Domfront

Domfront

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GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION CLOSEST TOWNS
TownDomfrontLa Haute-Chapelle at 3.9 km (5 min)
Insee code61145Saint-Gilles-des-Marais at 4.2 km (6 min)
Postcode61700Saint-Brice at 5 km (6 min)
Latitude48.5942890Saint-Bômer-les-Forges at 7.1 km (8 min)
Longitude-0.6504330Rouellé at 7.3 km (9 min)
AltitudeFrom 117 to 256 metersLucé at 7.3 km (9 min)
Surface35.54 km²Saint-Mars-d'Égrenne at 8 km (9 min)
Population3936 inhabitantsAvrilly at 8.7 km (10 min)
Density115 inhabitants/km²Champsecret at 9.3 km (10 min)
National labelsLonlay-l'Abbaye at 9.3 km (11 min)
Chief townAlençon (at 61 km, 63 min)Torchamp at 9.3 km (10 min)
DepartmentOrneSaint-Roch-sur-Égrenne at 10.3 km (11 min)
RegionLower NormandySearch another town
LOCATION

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TOWN PRESENTATION

Domfront, medieval town, enjoys a privileged natural site and offers an exceptional view on a large wooded horizon. As part of the "most beautiful detours of France", Domfront invites visitors to stroll. Note also the high quality of its bloom throughout the year, which is to be rewarded with 3 flowers. Its history is rich.


SIGHTSEEING
  • The castle and its grounds: Domfront Castle, built on a sandstone outcrop, overlooking the gorge 50 m de la Varenne. In an undeniably strategic location, the castle was for centuries, one of the strongest dungeons of France. There are now two sections majestic.
  • The medieval town with its cobbled streets, ramparts, courtyards and timbered houses, awakening.
  • Charles Leander Museum: located in the Town Hall itself, it can be visited from Monday to Friday from 9am to 12pm and from 1:30 p.m. to 4:45 p.m.. You just contact the secretariat. The museum, or rather curiosity cabinet, consists of very different objects, well presented, giving it an undeniable charm.
  • The Notre Dame: This Romanesque church was built around 1020 by Guillaume de Belleme. It takes its name from its location next to a ford of the Varenne. After multiple phases of renovation, the church has retained its disposal in a Latin cross. The building is classified in 1889 by the Fine Arts.
  • The church of Saint-Julien: the church of Byzantine style with a square, was closed in 1993 for its originality and its unity. It is concrete. Currently, only the exterior are visible.
Detailed information
Information pointsTourist Office of Domfront
Leisure centresRacecourse of the Croix des Laudes
MonumentsCastle of Domfront,   Church Notre-Dame-sur-l'Eau,   Church Saint-Julien

EVENTS AND CELEBRATIONS
  • Market: every Friday from 8:30 to 12:30 (information at City Hall).
  • Fair exhibition and carnival: the weekend of Palm Sunday.
  • Folklore Festival: July.
  • The Medieval (medieval market and street shows and the theater) in August, every two years.

ATTRACTIONS, LEISURES AND ACTIVITES AROUND
  • The Andaines forest, mainly composed of deciduous trees, offers many hiking trails, horseback and bicycle.
  • The mansion of the Saucers: located in the village of Upper Chapel, about 6 km from Domfront, the manor is a curiosity to discover.
  • Bagnoles de l'Orne: spa town, located about twenty kilometers from Domfront who really like tourists.
  • Renaudies Gardens, Floral Park, to Colombiers du Plessis.
  • Theme park in the Colmont Gorron. Adventure park, swin-golf, mini-rafting ...
  • Hiking in Brecé near Gorron. Interpretive trail around the nature and heritage.
PHOTOS
Domfront Castle
 
Church of Our Lady of Domfront
City Council Domfront
  
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WEATHER
Tuesday 14 February
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Min. 3°C - Max. 7°C
Wednesday 15 February
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Min. 3°C - Max. 8°C
Thursday 16 February
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RESTAURANTS 
Il coccodrillo
Bagnoles-de-l'Orne
Celine and Sebastien will be happy to welcome you in a warm atmosphere to taste different dishes of their card Pizzas, Bruschetta, Salads, Pasta and meat houses and our 32 flavors ice...
Located 17.3 km from DomfrontFrom 10 € to 20 € per person 
Les closeaux phil Hôtel Restaurant  
10
Romagny
The Phil Closeaux. Hotel Bar Restaurant. Lydie and Philippe welcome you warmly to their hotel restaurant.    - We are located between Mortain and St Hilaire du Harcouet. Our choice...
Located 23 km from DomfrontFrom 10 € to 15 € per person 

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BEDS & BREAKFASTS 
NumeroCINQ Chambre d'Hotes / B&B    
9.7
Domfront
Numerocinq b&b in Domfront is the perfect base from which to explore this fascinating and beautiful region of Normandy. We offer you Bed and Breakfast accommodation with arguably some...
Located in Domfront60 € the double room 
La Fosse Roger  
Saint-Brice
A warm welcome awaits you in this traditional granite Normandy house, built in 1833. The house has recently been renovated, but, retains all it's traditional charm and elegance.
Located 4 km from Domfront60 € the double room 
Chambres des Clématites et Gîtes    
9.5
Saint-Cyr-du-Bailleul
Bed and Breakfast in the countryside in a small village south of Heritage Channel 2 km from the department of Orne. We offer four cottages family instead of two to five people, all...
Located 11.4 km from DomfrontFrom 37 € to 42 € the double room 

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VACATION RENTALS 
Manoir Sainte Cecile  
9.2
Juvigny-sous-Andaine
A wealthy Parisian built Le Manoir Sainte Cécile in 1900 on the site of an old gendarmerie. The house and accommodation sits in its own private grounds and lands of 10 acres with mature...
Located 12.3 km from DomfrontFrom 230 € to 385 € per week 

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CAMPSITES 
Le Potager 
Sourdeval
Camping municipal quiet and shady, near the city center and near a small pond. All shops nearby.
Located 24 km from Domfront5.10 € per day 

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HOTELS
Logis Hôtel De France     
8.1
Domfront
Set in a park on the banks of the Varenne’s river, the Logis Hotel de France is situated in Domfront, a medieval town characterized by its scenery and trails around the ramparts. It...
Located in DomfrontRoom from 42 €
Logis Hotel Au Bon Accueil     
8.8
Juvigny-sous-Andaine
This Logis hotel is located in Juvigny-sous-Andaine, close to the spa resort of Bagnoles de l'Orne. It offers en suite accommodation with free Wi-Fi internet access and a TV. Breakfast...
Located 11.4 km from DomfrontRoom from 60 €
Le Manoir Du Lys     
8.5
Bagnoles-de-l'Orne
Le Manoir Du Lys is located in the heart of a forest, only one hour from Mont Saint Michel. The hotel offers indoor and outdoor swimming pools and free Wi-Fi internet access. The individually-decorated...
Located 15.6 km from DomfrontRoom from 140 €

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