Château-Landon
Ancient medieval fortified town. Birthplace of the Counts of Anjou and Kings of England, situated on a rocky outcrop overlooking the Fusain valley.
The town bears witness to a prestigious medieval past and is well worth a visit.
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Alternative route recommended by CTE
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When you reach Rue Saint-Séverin, turn left and then right onto Rue de la Ville Forte, which goes around Saint Séverin Abbey. The climb is steep. At the end of the street, turn right onto Rue Hetzel. You can find a map of the town at the tourist office. There are bicycle racks on the market square.
To leave, take Albert Ouvré Street, then at General Leclerc Square, take Nemours Street. Next, follow Charles de Gaulle Street until you reach Bas de Saint-André Street, which will be on your right. Go down this street until you reach Chemin de la Haie de Banse. Stay on this road until you reach the first road on the left, which will take you to a bridge over the Fusain.
After the bridge, turn left immediately. Cross Tabarderie Park (picnic area) along the Fusain until you reach the road. At the road, turn right onto Rue des Gauthiers. At the end of the hamlet of Les Gauthiers, turn left onto the D43 to the hamlet of Néronville and the Loing Canal, where you will rejoin the cycle route.
Information Tab :
- OTSI : 6 rue Hetzel – 77570 Château-Landon – Tel: 01 64 29 38 08 – http://tourisme.chateau-landon.com/
Mustsee Tab :
- Madeleine and Saint-Thugal Towers (8th-11th centuries)
- Former Royal Abbey of Saint-Séverin (12th century)
- Church of Notre-Dame (10th-14th centuries)
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