Moret-Loing-et-Orvanne [Moret-sur-Loing]
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Moret-Loing-et-Orvanne, 5 delegated municipalities:
Opening hours:
Ecuelles / Moret-sur-Loing / Veneux-Les Sablons:
Monday to Friday: 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. and 2:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Episy/Montarlot:
Tuesday:
9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Episy
2:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. Montarlot
Wednesday:
9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Episy
2.30 p.m. – 5.30 p.m. Episy
Thursday:
9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Montarlot
2:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. Montarlot
Friday:
9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Episy
Population : 12,110 inhabitants
Area : 33.4 km2
If, today, the village harmoniously blends with the urban character of its neighbours Moret-sur-Loing and Saint-Mammès, it was, in former times, the actual frontier between the Ile de France and Burgundy. The frontier was marked by a cross at that time.
Apart from the 12th century Church Saint-Rémi, few monuments have survived in the village. The Ravannes Manor House, demolished and rebuilt times and times again between the 5th and the 19th century, can, nowadays, only be seen on engravings in local history books, mentioning there the stay of a king of Poland Stanislas Leszczynski in 1725! The only remains of the manor house are a water feature with a cascade and a surrounding wall. The only actual period building still intact is the bridge over the Orvanne River, built in the reign of Francis 1st.
From the 18th century, the village developed around activities linked with inland navigation on the Loing canal, with, notably, the ceramics factory which manufactured the tiles for the Paris Metro.
The heart of the village has been ideally preserved for walks and the discovery of the canal. The township offers theme-based discovery trails. You can enjoy a walk or a bike ride along the towpath enjoying its peace and tranquility. But if you care for greater adventure, be aware that the “Cycle Route” linking norway to Santiago de Compostela runs through the village.
In the 18th century, Episy was highly renowned .The most famous botanists came to collect plants for the King’s herbaria, which can still be seen in Paris at the Natural History Museum.
Today the tradition has continued.
Still little-known, though designated a “Site of Special Scientific Interest”, the Episy Marsh offers visitors, both experts and novices, a diverse range of flowers and herbaceous species dating back to the Ice Age, viewed from a boardwalk.
Built along the Loing Canal with its old washhouses, Episy not only enjoys its tranquility, the village is also proud of its leisure facilities.
Take your maiden flight or hot air balloon trip from the flying club, watch a farriery demonstration or even go across country riding - come for a change, Episy is expecting you !
Away from the main roads, nestling in the Orvanne valley, Montarlot offers visitors the tranquility of villages well aware of their beauty. Numerous contemporary artists have indeed chosen to live and work here. In Montarlot there are no showy and commercial galleries but local artists open their studios every weekend where you can view their work and discuss it with them. Very close to Moret-sur-Loing, Montarlot has preserved an authentic character tinged with an artistic spirit. Come and see it for your own pleasure
The Royal Square, the City Walls, the 12th century Keep are proud of their medieval origins and shape the architecture of the old city.
Though most of the 1356 meters of walls and the twenty towers have disappeared over the years, the two gateways, Porte de Bourgogne and Porte de Samois, magnificently attest its medieval past.
The majesty of the gates, the bridge and the banks of the River Loing as that of the Church Notre Dame make Moret an exceptional site for history enthusiasts, dedicated walkers and painters. While strolling through the centre of town, you will discover superb Renaissance façades, the House of the Barley Sugar, a speciality of the nuns of Moret-sur-Loing since the 17th century or even the house and tomb of Alfred Sisley, the “Moret Impressionist”, who was the first to capture the majesty of light over the city.
Numerous tourists come and see the sites painted by Sisley and these sites have been preserved: the Bridge over the Loing, immortalized by the painter ,the Church Notre Dame, the dominating Keep, the towpaths…To those who come from town or villages nearby, come and enjoy a guided tour and don’t hesitate to wander in the narrow streets or along the banks of the river, before enjoying a meal at one of the best restaurants in town.
Enjoy rowing a boat or have a walk, canoe down the river, reach Moret by boat, arriving at the port of call. The “Point Sisley”, the Local Museum, the Bicycle Museum will welcome you. And don’t forget the Festivals: the nature Festival and the paradisio festival – in May and August/September - .
The heart of Moret keeps beating.
A gateway to the Forest of Fontainebleau, Veneux-Les-Sablons is closely linked to the history of the Imperial City nearby.
Veneux features an architecture typical of the Gâtinais Region with houses built of blocks of sandstone from the forest. While walking along 10km of narrow alleys -old rural paths- you will discover numerous vegetable gardens, a local trait which has disappeared in many of the surrounding villages.
Besides a past rich in memories of famous visitors, such as the painters Alfred Sisley and Camille Varlet, Veneux-Les-Sablons offers visitors special events : the
Cheese and Wine Fair every first weekend of September, a market every Saturday morning as well as environment discovery trails designed by the
Association -Les Maisons du Bornage - .
Veneux-Les-Sablons also boasts a Buddhist Temple, where Dagbo Rimpoché, one of the most important Spiritual Masters of the Buddhist Church in the world resides and officiates.
The “Cycle Route” linking Norway to Santiago de Compostela has been running through the village since 2008.
Discover the historic heritage, the local industries (ancient and modern) and the particular flora growing on the village territory.
14 km loop. Starting point and recommended parking: Ravanne' paved courtyard
Destroyed during the revolution, it was restored at the end of the19th century thanks to the donations of the inhabitants
Today, the surrounding wall, the refurbished water feature, the cascade, the “cold- room” and a few period trees are the only remains of the past.
Classified Sensitive Natural Area (ENS), this 44-hectare site offers a discovery tour to better understand the unique fauna and flora of this wetland.
Observation is possible from the platforms installed along the route. Hiking trails are available (documents available at the Tourist Office) and "nature outings" are organized throughout the year by the "Maison de l'Environnement".
Saint-Pierre-aux-Liens is the Patron of Episy. His statue is present inside the church.
The Lunain river flows into the Loing canal at the lock of Episy. It continues with this artificial fall after the lock.
Recreational aviation / flight school / first flights.
Rue du Général Cuffaut
Phone: 01 64 45 83 63
fax: 09 55 11 83 63
- Moret-Episy airfield
phone: 01 64 45 80 71
Departure possible from Episy, on reservation.
17 km loop. Starting point and recommended parking: navigation car park (D40)
14km loop. Starting point and recommended parking: Rue Grande parking lot, 200 m from the trail
This Church was designated a “Listed Historic Monument” in 1908. It features a 12th century choir and a 13th century nave, surmounted by a square tower.
The Bell-tower, supported by four columns built under each angle of the belfry, contributes to the undeniable charm of the village
To discover the medieval city,
follow the Historic Town Trail at leisure or book a Guided Tour.
Information at the Tourist Office Moret Seine& Loing, place de Samois
Phone: 01 60 70 41 66
9 spaces for pleasure boats and 2 spaces for passenger boats (water and electricity provided).
Open from 1st April to 31st October
Phone: 33 (0)1 60 72 81 70 and 33 (0)6 08 95 38 95
Email: port.moret@ccmsl.com
Discover the life of Alfred Sisley, (the Impressionist Painter) through his works.
24, rue Grande.
Information : 33 (0)1 60 70 39 99 or 33 (0)1 64 31 18 74
Free entrance.
The Tourist Office also offers thematic Guided Tours on Impressionist Painting. See more about guided tours
FInd all the information on outdoor activities page
«Apikopa»
06 21 09 37 50
Emaill: apikopa@orange.fr - Website: www.apikopa.fr
«Les Cyclos du Loing»
Bike rental, VTT, electric bikes, tandems. 12, rue Eugène Moussoir
Phone: 06 42 50 98 13
Email: contact@lescyclosduloing.fr - Website: www.lescyclosduloing.fr
47 avenue Jean Jaurès
Phone: 01 60 70 80 85 / 06 74 75 31 06
Email: contact@montgolfieres-france.com
Phone: 03 80 97 38 61 / Fax : 03 80 97 37 42
Email: reservations@francemontgolfieres.com - Website: www.francemontgolfieres.com
« Art Montgolfières »,
34 Clos des Raimbaudières, 41400 St Georges sur Cher,
Phone: 02 54 32 08 11, Website: https://www.art-montgolfieres.fr/fr/
www.cafethalietheatre.com
The theatre has shows throughout the year.
Rue Georges Morangier
Bookings : 06 68 91 10 11
This vast wetland located along the river in Moret-sur-Loing faces the barn, former property of the family of "Tiger" G. Clemenceau. It is home to many protected species. Naturalistic outings are offered by Seine et Marne Environnement.
Website: www.me77.fr
Currently being completely rebuilt
Route de Saint-Mammès
At the end of the 12th century, Moret marked the border between the kingdom of France and Burgundy. Philippe Auguste makes Moret a stronghold and surrounds it with a belt of ramparts, flanked by 3 doors. In the West, the door of Samois (formerly of Paris), in the East, the door of of Burgundy, the door of Orleans having disappeared in the XIXth century.
The Burgundy Gate is open to the public during the Heritage Days.
Considered as a major element of the Gothicarchitecture north of the Loire, it presents an apse without ambulatory and a choir inspired by Notre-Dame de Paris. It houses a Renaissance organ that is among the oldest in France.
Seat of the seigneurial power of the king under Louis VI, this Norman type keep dominates the city. It was a residence appreciated by the first Capetians and later by Jacqueline de Bueil. In 1664, the Superintendent of Finance, Nicolas Fouquet, was imprisoned in the custody of D'Artagnan.
Open to the public during the Heritage Days
Originally a grand mansion, it was transformed by the Parisian architect Paul-Joseph Clément, a neo-gothic lover, into a fifteenth-century private mansion pastiche. In 1948, the municipality acquires it to install the Town Hall.
Other must see includes The Raccolet house, the bridge of Moret and the Priory of Pont Loup.
This Renaissance gallery dating from 1527, known as "François I" is an architectural fantasy that we owe to Nicolas Chabouillé. It is decorated with carved motifs alternately representing flowers and scenes from the works of Hercules. Originally located on Rue Grande, it was bought by a cavalry colonel, dismantled and rebuilt in Paris and became the facade of a mansion intended for his mistress, the actress Miss Saint-Mars. In 1955 it returned to Moret, after a 133-year exile.
Town hall courtyard
The recipe for this candy enjoyed the world over was created in Moret-sur-Loing by Benedictine nuns in the 17th century.
The museum gives you a chance to discover and taste this speciality.
Musée du Sucre d'Orge
Moulin provencher
Contact :
Moret Seine & Loing tourist office
Phone: 01 60 70 41 66
Email: tourisme@ccmsl.com
Entrée adulte : 2.00 €. Enfant - 10 ans : 1.00€.
Barley sugar shop
Place Royale - Tél. : 01 60 70 24 53
9 km loop between Saint-Mammès and Moret-sur-Loing. Starting point and recommended parking: Grand Jardin car park, rte de St-Mammès - Circuit accessible on foot from the train stations of Moret and St-Mammès.
Set up within the ancient shops of the Prugnat Factory where the famous “bicycle clips” were manufactured, the Bicycle Museum concentrates on the history of the bicycle.
The Draisienne (the hobby-horse), the Michaux’s Penny-farthing, the Grand Bi (the front-wheel driven penny-farthing),
the “Hirondelle” and the numerous unusual collection pieces on show will make your visit an unforgettable trip into the past.
Site Prugnat, route de St-Mammès.
Tel : 33 (0)1 64 70 62 52
E-mail : tourisme@ccmsl.com
Information at the Tourist Office.
The museum is open Tuesday to Friday from 1 p.m. to 7 p.m., Saturday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Free admission. Guided tours for groups all year round and for individuals (programme available at the Tourist Office)
INFORMATION AND RESERVATIONS: MORET SEINE ET LOING TOURISM OFFICE
4 bis, place de Samois—77250 MORET SUR LOING Téléphone
Phone: 01 60 70 41 66
E-Mail: tourisme@ccmsl.com
Every first weekend in September.
(Public Washing Place) (19th century)
According to a legend, the bell was cast with scraps from that of the Church of Fontainebleau which had been taken down and broken during the Revolution.
Information at the town hall.
11km of alleyways criss-cross the town of Veneux-Les-Sablons. As wide as a wheel-barrow, they used to allow the local inhabitants to reach their enclosed vegetable gardens.
Walking trails “GR11” and “GR11bis” follow them. Starting from the station, walkers can thus discover the town through its gardens or reach the forest.
5,5km loop. Starting point and recommended parking: Parking du Port - circuit accessible on foot from the train station
Glider initiation flight, flight school, courses
Roaster offering tastings and sales
For all your professional or private events
A legendary sweet ...
Actually closed (reopening in april)
PRACTICAL INFORMATION: CLOSED FOR WORKS UNTIL 2024
...Housed in the former workshops of the Prugnat factories, where the famous "Parisian clips"...
Itinerant maintenance and repair of cycles
Bakery - Pastry
Bakery - Pastry
Roaster offering tastings and sales
Fast food / kebab
Eat in or take away
Ice cream maker since 1984
"Our pizzas are elaborated by a professional pizza maker using a long fermentation dough,...
Tea room & coffee shop - Tea & herbal teas - Triporteur coffee for events
Japanese specialties for take-out and delivery
Feel at home right away...take a break from everything!
Small house typical of Moret with a surface area of 24m2, with a small shared...
Beautiful Loft with a floor area of 50m2
2 stars & 100% authentic
This studio is located between the two doors, in the...
Beautiful apartment with stunning views of the Loing, direct access to the towpath.
Small house typical of Moret with an area of 30m2, with a small shared interior courtyard.
Bed and breakfast
Formerly a barley sugar factory, our charming house located in the...
"La Petite Madame" is located in the historic heart of Moret sur Loing. This charming stone...
This former farm of the early nineteenth century, carefully restored and renamed "La Pommerie"...
Rediscover the charm of the houses of yesteryear
In the historic heart of Moret-sur-Loing, “Sisley Cottage” welcomes you in a “cozy-chic”...
Surrounded by a garden, you are welcomed in a house full of charm, "Toute une histoire" in...
All of Moret Seine & Loing Tourist Office team is at your disposal.
