Épieds-en-Beauce: Dolmen, Village History and Fête patronale

Épieds-en-Beauce is located in the agricultural region of Beauce. Several local points of interest come together when planning a stay: the Dolmen dit de Coulmiers, memorial sites relating to the history of the town, the Fête patronale and a picnic area under the trees. The town’s profile thus ranges from prehistoric heritage and remembrance of the 1870 war to an event date or a break in town. When considering a destination for a hotel stay, it may help to ask whether history, an event date or a break outdoors is especially important to your trip.

Dolmen and Early History

The Dolmen dit de Coulmiers is located at Pièces des Pierres-Fenats in Épieds-en-Beauce. It dates from the Neolithic period and was classified as a Monument historique in 1900. These details refer to two different aspects: the Neolithic period indicates when the structure was built, while 1900 is the year of its official classification for protection. Both its prehistoric dating and its later classification as a protected historic monument are therefore important for understanding the dolmen’s history. Its precise location distinguishes this point of interest from memorial sites connected with the more recent history of the town.

A memorial monument at the entrance to Épieds-en-Beauce commemorates the town’s experience of the 1870 war. The town also has 16 roadside crosses on record. The number may change if crosses are restored or removed. These are different historical points of interest for orienting yourself in the area than the Neolithic dolmen: the memorial monument explicitly links the town to the 1870 war, while the crosses are listed as part of the municipal cultural heritage inventory.

Fête patronale and Knowledge Sharing

The Fête patronale is the main local event in Épieds-en-Beauce. A market featuring local producers is held on Sunday. The market arrangements may vary from one edition to the next; if you are planning your trip around the event, check the date and programme in advance. The Fête patronale is a specific point of reference if you would like to include a local event in your travel plans.

A March 2026 municipal gazette describes knowledge-sharing workshops at the Médiathèque L’Envolée. People can share their skills, passions or techniques there. The workshop programme may evolve; if you are planning to attend a workshop, check the relevant edition. Alongside the market, this format offers a different focus: sharing knowledge and skills.

Picnic Area and Getting There

The picnic area is on Place Saint-Privat, opposite the town hall and under the trees. It is an easy-to-find spot for a break; check the facilities before you arrive. By car, take the A 10, D 2157 and D 955. Check traffic conditions before setting off. Sandra Gasnier’s ceramics studio is in a hamlet two kilometres from the town centre. If you would like to include the studio in your travel plans, check visiting arrangements in advance.

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