Saint-Denis-Le-Ferment: Holiday apartments and holiday homes
Accommodation in Saint-Denis-Le-Ferment
A preserved bocage landscape surrounds the village of Saint-Denis-le-Ferment along the Lévrière; the surrounding area offers wide-ranging views.
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Those choosing Saint-Denis-le-Ferment as a travel destination may wish to rent a holiday apartment.
Nature and trails
The Chemin de la Reine Blanche begins at the car park on Rue de l'Abreuvoir near the church.
Culture and history
The shaft of the Renaissance cross at Saint-Denis Church is attributed to Jean Goujon and, like the church choir, is registered as a monument historique.
The Sainte-Austreberthe Chapel stands on the hills above Saint-Denis-le-Ferment; it is the only surviving remnant of a medieval priory.
Further historical traces can be found at the Manoir de Montalègre: its gateway is partly classified as a monument historique. The postern gate and tower of the manor house of Saint-Denis-le-Ferment date from the 18th century and are located on private property.
In the immediate vicinity of Saint-Denis-le-Ferment is the Sainte-Austreberte Priory, which is considered a historic site. The area also contains the remains of the Château de Gisors, which are considered ruins, as well as Gomerfontaine Abbey, which is considered a historic site. Further afield in the region around Saint-Denis-le-Ferment is the Château d'Alincourt, which is classified as a château.
Tradition
Every year, a traditional pilgrimage connects the church of Saint-Denis-le-Ferment with the Sainte-Austreberthe Chapel. As part of this annual traditional pilgrimage, a communal picnic is held in the countryside.
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