Mesnil-Clinchamps: Holiday Apartments and Holiday Homes

Culture and History

The Église Saint-Martin in Mesnil-Clinchamps was extended between 1640 and 1680 with two side chapels, a sacristy, and a new granite bell tower. The church is open during the day; an explanatory leaflet is available inside for visitors.

The Chapelle de la Résurrection was commissioned by Louis de Gouvets, Seigneur de Clinchamps, as a burial place for his family. It is considered a crypt unique in the region. The Église Saint-Martin also contains a crossbeam depicting Christ on the cross, the Virgin Mary, and Saint John the Evangelist; it dates from the 18th century. The first church in Clinchamps is thought to date back to the 12th or 13th century.

Things to Do

Renarderie Equitation is located on the edge of the Saint-Sever-Calvados state forest. The facility has two covered riding arenas, making it possible to ride there year-round and in all weather conditions. Horse and pony riding opportunities are available for beginners and experienced riders.

The “Aux pays des Mesnils” cycling tour is an easy route through the Bocage virois, leading to traces of the local heritage.

Nearby

Near Mesnil-Clinchamps is Château de Vire, a château. In the immediate vicinity of Mesnil-Clinchamps is Abbaye Notre-Dame, a church. Église Notre-Dame de Vire, also a church, is located near Mesnil-Clinchamps. In the wider region around Mesnil-Clinchamps are Château de Torigny-sur-Vire, a château, and Mont Pinçon, a mountain.

Those considering Mesnil-Clinchamps as a travel destination may wish to rent a holiday apartment.

More pages about localities: Crouay, Auvillars, Le Manoir, Truttemer-Le-Grand, Moulines, Ryes, Fourneville, Bons-Tassilly

To the higher-level travel overview: Calvados.