Moret-sur-Loing

Moret-sur-Loing

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GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION CLOSEST TOWNS
TownMoret-sur-LoingVeneux-les-Sablons at 2.3 km (3 min)
Insee code77316Écuelles at 2.3 km (4 min)
Postcode77250Saint-Mammès at 2.3 km (3 min)
Latitude48.3733470Vernou-la-Celle-sur-Seine at 4.8 km (8 min)
Longitude2.8164290Champagne-sur-Seine at 4.8 km (9 min)
AltitudeFrom 45 to 98 metersMontarlot at 5.3 km (9 min)
Surface4.94 km²Villecerf at 5.6 km (12 min)
Population4472 inhabitantsÉpisy at 6.3 km (13 min)
Density928 inhabitants/km²Thomery at 6.3 km (12 min)
National labelMontigny-sur-Loing at 7.5 km (15 min)
Chief townMelun (at 32 km, 39 min)Varennes-sur-Seine at 8.4 km (14 min)
DepartmentSeine-et-MarneLa Genevraye at 8.7 km (17 min)
RegionIle-de-FranceSearch another town
LOCATION

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TOWN PRESENTATION

At the edge of the Forest of Fontainebleau and installed on the banks of the Loing, the fortified 12th century belonged to the royal domain. In 1120, Louis Le Gros 6th erected in castellany. It then comprised 1356 meters of ramparts, turrets twenty three doors and a dungeon. Some relics are still well preserved today and contribute to the charm of the city. Porte de Bourgogne (to visit) and Samois Gate (the Gate of Paris) have kept look great on both ends of the Rue Grande. Since the Impressionist painter Alfred Sisley and his friends have discovered Moret-sur-Loing, many artists from all countries come to ask their easels.


SIGHTSEEING

Do not miss the bridge, the gates of the city, ramparts, tower, Notre Dame and his Renaissance organ, called the facade of Francis 1 and its unusual history, Renaissance houses, the house and the grave Sisley, the House of Sucre d'Orge (specialty of the Religious of Moret).

You can also visit the Municipal Museum, the Musée du Sucre d'Orge, the Conservatory of Cycling, the Priory of Pont-Loup and picture galleries of the city.

For lovers of water sports and relaxation at the waterside, the Loing offers the possibility of rowing, canoeing, boat cruise or electric boat. Note the presence of an artisan glacier to the greatest delight for walkers.

Dinner theater for lovers of theater, dinner theater and music, from October to late June

Detailed information
Leisure centresMunicipal Museum of Moret-sur-Loing
Performance hallsTheatre Thalie

EVENTS AND CELEBRATIONS
  • The 1st weekend of April: BD Mania.
  • Easter Sunday: Great Hunt Easter Eggs.
  • The last Sunday in April: Garage sale.
  • The 3rd weekend of May: Spring Market.
  • Spring: Salon Painting.
  • July and August:
  • Guided tours of the town every Wednesday and Sunday at 15 am and staged tours every Saturday at 16 pm (starting Tourist Office).
  • Theater and Lighting "The 3 Musketeers" on Saturday to 21:30 at the Pre Pin on the banks of the Loing.
  • The 2nd weekend of September: Exhibition of Art Crafts and open artist studios.
  • The 3rd weekend of September: Heritage Days with exceptional opening the dungeon, Logis du Bon Saint-Jacques, the Hotel de Ville ...
  • The last weekend of September: Feast 1900.
  • Mid-October: Festival of Humor.
  • The 2nd weekend of December: Christmas Market.

ATTRACTIONS, LEISURES AND ACTIVITES AROUND
  • Walking 5 miles left Moret: "The Hollow Mountain".
  • 2 sensitive natural areas: the Clemenceau and the Prairie Plain Sorques.
PHOTOS
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WEATHER
Wednesday 15 February
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Min. 2°C - Max. 7°C
Thursday 16 February
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Min. 2°C - Max. 8°C
Friday 17 February
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RESTAURANTS 
Le Troubadour
Fontainebleau
At the heart of Fontainebleau, facing the castle, discover this intimate place.  You can enjoy traditional food and dance at the same time. Every Friday and Saturday nights, animation...
Located 9.4 km from Moret-sur-LoingFrom 15 € to 30 € per person 
Auberge des Acacias
Cély
Our hostel has existed for over a century and offers traditional cuisine in a family setting. Its location in the Regional Park Gâtinais to discover French Barbizon painters in the...
Located 23 km from Moret-sur-LoingFrom 20 € to 40 € per person 

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BEDS & BREAKFASTS 
La Pommerie    
8.3
Épisy
At 72 km from Paris, 12 Fontainebleau and 6 of the medieval town of Moret-sur-Loing, Épisy is a charming village on the Canal du Loing. Un small walled garden is reserved for independent...
Located 4.7 km from Moret-sur-Loing80 € the double room 
Domaine des tinarages  
Échouboulains
1 H Paris, Fontainebleau 20 km, 28 km of Provins, field 5 guest rooms (12 persons) and 2 houses (14 people) over 10 acres of park and forest. Party tents (75 m²). table d'hote restaurant...
Located 15.9 km from Moret-sur-LoingFrom 55 € to 80 € the double room 
Au plaisir du livre  
Arbonne-la-Forêt
- In a village near the forest of Fontainebleau, located 4 km from Barbizon, Fontainebleau 10 km and 10 km from Milly la Forêt welcomes you in a completely renovated old forge. Passion...
Located 19.2 km from Moret-sur-LoingFrom 75 € to 85 € the double room 

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VACATION RENTALS 
Gite Bord du Loing et Foret de Fontaineb  
9.2
Montigny-sur-Loing
Along the River Loing and the edge of forest, is a charming property just outside the village of Montigny sur Loing. The cottage is an apartment located at the ground-garden of a detached...
Located 5.9 km from Moret-sur-LoingFrom 450 € to 580 € per week 
Gites des jonquilles  
9.2
Recloses
Located in a small country village, at 10 minutes from the climbing spots and « Grand Parquet » of Fontainebleau, we propose 3 gîtes, classified 3 ears of corn: 2 gîtes with a capacity...
Located 13.2 km from Moret-sur-LoingFrom 450 € to 730 € per week 
Gite Ury Fontainebleau  
9.2
Ury
English : This shelter is an apartment duplexe of 53 m ² in a former farm building. 1 er stage: big equipped cook, bathroom, living room with hi-fi, tv, dvd, (sofa bed for 2 persons)......
Located 16.3 km from Moret-sur-LoingFrom 250 € to 390 € per week 

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CAMPSITES 
Les Courtilles du Lido    
7.6
Veneux-les-Sablons
Campsite on the edge of then 14th century charming village of Moret sur Loing, and located 5 km south of Fontainebleau in direction of Sens on the RN6.3 Star tourist campsite, international...
Located 1.5 km from Moret-sur-Loing 

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HOTELS
Etap Hotel Fontainebleau Avon     
7.6
Avon
Etap Hotel Fontainebleau Avon is located in Avon, 150 metres from Fontainebleau Forest, 300 metres from Gare Fontainebleau-Avon Train Station. It offers air-conditioned rooms with a...
Located 8.4 km from Moret-sur-LoingRoom from 50 €
Hôtel Belle Fontainebleau     
6.5
Fontainebleau
This hotel is located in the heart of Fontainebleau, 140 metres from Fontainebleau Palace and less than a 15-minute walk to Foret Domaniale de Fontainebleau Forest. It offers free Wi-Fi....
Located 9.2 km from Moret-sur-LoingRoom from 53 €
Napoléon     
7.2
Fontainebleau
The hotel lies in the heart of Fontainebleau, within a stone's throw of the famous forest and castle, about 60 km south of Paris and 30 minutes away from Orly Airport. Hôtel Napoléon...
Located 9.2 km from Moret-sur-LoingRoom from 96 €

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