New commune created on January 1, 2016, Vexin-sur-Epte takes place in the heart of Normandy, in the department of Eure. Composed of the old communes of Berthenonville, Bus-Saint-Rémy, Cahaignes, Cantiers, Stretchers, Dampsmesnil, Ecos, Fontenay-en-Vexin, Forest-la-Folie, Fourges, Fours-in-Vexin, Guitry, Panilleuse, and Tourny, it is located about fifty kilometers from Evreux, in the triangle Gisors - Les Andelys - Vernon.
Recent, the town of Vexin-sur-Epte nevertheless reveals a rich and fascinating history thanks to its many ancient villages. The territory was particularly illustrated at the beginning of the thirteenth century with the founding of the Royal Abbey of Our Lady of the Treasury, or by the various castles that were built over the centuries.
Even today, the new town welcomes many visitors wishing to discover the rich architectural and cultural heritage that makes up this Norman city.
While strolling in the old commune of Ecos, do not miss to admire the church Saint-Denis, as well as the old hall.
Berthenonville has a rich architectural heritage, like the Saint-Ouen church listed as an historic monument. Private property, the castle of the nineteenth century also deserves attention. Do not forget to admire the cross of the cemetery of the seventeenth century, or the water mill of the eighteenth century. The church, the cemetery, the war memorial and the three chestnut trees that surround it represent a classified site.
Bus-Saint-Rémy still houses today the remains of the Royal Abbey of Our Lady of the Treasury. Founded in the 13th century by Raoul de Bus, it is one of the last Cistercian settlements in Normandy. You can still discover the ruins of the abbey church and the monial building, the home of the abbess, the home of the guests, the enclosure, and the gardens. The portal of the entry, monumental, is also still present. The whole is classified with the Historical Monuments. Do not miss the 16th and 17th century Bus Manor, listed as a Historic Monument, and the remains of the Baudemont castle.
Listed site, the castle of Cahaignes dates from the seventeenth century. In limestone, cut stone and plaster, it is included in the general inventory of cultural heritage. You can also discover the Requiécourt castle, from the 19th century, listed in the general inventory of cultural heritage and converted into bed and breakfast, or the churches of St. Andrew and Notre Dame rebuilt in the nineteenth century.
Listed in the general inventory of cultural heritage, the castle of Aveny, Dampsmesnil, dates from the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries. Classified as Historical Monuments, the covered alley dates from the Neolithic and is more than ten meters long. You will also appreciate the Aveny bridge, on the Epte, built in the 18th and 19th centuries and classified as an historic monument.
Birthplace and holiday resort in the seventeenth century Guillaume Amfrye de Chaulieu, libertine poet, Castle Beauregard is revealed in Fontenay-en-Vexin, as the church Notre-Dame.
Fourges has an interesting architectural heritage with its mill in a classified site, its barrel still visible on the wash, its church of Saint-Pierre of the twelfth and fourteenth century listed historical monument, or his chapel Saint-Germain.
Listed as a Historic Monument, the Saint-Sauveur Church of Fours-en-Vexin dates from the thirteenth, fourteenth and sixteenth centuries and houses several tombstones of the lords of Ovens. One can also see on the town a castle of the nineteenth century, a manor of the sixteenth century, a house of the eighteenth century, and a farm of the seventeenth century.
The Notre-Dame de Tourny church is listed as a historical monument.
Classified site, the valley of the Epte offers many hiking trails to browse the local flora and fauna. Do not miss the forest of Vernon and its abundant nature.
A farmers' market is proposed the first Saturdays of each month in Ecos. A Christmas market is also proposed in December.
Fourges hosts the International Large Format Painting Contest every weekend of the third week of June as part of the Normandy Impressionist Festival.
In September, every third weekend of the month, Tourny organizes the feast of St. Matthew with a funfair, a fireworks and a parade in the streets.
A concert is given in the church of Notre-Dame de Tourny the third weekend of October by the fanfare of Tourny.
Visite Insolite : Visite d’une Ruche et Découverte du Monde des Abeilles
- On 24 april 2024
- 4 bis Rue de l'École, CANTIERS, Rucher de Cantiers
- Discover life inside a beehive, the different jobs bees do, the particularity of the queen bee… - We'll explain everything (or almost everything) about this fascinating world, and you'll be able to taste our bees' honeys ! - This will take place at the farm, on Wednesday April 24 from 3pm to 5pm. - Price : 5 ? per person (child and adult) - Reservations essential, as places are limited ! - You can book on the website, or by contacting us at : - - 06 43 31 32 00 - - le-rucher-de-cantiers@hotmail.com - Totally safe activity : a veil protects you from our bee friends. - Minimum age 5 (children must be accompanied).
Conférence Chez Autour d’un Café : Le Qi Gong
- On 6 may 2024
- 3 Route d'Ecos, FOURGES
- Monday, May 6 from 3pm at 3 route d ? Ecos in Fourges - At this meeting, the association will offer a QI Gong demonstration. - For further information, please contact - autourduncafeavexinsurepte@orange.fr - 06 03 69 32 07 / 06 29 43 76 92
Conférence Chez Autour d’un Café : La Maladie de Lyme
- On 6 may 2024
- 3 Route d'Ecos, FOURGES
- Monday, May 6 from 3 p.m. at 3 route d ? Ecos in Fourges - At this meeting, the association will welcome Evelyne Coquand, who will talk about Lyme disease. - For further information, please contact - autourduncafeavexinsurepte@orange.fr - 06 03 69 32 07 / 06 29 43 76 92
Papote Café
- On 14 may 2024
- 8 bis rue de la Mare, Médiathèque de Tourny
- The Tourny mediatheque offers you a new opportunity to relax and enjoy a friendly chat, share a cup of tea or coffee, and discover new activities. Come and share a moment out of your daily routine.
Pierres en Lumières 2024 - Conférence : Histoire et Architecture
- On 18 may 2024
- 7 rue de l'Église, BERTHENONVILLE, Eglise Sainte-Beuve de Berthenonville
- Presentation of the church and its history by the president of the Friends of the Berthenonville Church association. The church, dedicated to Saint Ouen and listed as a Historic Monument since 1926, was built in the 16th century. - For further information : 06 42 55 21 53 / ivan.brumpt@orange.fr
Atelier Fête des Mères
- From 22 to 25 may 2024
- 4 bis Rue de l'École, CANTIERS, Rucher de Cantiers
- Le Rucher de Cantiers offers you the chance to make baskets that you can decorate on the spot to give to your Mum on Sunday ! - How does it work ? - - You choose your packaging : a wooden log (1 ? or 2 ? depending on size), a wooden basket (2 ?), an oil display (3 ?) - - You decorate it : paint, scissors, colored sheets, linen cord, etc. (2 ? per basket made) - - While it's drying, you choose the products you'd like to offer in your basket (product prices displayed in the boutique) - - Finalize the packaging with transparent paper ! - Open-access workshops on Wednesday May 22 and Saturday May 25, from 10am to 5pm. No need to reserve. - For all ages. Children must be accompanied by an adult. - Payment by cash, credit card or cheque at the farm. Minimum 11 ? required (min 1 ? packaging + 2 ? decoration + min 8 ? products)
Club de Lecture : Western
- On 25 may 2024
- 8 bis Rue de la Mare, Médiathèque de Vexin-sur-Epte, TOURNY
- "Les coups de c ? ur des lecteurs" (Readers' favourites) : An opportunity to discuss and share your latest favourite reads ? - Wearing their best Stetsons and rattling spurs, the club's readers invite you to discover their favorites, straight from the wild west. Yiiiihaaa ! - Free with on-site registration at network media libraries or by calling 02 32 54 71 56
Foire à Tout
- On 26 may 2024
- 45 Route de Gasny, FOURGES, Terain de foot
- Do you like to bargain-hunt, find nuggets or clear out your attic of objects you no longer use ? - The Comité des fêtes de Fourges is organizing an all-you-can-eat fair on Sunday May 26 at the Fourges stadium. - On-site refreshments and catering. - For exhibitors : - Rates : 15 ? per 6 meters, vehicle parked behind stand. 2 parked vehicles = 12 meters - ATTENTION : Payment at time of booking with completed "cerfa 13939*01" form. - For further information and booking : 02 32 53 57 45
The Madness Jungle Festival #2
- On 15 june 2024
- 4 Route Lebecourt, forêt-la-folie, Salle des fêtes
- The madness jungle festival is first and foremost a collaboration between the Comité des fêtes Forêt la Folie and the association Lrb Prodution, and a strong desire to bring live entertainment to life. Based on the site of the Forêt la Folie village hall, we welcome you in a warm, friendly, family atmosphere. A multi-generational festival in the heart of the Euroise countryside, aimed at a diverse audience with a varied program, a secure, family-sized site with the option of pitching a tent free of charge to enjoy the evening - Program : Hot Slap (Rockabilly), Mark Mel'Don (Grand funk Railroad), Ligne Quatre (rap, House), 3PETITSPOINTS (Pop'n Rock). - ADMISSION : - -15 ? Camping included - - 12 ? pre-sale - - 1 ? for children under 15 - Part of the profits will be donated to charity. - Tickets on site or online : https://www.helloasso.com/associations/laruelle-bonheur-production/evenements/the-madness-jungle-festival-1?fbclid=IwAR2-Ed9_qnYkIx8Z-vq-t6xSN1RZpyp6nnpztoGEC1-IPky_prDWpo2HDvI - Information : 06 09 16 41 17 / laruellebonheur@gmail.com
