and 18th century.
21 km
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max. 258 m
min. 128 m
304 m
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Styles : HikingBaladeIn the country Public : SportsmenBackpackerOccasional hikersExperienced hikersTeenagersCyclists Themes : CulturalPatrimony |
Built on the orders of Louis 14th on an estate of 1000 hectares, the stud farm is often referred to as "The Versailles of Horses". You will visit the 18th century stables, which old horses of many different breeds, the tack room and our exceptional collection of horse drawn vehicules. Website : www.haras-national-du-pin.com/
In the heart of Le Vieux-Pin, appreciate the built heritage, classed to historical monument of France : castle and presbytary from 17th century, and the old church Saint Ouen from 18th century with a bell tower in frame in the center of the nave. This church was built in 1779, transferred in 1857 and transformed in stable. Today, it is no long use.
This castle is situated in a park surrounded by 400 hectares of forest. It's furnishings and works of art faithfully retain the atmosphere of the 18th century. Website : www.tourisme-argentan-intercom.fr/patrimoine-culturel/chateaux/chateau-du-bourg-saint-leonard/
His originiality is especially inside the church with the decoration of choir from the 17th century. You can admire a baroque's altar with two medallions and 26 personnages life-size on the vault.
This church was rebuilt in 1821 by the Marquis of Flers with the demolition materials from the churches of Argentelles and Champaubert.
Manor house of the 15-16th century. It allows de defense of fortified castle and village of Exmes. Website : www.tourisme-argentan-intercom.fr/patrimoine-culturel/chateaux/manoir-dargentelles/
This village has built on Gallo-Roman city. Situated on the peak of the hill, it offers you an amazing view.