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Dromesnil Castle

birthplace of General Leclerc

The tower slopes in the direction of the prevailing wind

I observed a couple of birds of prey on the post which must have nested not far away, I created a must to have the GPS coordinates (good little path that said)

The grounds consist of three different worlds: a magnificent rose garden, a large English-style landscaped garden and a curiously designed vegetable patch.

n the Middle Ages there was a castle in Dromesnil. In the 15th century it was rebuilt after the Hundred Years' War. Demolished in 1750 and replaced by the present building in 1752. Dromesnil Castle was built in the mid 18th century and remodeled in the 19th century. The Lordship of Dromesnil was established as a margraviate for the Hallencourt family, who owned the castle until 1749.

Do you know the story of Master Jean? Legend, which dates back to the 17th century, says that it was a lumberjack from the Eu forest who one day showed his way to Philippe d'Orléans who was passing by. Two centuries later, a large cast iron pole was built on this spot which indicated eight directions. This post has since passed through the ages and you will be able to see a panel with different photos where it sits in the background: hound hunts, the First World War, the Popular Front, the Second World War and its V1s,… Source: https://www.seine-maritime-tourisme.com/diffusio/fr/je-choisis/une-balade/toutes-balades/pierrecourt/maitre-jean_TFOITINOR076V50IC75.php

If you are looking for a gite for a night in the Aumale region, look no further, there is "le Mouton gras" in Aumale. Unbeatable quality / price ratio. complete meal more than correct and host with little care. Very very generous and quality breakfast. well equipped rooms, Parking inside.