Nature
In Vendeuvre, the Jardins d’eau surprises form a pleasure garden dedicated to water, with islands, cascades, streams and an arboretum. The grounds feature recreated surprise water features associated with park architecture and ancient stories. A path between two boxwood labyrinths leads to the Jardins d’eau surprises.
When planning a trip, the accommodation preference may be to rent a holiday apartment in Vendeuvre.
Culture
The choir of the Église paroissiale Saint-André in Vendeuvre dates from the 13th century. The church’s side chapels were built in 1670 for Claude de Graindorge.
Construction of the Château de Vendeuvre was begun in 1741 by Alexandre de Vendeuvre; Jacques-François Blondel was commissioned as the architect. Since its construction, the Château de Vendeuvre has preserved its original furnishings and furniture. The Musée du mobilier miniature is located in the château’s orangery. It contains more than 700 miniature pieces of furniture and presents the decorative arts in miniature from the 16th century to the Art Deco period.
The Château de Vendeuvre has free parking and bicycle parking within the grounds.
Château de Carel, a castle, is located near Vendeuvre. Château d’Assy, a castle, is located in the vicinity of Vendeuvre. Château de Canon, a castle, is also located in the vicinity of Vendeuvre. Abbaye de Saint-Pierre-sur-Dives, a monastery, is also located near Vendeuvre.
Wine
Guided tours are offered at the Arpents du Soleil winery in Grisy, Vendeuvre. Arpents du Soleil is located at 5 chemin des vignes, Grisy, 14170 Vendeuvre.
