Bolleville brings together historical traces from different periods: the parish church of Saint-Pierre et Saint-Paul, the war memorial to those who fell in the First World War, and historic estates offer insights into various eras. For an active addition, there is the Circuit 9 “Les Terres Romaines” walking route, with a stated distance and approximate walking time. This lets you weigh up architectural and commemorative history against a longer hike before your trip.
Church and remembrance
The parish church of Saint-Pierre et Saint-Paul in Bolleville was handed over to the Abbey of Fécamp in 1130. In 1248, Eudes Rigaud, Archbishop of Rouen, consecrated the church. There are 118 years between the handover and the consecration, so the dates mark different stages in its history. The sacristy was built in 1730, marking a considerably later phase of construction.
Bolleville’s war memorial to those who fell in the First World War was created by Pierre Tanquerel in 1919 and inaugurated on 13 July that same year. The names of 22 soldiers are inscribed on the memorial. Commemorating them by name gives the site a direct connection to the individual soldiers.
Historic estates and architecture
The present-day Manoir de Guillerville dates from the second quarter of the 18th century. The year 1727 is marked on the dovecote tower, and 1729 on the barn. The ensemble includes an enclosed area, a dovecote tower, a stable, a cart shed, a cider press and a barn. The estate’s character is therefore not defined by the manor house alone: the various buildings in the ensemble are also part of the picture.
The Château de Calmesnil dates from the 17th century and was built on the foundations of the former manor house of the lords of Bolleville. The building features brick masonry with stone quoins at the corners, as well as stone surrounds on the doors and windows. Compared with the Manoir de Guillerville, the focus here is on different details: its connection to the former manor house and the contrast between brick and stone.
Hiking, cuisine and travel planning
The Circuit 9 Trouville-Alliquerville “Les Terres Romaines” walking route is 13.8 kilometres long and takes approximately 3 hours and 30 minutes. This is a guide rather than an exact schedule. At around three and a half hours, the tour can be planned as a standalone activity. The Circuit 9 follows the Route de Bolleville for 800 metres. Check trail conditions before setting out.
The cuisine at Restaurant de Bolleville includes traditional and Norman dishes, as well as fish dishes. Menus and opening hours may change; check the latest information before your visit.
Aire de Bolleville is located in the heart of the Pays de Caux on the A29 at kilometre 52. It is accessible by vehicle from both directions and offers a range of services and facilities. As these may change, check the latest information before you travel.
Discover more destinations: Saumont-La-Poterie, Gonfreville-Lʼorcher, Morgny-La-Pommeraye, Saint-Romain-De-Colbosc, Montmain, Mannevillette, Avesnes-en-Bray, Turretot.
For the main travel overview: Seine-Maritime.
