“La ronde des Donnamariens” is a 7.3 km-long PR hiking trail in Dame-Marie-les-Bois. In addition, “La ronde des Donnamariens” in Dame-Marie-les-Bois is a 7.0 km-long walk. The hiking route provides insights into the cultural heritage of Dame-Marie-les-Bois, which bears witness to the history of the municipality over the centuries.
Those choosing Dame-Marie-les-Bois as a holiday destination may wish to rent a holiday apartment.
Culture
Dame-Marie-les-Bois is home to a washhouse (lavoir) built in 1902. It has a floor that can be adjusted using winches to suit the water level and was used until the 1970s.
The present-day Notre-Dame Church incorporates construction phases and alterations dating from the 11th to the 19th century. Its oldest part is the half of the nave located on the choir side, which dates from the 11th century. The Romanesque façade bears the inscription “1848”, referring to the construction work.
The communal fountain in Dame-Marie-les-Bois was faithfully restored using engravings and photographs. It is believed to date from the period of the French Revolution.
The tomb slab of Nicolas Ravot d’Ombreval is one of the three protected objects in a church in Dame-Marie-les-Bois.
History
The historic Blémars Forest was extensively cleared in the 11th and 12th centuries by monks from Marmoutier Abbey.
