Perruel: Discover Trails, Nature and History

Perruel can be explored through three themes: trails, nature and history. The Véloroute des légendes passes through the commune; the du gros chêne hiking trail leads from the centre to Mesnil Perruel. The Pisciculture de Perruel welcomes visitors on the banks of three ponds in the Andelle valley. Other highlights include the La Quesnée ZNIEFF and the history of the Abbaye Notre-Dame de l'Ile-Dieu. These highlights can help you decide whether Perruel suits the themes of your trip before you look for a hotel for your stay.

Hiking trails and other routes

The du gros chêne hiking trail connects the centre of Perruel with Mesnil Perruel and passes through hilly countryside. The Véloroute des légendes also passes through the commune. The Lyons Andelle area has 14 hiking trails totalling 147 kilometres of marked routes; the trails can be explored on foot, by bicycle or on horseback. The 147 kilometres is the total length of the Lyons Andelle trails, not the length of the du gros chêne trail; this keeps the regional overview distinct from the individual route. Figures and markings may be updated, and route conditions may change, so check the current route before setting out.

La Quesnée: area and habitat

The La Quesnée ZNIEFF covers 20.03 hectares in Perruel. From west to east, it is bordered by the Andelle, a poplar plantation and a ditch in which a stream flows year-round. The rich and diverse riverside vegetation provides a notable habitat for insects. The area figure describes its extent; the riverside vegetation and its value as an insect habitat are the ecological highlights.

A visit to the Pisciculture de Perruel

The Pisciculture de Perruel welcomes visitors on the banks of three ponds in the Andelle valley. Trout fishing is available there. Facilities include an uncovered picnic area, a barbecue, parking and toilets. The picnic area is not covered, so bear this in mind when making your plans. Information about the site may change, and the availability of fishing may vary; check the details relevant to you before your visit.

History of the Abbaye Notre-Dame de l'Ile-Dieu

The Abbaye Notre-Dame de l'Ile-Dieu is associated with an event from 1187: Gilbert de Vascoeuil and Réginald de Pavilly brought together the hermits living in the region on Ile-Dieu into a single community. During the Revolution, the abbey was closed and converted into a spinning mill. These two milestones belong to different periods: 1187 marks the unification of the hermits, while the Revolutionary period marks the closure and conversion. This contrast in time makes the historical connections easy to distinguish.

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