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France: Le Bec-Hellouin

nobody@ipernity.com (Jaap van 't Veen) — Fri, 25 Sep 2026 07:11:00 +0000

Le Bec-Hellouin is listed among the ‘most beautiful villages in France’. The charming typical Norman village stands out not just for its religious heritage (due to the Notre-Dame du Bec Abbey), but also for its lovely setting, its peaceful, well-flowered streets and its half-timbered houses.

France: Blangy-le-Château, Église Notre-Dame-de-la-Nativité

nobody@ipernity.com (Jaap van 't Veen) — Wed, 23 Sep 2026 07:22:13 +0000

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The Église Notre-Dame-de-la-Nativité (Church of Our Lady) was built in the 15th century. The church replaces an earlier Romanesque building, destroyed during the Hundred Years War. Two hundred years later, the nave, which had suffered considerable damage, was restored.The three-storey bell tower served as a porch. The Church of Our Lady also houses several classified furniture items, such as a master altar, altarpieces, statues, stained glass and paneling. The stained-glass window above the altar is dating from the late 15th century, depicting the genealogy of the Virgin Mary..

France: Ouilly-le-Vicomte, Château de Boutemont

nobody@ipernity.com (Jaap van 't Veen) — Mon, 21 Sep 2026 07:15:42 +0000

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Château de Boutemont (Boutemont Castle) is dating back to the 11th century, when it was built as a military fort during the Norman invasion of England. Over the centuries, the estate passed through the hands of several noble families. The castle as it stands today dates from the 16th century. Since 1927, it has been listed as a Historic Monument.

The castle is surrounded by beautiful themed gardens: Italian Garden, White Garden, Zen Garden, Ginkgo Garden and the Purple Garden.

France: Château de Saint-Germain-de-Livet

nobody@ipernity.com (Jaap van 't Veen) — Sat, 19 Sep 2026 09:25:16 +0000

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The first Château de Saint-Germain-de-Livet (Castle of Saint-Germain-de-Livet) was built in the 12th century. It was a pentagonal defensive fortress, made of stone and surrounded by a moat.

In 1462 the owners - Tourneby family - decided to destroy the old fortress, except the basement and the drawbridge. They erected on its foundations a half-timbered manor made of cob and wood. During the Renaissance, a magnificent extension was added, with an arcaded gallery and the famous checkerboard facades of stone and green-glazed brick.

In the 19th century, it belonged to the Riesener family. The family’s last heir donated the castle/manor to the city of Lisieux in 1938. Today, it is a museum exhibiting the family’s heritage (not open during my visit there).

France, Le Breuil-en-Auge, Château du Breuil

nobody@ipernity.com (Jaap van 't Veen) — Fri, 11 Sep 2026 07:22:22 +0000

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Château du Breuil (Breuil Castle) is a 16th cen¬tury renaissance castle, with significant developments extending into the 17th century. The castle is listed as a His¬tor¬ic Monu¬ment. It has served as the residence of several notable families.

The castle complex includes a main residential building, outbuildings, and formal gardens. The use of local limestone and timber framing in parts of the structure highlights regional building traditions. Breuil Castle does not retain medieval fortifications such as moats or battlements, yet its sturdy stone contribute to its imposing presence.

Since 1954, Château du Breuil has been recognized not only for its architectural heritage, but also as one of the most prestigious Calvados distilleries in Normandy.

France, Blangy-le-Château

nobody@ipernity.com (Jaap van 't Veen) — Wed, 09 Sep 2026 06:58:41 +0000

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Blangy-le-Château is a picturesque village in the heart of the Pays d’Auge, was awarded in 2024 the official ‘Plus Beaux Villages de France’ label (mid 2026 there were 184 of such villages).

The village is well known for its many colourful half-timbered houses with architectural details, such as the old pharmacy with its carved woodwork, or the 16th century Auberge du Coq Hardi, one of the oldest and most opulent houses in the village (main image).

France - Fauguernon, Château de Combray

nobody@ipernity.com (Jaap van 't Veen) — Mon, 07 Sep 2026 07:10:17 +0000

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The original Château de Combray (Combray Castle) was built in the 16th century. The present castle, in the Louis XIII style, dates from the mid-19th century. After 1965, the owner of the castle, who died unmarried, decided to bequeath the estate to the Pasteur Institute.

The castle is now owned by a private individual and not open to the public.

France, Château de Fauguernon

nobody@ipernity.com (Jaap van 't Veen) — Fri, 04 Sep 2026 06:48:01 +0000

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Château de Fauguernon (Fauguernon Castle) is a historic site, featuring medieval ruins that date back to the 9th and 12th centuries. The site - located on a strategic point - was fortified against Scandinavian (Vikings) invasions. The castle was partly dismantled in the 12th and again in the 16th century by the governor of Normandy.

The ruins of the fortress retain the vestiges of a double wall whose enclosure was occupied by farming activities. The interior defence is formed by thick high walls reinforced by towers built on a rocky outcrop and surrounded by ditches.

I was lucky when taking the pictures. On Google Maps, it looks as though the farm buildings are the castle. But when I walked onto the grounds to ask the owner for permission to take photos, I was invited on a private tour – complete with a detailed explanation of the history – to the ruins of the original castle.

France: Hermival-les-Vaux, Château d'Hermival

nobody@ipernity.com (Jaap van 't Veen) — Wed, 02 Sep 2026 06:46:18 +0000

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Château d'Hermival (Hermival Castle) is dating back to the middle of the 16th-century. The country house was remodeled in the 17th and 18th century under Louis XV. The facades have been listed as a Historic Monument since 1927, featuring distinctive corner pavilions in checkerboard pink brick and cut stone.

Originally owned by the noble Bosch family, it later passed to the Sisters of Bon Sauveur de Caen community, before being renovated in 2019 as a private event venue.

France - Lisieux, Cathédrale Saint-Pierre

nobody@ipernity.com (Jaap van 't Veen) — Mon, 31 Aug 2026 06:42:23 +0000

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Cathédrale Saint-Pierre de Lisieux (Saint Peter’s Cathedral) was the seat of the Bishop of Lisieux until the diocese of Lisieux was merged in 1801 into the diocese of Bayeux.

Most probably there was already a church here in the 6th century. This is because a Bishop of Lisieux existed around that time. A previous cathedral, built in the Romanesque style, was unfortunately burned down in 1136. The basic shape of the church, especially the front part, stayed the same. Rebuilding of the cathedral started around 1160. In 1226, another fire damaged the cathedral. During the repairs three small chapels were added to the back of the church.

Cathédrale Saint-Pierre de Lisieux survived World War II completely unharmed. This is quite amazing, as the town of Lisieux itself suffered from allied bombing in 1944.

France - Basilique Sainte-Thérèse-de-Lisieux

nobody@ipernity.com (Jaap van 't Veen) — Wed, 19 Aug 2026 07:04:29 +0000

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The Basilique Sainte-Thérèse-de-Lisieux was founded in Romanesque-Byzantine style in memory of Sainte Thérèsede l’Enfant Jésus. Construction of the church began in 1929 and it was consecrated in 1954.

The walls and ceiling of the basilica are largely covered with marble and mosaics. These vibrant works of art, created by Pierre Gaudin, depict scenes from the lives of Christ and Sainte Thérèse. The absence of columns in the immense interior provides an unobstructed view for 4.000 worshippers.

France - Basilique Sainte-Thérèse-de-Lisieux

nobody@ipernity.com (Jaap van 't Veen) — Mon, 17 Aug 2026 07:20:42 +0000

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The Basilique Sainte-Thérèse-de-Lisieux (Basilica of Sainte-Thérèse of Lisieux) was founded in Romanesque-Byzantine style in memory of Sainte Thérèsede l’Enfant Jésus. Construction of the church began in 1929 and it was consecrated in 1954.

The story of the Basilica of Sainte-Thérèse begins with the life of Thérèse of Lisieux, a young Carmelite nun who was canonised in 1925. Her popularity grew enormously and the need for a place of pilgrimage became apparent. In response, construction of the basilica began under the direction of the Bishop of Bayeux and Lisieux and architect Louis Marie Cordonnier.

The design of the basilica is a mix of neo-Byzantine and Romanesque styles, inspired by the Basilica of the Sacred Heart in Paris. The building is constructed of reinforced concrete and a local type of granite. The Basilica of Sainte-Thérèse has impressive dimensions: 104 metres long, 45 metres wide and a dome reaching a height of 97 metres. With an area of 4,500 m², it is the largest church built in France in the 20th century. The basilica can accommodate 4.000 worshippers.

The construction of the Basilica of Sainte-Thérèse-de-Lisieux faced many challenges, including financial constraints and the outbreak of the Second World War, but it was finally consecrated in 1954. Today, with more than 700,000 visitors, it has become the second most important place of pilgrimage in France.

France - Abbey of Saint-Riquier

nobody@ipernity.com (Jaap van 't Veen) — Fri, 14 Aug 2026 07:06:17 +0000

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The Abbey of Saint-Riquier was founded around 625 and later came under royal protection with King Dagobert I. In 790 it became a major center of the Carolingian Empire when Charlemagne appointed his close friend, Angilbert, as abbot.

At the end of the 9th century, the abbey was destroyed by Norman invaders. Over the centuries, it suffered more than fifteen pillages and devastations. Yet, always rebuilt and enriched, the abbey remained an important religious and theological center.

After the Revolution, the convent buildings were for a time turned into quarries, then later housed hospitals or seminaries. The entire site was purchased in 1972 by the Department of the Somme and became a cultural center.

The church reveals a stylistic diversity, featuring elements of early, classical, and flamboyant gothic. The 15th-century façade - richly sculpted - is dominated by a central tower rising to 50 meters.

België - Kortrijk, Sint-Maartenskerk

nobody@ipernity.com (Jaap van 't Veen) — Mon, 10 Aug 2026 06:31:28 +0000

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The Sint-Maartenskerk (Saint Martin's Church) is the main Roman Catholic church and one of the principal gothic monuments of Kortrijk. The church is dedicated to Saint Martin of Tours.

The current hall church with its three naves was built between 1390 and 1466, following the destruction of the first church. After a fire in 1862, a section was rebuilt in neo-gothic style. The 83 meters high tower in Brabant gothic style is a striking feature of the Kortrijk skyline. Its wooden spire accommodates a full-sized carillon with 49 bells.

Sint-Maartenskerk holds many artworks by Flemish masters.

België - Kortrijk, Broeltorens

nobody@ipernity.com (Jaap van 't Veen) — Fri, 07 Aug 2026 07:13:51 +0000

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The Broeltorens (Broel Towers) - constructed from lime- and sandstone - are dating back around the year 1400. The southern Speytorre (to the right of the main photo) was constructed in 1385 to control traffic on the river Leie. The northerly Inghelburghtorre is dating back to 1415. The tower served as a weapons depot and was equipped for the use of artillery. The Broelbrug originally dates back to 1385. It has been destroyed and rebuilt several times.The towers were built by the Burgundian dukes and are remnants of the old city fortifications.

Broel' refers to bruul, which means a generally marshy or fallow piece of land.

België - Kortrijk, Sint-Antoniuskerk

nobody@ipernity.com (Jaap van 't Veen) — Wed, 05 Aug 2026 07:07:58 +0000

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Kortrijk experienced significant population growth in the 19th-century, necessitating new parish churches. The Passionist Fathers were establishing a monastery, a school, and the Sint-Antoniuskerk (Saint Anthony Church) in 1873. The church - built in the Neo-Romanesque style- is a much visited place of pilgrimage. The Sint-Antoniuskerk is well known for its colourful murals.

Brother Isidore was a professed religious from the Passionists. He had fragile health when he arrived in the area in 1912; after a year as a cook, he was given the less demanding task of porter. He tried to help everyone who came to him during World War I, earning the nickname ‘Brother Good’. Beatified brother Isidore died in 1916; his tomb is located in a side chapel

Nederland - Amersfoort, Onze Lieve Vrouwe Toren

nobody@ipernity.com (Jaap van 't Veen) — Wed, 29 Jul 2026 07:00:28 +0000

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The Onze LieveVrouwetoren (nicknamed Lange Jan), is a church tower in the city of Amersfoort. The building is more than 98 meters tall and reaches high above the inner city. It is one of the most eye-catching monuments in town and the third highest church tower in the Netherlands. The church that belonged to the tower was destroyed by a gunpowder explosion in the 18th century.

Nederland - Workum, Waag

nobody@ipernity.com (Jaap van 't Veen) — Sun, 19 Jul 2026 16:47:50 +0000

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In 1399 Workum received city rights and with that the right of mint and measure. In the 15th century, a weigh house was built. The weighmaster supervised the correct weights and measures. The Waag was mainly used for trading butter and cheese.

In 1649, the weigh house was in very poor condition. The city council therefore decided to replace the it with a new building. A year later, a fine new weigh house was built in the center of the city on the Merk; the present building. The building has a hipped roof with a stepped gable dormer on each side. There are also coats of arms in the facades, including the municipal coat of arms with the year 1650.

In 1923, the Waag was restored. The lower floor served as a police station and the upper floor became a library and public reading room. After a new restoration in 2007, the building is used by the Tourist Information Centre and Museum Warkums Erfskip.

Nederland - Amersfoort, Koppelpoort

nobody@ipernity.com (Jaap van 't Veen) — Fri, 17 Jul 2026 06:57:49 +0000

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The Koppelpoort is a medieval gate - part of the second city wall of Amersfoort - which was built between 1380 and 1425. It combines a land and water-gate, which is unique in the Netherlands. The gate was attacked in 1427 during the siege of the city, but was repelled. The name Koppelpoort refers to an area outside the gate, which was called De Koppel. Travellers could be allowed or refused to enter through this combined gate, even if they were travelling over water. In addition, the water levels in the inner city could be regulated with it.

The Koppelpoort did get its current appearance during the restoration by well known Dutch architect Pierre Cuypers in 1885 and 1886. The latest restoration was completed in 1996. Nowadays the Koppelpoort is one of the eye catchers of Amersfoort.

Nederland - Baarn, Kasteel Groeneveld

nobody@ipernity.com (Jaap van 't Veen) — Tue, 14 Jul 2026 07:49:41 +0000

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Kasteel Groeneveld in Baarn is an 18th-century country estate and one of the finest examples of a country house from that era. Since the 17th century, regents and merchants from Dutch cities came to their country houses to enjoy the good life.

The ‘castle’ was built in 1703 by Marcus Mamuchet and is considered being one of the finest examples of a country house from the Rococo style period. It was built in the tradition of 17th- and 18th-century estates that were intended as summer houses for wealthy city dwellers, mainly from Amsterdam. Groeneveld was probably built on the foundations of a farmstead. Initially, the house consisted only of the central part of the main building and the two outbuildings: coach house and orangery. The side wings date from around 1760.

Kasteel Groeneveld was privately owned until 1940. Nowadays it is owned and managed by
Staatsbosbeheer (a Dutch governmental organization for forestry and the management of nature reserves).