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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Jean Conquer 🇫🇷🇺🇸

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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