Norman municipality located in the heart of the department of Manche, Montsenelle was born on January 1, 2016 from the merger of Coigny, Lithaire, Prétot-Sainte-Suzanne and Saint-Jores. It takes place about forty kilometers from Saint-Lô, not far from The Hague-du-Puits and Lessay and its famous annual fair.
Formed by ancient rural villages, some of which have been occupied since the Gallo-Roman era, Montsenelle was also the scene of many battles during the Second World War between 1939 and 1945. It has an important architectural and historical heritage that testifies to its rich hours in history.
Its location, in the heart of the Normandy countryside, and its proximity to some of the most beautiful sites in Normandy, make it an ideal place to spend a few days in peace, away from the tumult of the city.
Mount Castre, which rises to 130 meters of altitude, unveils vestiges going from Prehistory until World War II. Rehabilitated and open to the public, the site offers canoeing on the water, and several thematic hiking trails. It is possible to admire the ruins of the old castle and the old Roman watchtower, to admire the covered alley of the Neolithic, the ruins of the old church, the panorama of the Roman camp, the ruins of the old Dungeon du Plessis, the monument erected in memory of the 712th Tank Battalion, the remains of sandstone quarries, or the milestone of the thematic route of the Battle of Normandy. The mountain is entirely part of the Regional Natural Park of the Cotentin and Bessin marshes.
Built in the 18th century, the Château de Sainte-Suzanne is a former summer residence entirely in pink brick. It still reveals common, as well as a courtyard.
Listed as an historic monument, the Château de Coigny, also known as the Old Castle, was once a farm school. It still allows you to admire the moat, the remains of the central body, a 17th century Renaissance fireplace classified as an historic monument, and 17th century buildings.
Listed as a historic monument, the Château de Franquetôt dates back to the 17th and 18th centuries. One can discover a rectangular dwelling, two wings in return of square, attic dormers, a chapel adorned with woodwork of the eighteenth century, a large park and vestiges of stables of the eighteenth century.
The church Saint-Georges de Saint-Jores houses within its bosom reliefs classified as Historical Monuments, as well as a Virgin and Child of the thirteenth century, and a statue of St. George of the fifteenth, also classified.
Crayonnez au Mont Castre
- On 27 april 2024
- Lithaire
- Draw in the heart of nature with artist Aude Mahuzier and learn to sketch landscapes during a walk on Mont Castre.
Balade Bien-Être "Un pas Après l’Autre" au Mont Castre
- On 30 april 2024
- Discover and achieve the state of well-being you've come for. Enrich your ability to believe in yourself and move forward freely. - Come and experience the benefits of self-massage and sophrology for total relaxation of body and mind, with : - - Aimie Fautrat, Sophrologist ; - - Emeline Uitz, Naturopath & Reflexologist. - Location : Montsenelle. Precise location indicated when booking. - Level : Moderate, uneven. - Places are limited, so book early. - ------- - Not available on this day ? We can add other dates on request. (subject to availability, please contact us)
Visite Guidée du Mont Castre
- On 2 may 2024
- Discover the history of this ancient stone quarry through the ages, from the Neolithic to the Second World War. 3 km walk around the Mont Castre pond. Booking essential.
Rendez Vous aux Jardins
- From 1 to 2 june 2024
- 36 route de prétot, Lithaire
- As part of the "Rendez vous aux jardins" event organized by the French Ministry of Culture, the Poterie garden will be open to the public. - Member of parcs et jardins de Normandie and Cotentin côté jardins, - Garden and plant lovers can visit the Jardin de la Poterie, created in 1999 by 2 botanical enthusiasts. - A collector's garden, influenced by the sea and protected by the mountains, it enjoys a mild, temperate climate, enabling many exotic species to flourish (Chile, Australia, New Zealand, etc.). Every year, it is enriched by rarities unearthed by nursery collectors.
Stèle en Hommage au Sergent Pierre Autret
- On 7 june 2024
- Coigny, Route de Cretteville
- Creation of a memorial area in honor of Sergeant Pierre Autret, a Free French Air Force aviator whose plane was shot down by the German FLAK on June 7,1944 at Coigny during a mission to provide cover for the landing troops.
Balade Bien-Être "Un pas Après l'Autre" au Mont Castre
- From 16 july to 9 september 2024
- Discover and achieve the state of well-being you've come for. Enrich your ability to believe in yourself, and to move forward freely. - Come and experience the benefits of self-massage and sophrology for total relaxation of body and mind, with Aimie Fautrat and Emeline Uitz.
