The construction of the monastery on this site began in 1170. Of course, like many other religious buildings, it was demolished during the revolution, unfortunately after being rebuilt shortly before. Of the building built after the revolution, only the pharmacy, the gatehouse and the chapel remain. Unfortunately it is now privately owned, but the lake and house, in a beautiful setting, are a must see.

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Fabrice Rigalleau

August 1, 2022

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In 1170. Rotrou IV, then Count of Perche, son of the illustrious Rotrou III founder of the abbey of La Trappe, decided to offer land to a handful of monks …

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November 30, 2024

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Before, this place was so unsanitary that the villagers called it the valley of the devils. Monks of the Carthusian order settled and transformed this place so much that they renamed it the "ValDieu". That was before. Now, when modern man transforms his environment, it is to pollute it. I can't wait for the wisdom of the monks to be rediscovered! 🙏🏻😇

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1. Massif forestier de Réno Valdieu — loop from La Chapelle-Montligeon in the parc naturel régional du Perche

23.4km

06:25

370m

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2. Forêt val dieu – La Chapelle-Montligeon Village loop from Saint-Victor-de-Réno

20.7km

05:40

330m

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3. Ballade oxygene – Between Lake and Forest loop from Saint-Victor-de-Réno

14.0km

03:47

180m

190m

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

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Elevation 210 m

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Location: Feings, Mortagne-Au-Perche, Normandy, France

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Chartreuse Notre-Dame du Val-Dieu

1. Massif forestier de Réno Valdieu — loop from La Chapelle-Montligeon in the parc naturel régional du Perche

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