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Pierrefonds Castle
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Tips
Fred Urrutia
January 31, 2023
Cycling
Pierrefonds Castle has many stories to tell. It was built towards the end of the 14th century by the Duke of Orléans. Dismantled in the 17th century and left in ruins for years, it was rebuilt on the orders of Napoleon III. The result is a castle with a medieval and defensive appearance.
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MaestroG
January 2, 2022
Cycling
A powerful castle complex that has often served as a film set. It towers above the small town by far, but you should rest here and enjoy the atmosphere at the lake, e.g. with an ice cream. A lot of tourism, therefore, one should estimate the time of day well. There is a postcard view on the opposite side of the lake.
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Willem VS
August 28, 2020
Cycling
The Château de Pierrefonds (French: Château de Pierrefonds) is an imposing fortress near Pierrefonds on the southwest edge of the Forest of Compiègne, north of Paris between Villers-Cotterêts and Compiègne, in the department of l'Oise. The castle shows the main characteristics of the medieval defensive architectural style. The castle of Pierrefonds has been listed as a French historical monument since 1862.
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Cycle the 20.7-mile (33.4 km) Compiègne Forest Loop, a moderate touring route past Pierrefonds Castle and Saint-Jean-aux-Bois Abbey.
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Easy 9.7-mile touring cycling loop around Château de Pierrefonds, offering postcard views of the castle and surrounding nature.
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Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.
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Elevation 90 m
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