New commune located in Normandy, in the Orne department, Perche en Nocé was born in January 2016 from the merger of the villages of Dancé, Colonard-Corubert, Nocé, Préaux-du-Perche, Saint-Aubin-des-Grois, and Saint -Jean-de-la-Forêt. It is located in the Regional Natural Park of Perche, between Bellême and Nogent-le-Rotrou.
Populated since the Gallo-Roman era, the territory of Perche en Nocé has developed quietly since the Middle Ages, especially under the influence of various abbeys nearby. Formed of mainly agricultural communes, it is also known for its production and breeding of Percheron breeds, appreciated by horse lovers.
The new town has an architectural, cultural and natural heritage of great importance, which can be discovered by spending a few days in this green and welcoming region. The proximity to some of the most beautiful sights of the Perche also makes it an ideal place for holidays in the great outdoors.
Listed in the Historical Monuments, the church Saint-Jouin de Dancé reveals a fragment of stained glass God the father classified with the Historical Monuments. The building, of the eleventh century, was modified in the fifteenth and sixteenth centuries. The town also admits the manor of Plessis, building of the sixteenth century listed historical monument, the castle of Beuvrière nineteenth century, the manor of the Revaudière sixteenth century, and the castle of the nineteenth century Bourdinière with its classified garden.
The religious buildings are not lacking in Colonard-Corubert, and you will appreciate the Saint-Joseph and Saint-Martin church and its 16th century oak lectern, the Saint-Pierre and Saint-Paul church of the 13th century. century, or the church Notre-Dame de Courthioust, Romanesque building of the eleventh century listed historical monument. You will also appreciate the manor of the Brainville lords of the 16th century, the castle of Saint-Hilaire-des-Noyers from the 15th century, and the manor house of Perrin.
Nocé has a beautiful heritage listed or listed historical monument. Do not miss the 12th century Saint-Martin church, the 16th century presbytery, the Courboyer manor house whose outbuildings house the house of the Perche Regional Nature Park, the Lormarin manor house which is partly used as a bed and breakfast, Barville Manor, and Beaulieu Manor.
You will appreciate the 13th century Saint-Germain church of Préaux-du-Perche, known for its 17th century altarpiece and 16th century wall paintings. On the town, you will discover the manor of La Lubinière of the fifteenth century, the manor of Tarainière and François garden, a landscaped garden open to the public and installed around a typical percheron farm.
The Saint-Aubin church of Saint-Aubin-des-Grois has a high altar of the eighteenth century and three paintings classified as Historical Monuments.
Saint-Jean-de-la-Forêt is home to a Romanesque church with an octagonal bell tower and an 18th century presbytery.
Several marked hiking trails to walk, bike or horseback allow you to appreciate all the natural and architectural wonders of the region.
- On the second Sunday of May, Colonard-Corubert welcomes his garage sales.
- The communal festival is held every year in July with different animations. Program, country meal, dance, fireworks and flea market.
- Christmas markets are organized at the end of the year.
Ouverture du Manoir du Plessis
- From 1 april to 30 june 2024
- Dancé, Lieu-dit Le Plessis-Dancé
- One of the smallest manor houses in the Perche region, built between the 15th and 16th centuries, which, unlike most seigneurial houses, does not have a tower. The dwelling has a simple facade with mullioned windows protected by beautiful wrought iron gates. - Practical : free visit of the outside every day from 10 am to 1 pm and from 3 pm to 6 pm - visit of the inside on written request.
"Un Voyage Hors du Temps" - Concert de Michel Deneuve
- On 8 june 2024
- 9 Rue Saint-Martin, Eglise Saint-Martin, Nocé
- Classical music concert with Michel Deneuve, crystal organ. - Practical : at Saint-Martin church in Nocé - organized by Moulin Blanchard.
"Don Giovanni" - Opéra
- On 22 june 2024
- Lieu-dit La Basse Passière, Préaux du Perche
- Mozart's Don Giovanni by Regents Opera. - Practical : at Théâtre Basse Passière in Préaux du Perche - book online.
Soirée Piero Heliczer au Moulin Blanchard
- On 22 june 2024
- Le Moulin Blanchard, Nocé
- Conference, screening and concert.
Balade Nature
- On 23 june 2024
- Préaux-du-Perche
- Along stony or grassy paths, Valérie will guide you to Mont Cendrou and tell you all about the hedges, orchards, black bees and architectural heritage that make up the charm of this pretty village of Préaux-du-Perche. - Practicalities : Duration : 2 hours. Places limited to 6 people. Reservations required (before 4pm on June 22).
Inauguration du Site Mémoriel Piero Heliczer
- On 23 june 2024
- Préaux du Perche
- Meet at Moulin Blanchard (program under development).
Le Choeur Cappellum en Concert
- On 6 july 2024
- Colonard-Corubert, Courthioust
- A cappella men's choir with a repertoire of sacred songs from around the world. - Practical : in the church of Notre-Dame de Courthioust - free participation - organized by the Association des 3 clochers.
Festival Perche en Rock
- On 6 july 2024
- Le Boistier, Préaux du Perche
- Rock music festival at the Boistier farm, with farmers' market. - Further information : http://percheenrock.fr
"Notre Troisième Peau" - Théâtre & Perfomance
- On 6 july 2024
- Le Moulin Blanchard, Nocé
- Theater with Compagnie Mycelium around W. Hundertwasser with residents of neighboring towns. - Practical details : the venue and day (either July 6 or 7) have yet to be decided. Organized by Moulin Blanchard.
"Le Roi Arthur" - Opéra
- On 6 july 2024
- Lieu-dit La Basse Passière, Préaux du Perche
- Henry Purcell's opera "King Arthur" by the "Barok Opera", Amsterdam. - Practical info : at Théâtre Basse Passière in Préaux du Perche - book online.