Moret-sur-Loing, Administrative district in Seine-et-Marne, France
Description
Moret-sur-Loing is a small town situated where the Seine and Loing rivers meet, characterized by narrow cobblestone streets and medieval fortifications. The two rivers embrace the old town center, creating a natural boundary around its tight, winding passages.
History
The town has roots in ancient times and became an important point for trade and protection along the waterways. In the Middle Ages, it was fortified to defend against various threats to the region.
Culture
The landscape attracted numerous 19th-century painters including Alfred Sisley, Claude Monet, and Pierre-Auguste Renoir who captured the local scenery.
Practical
The town is located on a railway line with regular connections to Paris and other regional centers. Walking through the center with its tight streets is straightforward, and most sights are within a few minutes on foot.
Did you know?
American sculptor George Grey Barnard established his studio here from 1903 to 1911 and created works shaped by the place's character. His legacy left a lasting mark on how the town was perceived artistically.
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Église Notre-Dame
354 m
Château de Moret
495 m
Pont de Moret
409 m
Monument to Alfred Sisley
71 m
Porte de Samois, Moret-sur-Loing
95 m
Porte de Bourgogne de Moret-sur-Loing
340 m
Ganden Ling
1.4 km
Viaduc de Saint-Mammès
703 m
Église Saint-Rémi d'Écuelles
2.4 km
Church Saints-Philippe-et-Jacques de Veneux-les-Sablons
1.5 km
Pont aqueduc de la Vanne à Moret-sur-Loing
1.1 km
Provencher Mill
403 m
Maison dite de François Ier, Moret-sur-Loing
202 m
Pierre Droite d'Écuelles
2 km
Priory of Pont-Loup, Moret-sur-Loing
609 m
War memorial of Écuelles
2.4 km
War memorial of Moret-sur-Loing
138 m
Remparts de Moret-sur-Loing
364 m
Town hall of Veneux-les-Sablons
1.6 km
Provencher Mill
403 m
War memorial of Veneux-les-Sablons
1.5 kmOrgue de tribune de l'église Notre-Dame
354 m
House Raccolet
131 m
Porte de Paris
90 m
Town hall of Moret-sur-Loing
178 m
Maisons néogothiques, rue du Grez
389 m
Immeuble, 30 rue Grande (Moret-sur-Loing)
202 m
Immeuble, 28 rue Grande
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