Domfront (A Medieval City)

Domfront is located in Normandy on the Varenne River.

In the 11th century, Domfront was the scene of much action and fighting, since it occupied an important point on the border between Brittany and Normandy. The Domfront castle, originally built at the beginning of the 11th century, was fortified during the decades that followed. Unfortunately much of the castle was destroyed as a result of the Wars of Religion.

Eglise Saint-Julien

One of the distinctive features of this church church is lack of columns which gives it a larger feel.

Domfront is situated on a ridge and affords grand views.

Domfront Castle

The town and castle were fortified, and many of the towers have survived, along with sections of the ramparts.

Notre Dame Sur L'eau

Notre Dame Sur L'eau is an 11th century roman style church. The church once formed part of an adjoining abbey, on an important pilgrimage route, and played host to such medieval dignitaries as Richard the Lionheart and Eleanor of Aquitaine.