Attractions and Places To See around Ormoy-Villers - Top 20

The Bruyères de Frais-Vent, located in the Ermenonville forest in the Montlognon woods, constitute an exceptional natural site. It is the only place in the massif where large blocks of sandstone rest on a vast layer of Fontainebleau sand.

The oldest building within the grounds of the Château de la Douye is what appears to be part of the “Grand Hôtel” built by King John II the Good in 1344 and partially destroyed during the 100 Years' War. John II liked Bethisy which he called his “desert”. He made numerous stays there. The Château de la Douye is more recent. It is described as a composite manor, made up of two buildings at right angles: one very simple, is from the 17th century; the other contains the chapel whose window with flamboyant tracery retains stained glass. At the intersection a 15th century staircase turret. The history of the castle is little known. The first owners seem to have been the Anthonis, lords of Douye. Around 1475, Gilles Anthonis, Lord of Douye, Baron and Vémars, was Notary and Secretary to King Louis XI and hereditary Gruyer of Béthisy, in the forest of Cuise. Subsequently, for example, it was the turn of Berthelemy (1570), Le Doux (1655) and Beaurain (1762). More recently, La Douye welcomed the Missionary Sisters of the Holy Spirit. Numerous works have now completely transformed the interiors. The stained glass window is also more modern. Around 1820 the arms of Charles VI and VII were visible on the turret and in the chapel. Charles VI, the beloved or the madman, king of France from 1380 to 1422. Charles VII, the victorious, king of France from 1422 to 1461.

The Château de la Douye in Béthisy-Saint-Pierre is a composite manor, formed by two buildings at right angles: one very simple, from the 17th century; the other contains the chapel with flamboyant windows and stained glass. At the intersection there is a 15th century stair turret. The Château de la Douye is surrounded by a large park and faces the two turrets that remain from the medieval castle of King John II the Good, who built the "Grand Hôtel" in 1344 and partially destroyed it during the Hundred Years' War. You can also admire the old mill on the Automne river, which crosses the territory of the commune.

The Château de Montépilloy is a medieval castle in ruins which was built in the 12th century by Guy III le Bouteiller de Senlis, a nobleman in the service of the kings of France. It was the scene of several battles and sieges during the Hundred Years' War and the Wars of Religion. You will be able to discover the remains of the imposing keep, the polygonal enclosure, the entrance gate and the unfinished “new castle” which date from different periods in the history of the castle. The castle is surrounded by forests and offers panoramic views of the countryside. You can also enjoy the charm of the neighboring village of Montépilloy, which has a church, a fountain and an old washhouse. The castle is open to the public from June to September.

Rather a question! We want to hike in the fresh wind trail area, with the rocks this Sunday. Is there HUNTING in this area!!?

Morienval Abbey is a former Benedictine abbey founded in the 9th century by Charles the Bald. The abbey is located in a peaceful valley near Crépy-en-Valois. You can admire the impressive Romanesque architecture of the abbey church, which has three towers, a transept and a unique pseudo-ambulatory. You can also explore the surrounding countryside, which offers panoramic views of fields and forests. Morienval Abbey is a place where you can enjoy the beauty and tranquility of nature, while discovering the rich heritage of this ancient monastic site.

The Saint Pondron church dates from the 12th and 13th centuries. It combines Romanesque and Gothic elements, such as the walls of the old nave, the square choir, the side bell tower and the flamboyant chapel. You can admire the stone heads carved on the corbels, the original stained glass windows and the covered well in front of the portal. Don't miss this charming example of rural architecture in the Automne Valley.

Morienval Abbey is a former Benedictine abbey founded in the 9th century by Charles the Bald. The abbey is located in a peaceful valley near Crépy-en-Valois. You can admire the impressive Romanesque architecture of the abbey church, which has three towers, a transept and a unique pseudo-ambulatory. You can also explore the surrounding countryside, which offers panoramic views of fields and forests. Morienval Abbey is a place where you can enjoy the beauty and tranquility of nature, while discovering the rich heritage of this ancient monastic site.