Attractions and places to see around Ménerville, France, are primarily found in the surrounding Yvelines department. This small rural commune, located within the Île-de-France region, serves as a gateway to historical sites and natural landscapes. While Ménerville itself is quiet, the broader area offers a variety of points of interest for visitors. The region provides opportunities to explore historical architecture and tranquil countryside settings.
Last updated: May 26, 2026
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This section parallel to the Seine cycle route is not very smooth. The large number of holes are filled with ballast (large stones) from the SNCF tracks. Without suspension it hurts :D
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Very beautiful monument this Gothic Collegiate Church of Notre-Dame de Mantes-la-Jolie
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This gas-fired Edf power station has been closed for several years; however, these two immense chimneys, which I hope will remain as a testimony to a certain era, have the major interest of being visible from dozens of kilometers around and are for me an excellent landmark to locate myself during my bike rides.
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The Porcheville thermal power plant is a former power plant, its final shutdown having taken place on May 1, 2017. It is located in Porcheville in the Yvelines (France) on the banks of the Seine, about fifty kilometers northwest of Paris. It was operated by EDF. The two chimneys of the plant are 220 meters high to evacuate their fumes well above the 70 m cliff facing the site on the left bank of the Seine.
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Several dozen kilometers from the center of Paris, the Notre-Dame de Mantes-la-Jolie collegiate church does not only have its name in common with the emblematic Parisian cathedral. Its facade, its style and its structure on three levels are very reminiscent of its big sister in the Ile-de-France region.
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Small stone church surrounded by greenery and groves of lavender, which make it an idyllic place to stop and recover for a few moments. At the border of Yvelines and Eure-et-Loire, you are in the middle of the countryside and all to the west of Ile-de-France, far from the noise of Paris!
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college in full restoration.
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The region offers several historical sites. You can explore the Donjon and Fortified Site of Montchauvet, which features ruins of a keep, a 12th and 13th-century church, and the arch of the gateway to Brittany. Another notable site is the Collegiate Church of Notre-Dame de Mantes-la-Jolie, known for its architectural resemblance to Notre-Dame in Paris.
Yes, beyond the historical sites, you can visit the Neauphlette Church, a small stone church with a tall square bell tower and remnants of its nave and choir, set amidst greenery. Also, the Château de Tilly, a beautiful 17th-century Louis XIII-style residence with its original park and lime tree alley, is worth seeing (though it is a private estate).
The area around Ménerville is suitable for various outdoor activities. You can find numerous routes for hiking, mountain biking, and running. For example, there are several moderate MTB trails, including a loop from Boissy-Mauvoisin, and easy to moderate hiking routes like the Rosny Forest loop.
While Ménerville itself is a quiet commune, the broader region offers attractions that can be enjoyed by families. The Collegiate Church of Notre-Dame de Mantes-la-Jolie is categorized as family-friendly, offering an opportunity to appreciate historical architecture.
There are several walking and hiking paths available. You can explore easy routes like the 'Walk Near the Gas Wells – Ferme des Huit Routes loop from Boissy-Mauvoisin' or the 'Rosny Forest loop from Boissy-Mauvoisin'. For more options, refer to the Hiking around Ménerville guide.
Visitors appreciate the historical depth and natural beauty. For instance, the Donjon and Fortified Site of Montchauvet is praised as one of the most beautiful villages in Île-de-France with many vestiges. The Neauphlette Church is noted for its idyllic setting amidst greenery, offering a peaceful stop.
Yes, there are several running trails in the area. You can find moderate running loops starting from Boissy-Mauvoisin, Longnes, or Le Tertre-Saint-Denis. For detailed routes, check the Running Trails around Ménerville guide.
The Porcheville Power Plant is a former thermal power plant, now closed, located on the banks of the Seine. While no longer operational, its two immense 220-meter high chimneys serve as a significant landmark, visible from dozens of kilometers away, and are often used by cyclists for orientation.
The hiking trails around Ménerville vary. You can find paths through forests, such as the Rosny Forest, and some routes may involve calcareous grasslands. Difficulty levels range from easy to moderate, with some sections potentially being less smooth, especially on paths shared with other activities.
Ménerville, France, is a small, rural commune in the Yvelines department and is not a primary tourist destination with major landmarks directly within its small area. However, its location within the Île-de-France region means it serves as a quiet base from which to explore historical sites and natural landscapes in the broader surrounding area.
Absolutely. There are several mountain biking routes, generally of moderate difficulty, such as the 'Belvédère de Rolleboise – Wash-house and manor house loop from Boissy-Mauvoisin' or the 'Chemin Rural d'Arnouville – Binanville Castle loop from Fontenay-Mauvoisin'. More options are detailed in the MTB Trails around Ménerville guide.


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