Perdreauville can be explored through two distinct themes: its architectural history and local traditions, and Rosny Regional Forest and the GR 26 long-distance trail. This provides a practical starting point for planning a stay: would you rather focus on historic buildings or on the forest and hiking? Local points of interest range from a seigneurial chapel dating back to the 11th century to a long-distance trail between Paris and Deauville. You can therefore choose accommodation based on the travel interest that matters most to you.
Architectural history across several periods
The Église Saint-Martin was originally a seigneurial chapel dating back to the 11th century. It was altered in the 16th century and again in 1930. The Manoir d’Apremont is a château dating from the 15th and 16th centuries; the Duchess of Berry (1798–1870) lived there. The church and the manor house thus represent different historical periods: the Église’s architectural history includes both its medieval origins and later alterations, while the Manoir’s date places it in a later period. Those interested in heritage can explore each building in light of its own history.
Château des Beurons: Ruins and History
Ruins of the Château des Beurons remain; it was built around 1615 by Simon Letellier, adviser and physician to King Louis XIII. Sully was born in the former Château des Beurons. Two distinct historical connections are associated with the château: Letellier is linked to its construction, while Sully is linked to his birthplace. The construction date of around 1615 places the château in time; Sully’s birth additionally connects it to a specific biography.
The Chêne Mademoiselle and Its Tradition
The Chêne Mademoiselle is an oak tree about 300 years old in the Bois des Beurons in Rosny Regional Forest, slightly east of Apremont. According to local tradition, King Henry IV met Sully again at the site of the oak after returning from the Battle of Ivry. Here, a natural landmark of approximate age sits alongside a local tradition. The tree thus links a specific landscape feature with the story of Henry IV and Sully.
Regional Forest and Long-Distance Trail
Rosny Regional Forest covers 1,751 hectares and is part of the Natura 2000 site “Boucles de Moisson, de Guernes et forêt de Rosny.” Perdreauville is one of the surrounding communes. The forest can be accessed via Perdreauville; check local information on the exact entrance conditions before travelling. The area figure and Natura 2000 designation provide an overview of the forest, while the access points establish the specific connection to the area for your planning.
The GR 26 offers a different point of reference: this long-distance trail connects Paris and Deauville along the south bank of the Seine and passes through Petit Perdreauville. For planning your trip, it is helpful to distinguish the two: for the regional forest, access via Perdreauville is relevant; for the GR 26, it is the designated route through Petit Perdreauville. This places Perdreauville in context both as a gateway to the forest and as a stop on the long-distance trail.
Discover more destinations: Bouafle, Thoiry, Le Tremblay-Sur-Mauldre, Sailly, Tilly, Chanteloup-Les-Vignes, Marly-Le-Roi, Poigny-La-Forêt
For the regional travel overview: Yvelines.
