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Heritage classified
Bretches tower: by order of 4 July 1973; Façades and roofs of the manor house, except for a classified tower (see G 230): inscription by order of 4 July 1973
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Origin and history
The Manor House of La Tarainière is an old house built in the 15th century on the territory of Preaux-du-Perche, in the department of Orne (Normandy). This monument, inscribed in the Historical Monuments, illustrates medieval defensive architecture with its circular towers and steeples. Its isolated location, 3 km from the village, reflects a desire for individual protection characteristic of this troubled period.
The building underwent major alterations during the 17th and 18th centuries, especially in its living areas, while retaining original defensive elements. The cylindrical tower, square inside, houses a spiral staircase in its western thickness. On the second floor, there are twelve archery-equipped suspenders, reflecting its initial military function.
The protection of the manor is shared: the steeple tower has been classified since 4 July 1973, while the facades and roofs (outside the tower) are inscribed on the same date. This architectural ensemble thus blends medieval heritage and adaptations of classical epochs, typical of Norman mansions.
The site now belongs to the new town of Perche en Nocé, created by the fusion of several villages including Préaux-du-Perche. Its path, derived from RD 313, highlights its preserved geographical isolation, characteristic of the seigneurial constructions of this region.
