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The Arville Commandery

Travel back in time at the Arville Templar Commandery, one of the best preserved of France.

A lively evocation

of the history of the Templars

A lively evocation of the history of the Templars, the Arville Commandery buildings founded in the 12th century form a unique complex according to Régine Pernoud, a French historian of Medieval times.

visiting

the site

12th century Templar church, porch with two monumental towers, tithe barn, pigeon house, baker’s oven, stables from the 15th and 16th centuries, every single monument evokes the everyday life of those monastic knights before their departure to the Holy Land.

Step inside this fascinating Templar commandery and immerse yourself in the Middle Ages.

Once the nerve centre of the Order of the Temple, the commandery was a place of recruitment and military training, as well as an essential economic driver.
The Knights Templar lived, worked and produced the resources necessary to support their expeditions to the Holy Land here.
Today, you can discover their daily life through a captivating immersion experience, giving you a better understanding of the history of the Knights Templar and the epic story of the Crusades.

Outside, let yourself be guided by a pleasant botanical trail that runs along the old walls.
It leads you to a medieval-inspired garden, organised into four planting areas: field plants, useful plants, medicinal plants and vegetable plants. More than a hundred species tell the story of life in the Middle Ages, its knowledge, customs and beliefs, in a setting that is as educational as it is exotic.

Throughout the year, activities and workshops punctuate the visit and invite you to experience the Templar way of life in a lively and interactive way.
And for lovers of games and mysteries, try the Secret of the Commandery adventure: a fun trail punctuated with puzzles to solve, ideal for explorers of all ages.

A fascinating visit combining history, nature and adventure, just waiting to be experienced!

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Can be reserved online.

Idea !

For cyclists, follow the ” Templars circuit ” in the hilly region of the Perche.

We’ll give you an idea of what to expect on your bike!

Boucles à vélo en Perche Vendômois
Boucles à vélo en Perche Vendômois
Boucles à vélo en Perche Vendômois

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