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Château de Sorel — loop from Sorel-Moussel

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Château de Sorel — loop from Sorel-Moussel

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Château de Sorel — loop from Sorel-Moussel

02:47

10.5km

100m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 12, 2024

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278 m

Sorel Forest

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This forest is part of the large forest of Dreux, which covers around 4,500 hectares and offers hikers a variety of trails where you can enjoy the peaceful landscape and observe the fauna and flora. Along the way, you will pass the Château de Sorel-Moussel, a 16th century building in the Renaissance style that belonged to Diane de Poitiers, the mistress of King Henry II. You can also visit the prehistoric site of Fort Harrouard, where you will see the remains of a fortified settlement dating from the Iron Age. Finally, you can enter the forest of Sorel and discover the richness of its fauna and flora, as well as some historical monuments such as the ruins of the Château de la Robertière and the octagonal pavilion.

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Sorel Castle

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The Château de Sorel, is a 17th century castle located on a hill overlooking the Eure and offering a panoramic view of the surrounding countryside. One can imagine the life of its former inhabitants, such as Antoine de la Viefville, Marquis d'Orvillers, who built it in 1650. The castle is also linked to the famous playwright Beaumarchais, whose wife and daughters performed there in 19th century. The hike to this spot is suitable for all ages and fitness levels, and a great way to discover a hidden gem of French heritage.

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Robetière Castle

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History and architecture lovers will appreciate the Château de la Robetiėre in Dreux. This is a former royal castle which dates from the 12th century and was the seat of the Counts of Dreux, a branch of the Capetian dynasty. The castle was destroyed by the English in 1421 during the Hundred Years War, but some of its ruins are still visible, such as an old defense tower. The Château de la Robetiėre in Dreux is a fascinating destination for a historical and cultural hike.

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10.5 km

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Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

5.01 km

3.72 km

1.55 km

266 m

Surfaces

3.77 km

3.10 km

1.87 km

1.27 km

508 m

< 100 m

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Château de Sorel — loop from Sorel-Moussel

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