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Located in the heart of the village of Chailly-en-Brie, the Saint-Médard church is a true treasure of local heritage. Dating from the 13th century, this majestic church seduces with its architecture that is both simple and elegant, with a remarkable nave and an impressive choir. History and culture lovers will find a serene atmosphere here, ideal for a contemplative break. Its location in the center of the village adds to its charm, making this building a must-see during your visit to Brie. Whether you are passionate about history or simply looking for a moment of calm, the Saint-Médard church will charm you.

Treat yourself to a well-deserved break at the picnic area near the Montcet washhouse, on the banks of the Aubetin. With its three tables set in a calm and natural setting, this space is the ideal place to eat in complete tranquility. Enjoy the serenity of the place, between the murmur of the water and the freshness of the environment, to regain your strength before continuing on your way.

Discover the Boissy-le-Châtel town hall-school, a unique place where administrative and educational functions combine. This village is home to a town hall that shares its premises with the primary school, an atypical configuration that is not lacking in charm. However, this building is not open to visitors.

Delve into the history of the church of Boissy-le-Châtel, a remarkable building dating from the 13th and 16th centuries. Completely restored after the Hundred Years' War by the Brie family, lords of the village, this church combines historical heritage and ancient architecture. A place full of charm and history, a must for lovers of local heritage.

Right in the city center, entering the “Ferme Jehan de Brie” cheese dairy is like entering the cheese paradise of Seine-et-Marne. The family cheese factory rigorously selects no less than 300 protected designation of origin cheeses, farm and artisanal from the region, as well as numerous cheese-based specialties. To complete your shopping, discover their selection of local products and delicatessens: Meaux mustard, Briard shortbread, Brie beers, etc. Preparation of cheese platters and baskets of local products.

Menhir of Pierrefitte 3 m high is known under the name of Saint-Aubierge gable or Saint Flodoberthe. These names testify to the Christianization of pagan sacred places during the early Middle Ages. According to the legend Saint FlodoBerthe, a nun from Faremoutiers Abbey in the 7th century decided to establish a chapel between Faremoutiers and Saintes. Not finding a stone to carry out her project, she shared her wish with her sister Sainte Aubierge, the latter brought back the menhir in her apron, the shape of which evokes a church gable, she let go of the corner of her apron and the stone stuck. in the Maillard pond in its current place.

The menhir is made up of a large sandstone slab 3.50 m high with a width at the base of 2.40 m and an average thickness of 0.50 m. It has an oblique groove approximately 2 m long by 4 cm wide on its face and obtained by staking to a depth of 1 cm. An excavation carried out at the foot of the menhir did not yield any archaeological material2. Sainte-Flodoberthe and her sister Sainte-Aubierge both built their respective chapels in Amillis and Saint-Augustin. Sainte-Flodoberthe having finished building hers wanted to offer a beautiful stone to her sister but on the way she met the latter who came to tell her that she had also completed her project. Sainte-Flodoberthe then abandoned the stone on the spot. As for the groove, it would have been made by the handle of Sainte-Flodoberthe's distaff which spun while walking with the stone under her arm2. Source: https://fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pierre-Fitte_(Beautheil)