The Château de Beaumesnil contemplates its own graceful and refined silhouette in a superb water mirror. It is located in the Pays d’Ouche, 13 km south of Bernay, and was built in the Louis XIII baroque style between 1633 and 1640 — which explains its remarkable architectural harmony. The brick and stone facade is dotted with sculpted heads which recall the commedia dell’ane. If the interior has preserved its ancient woodwork and magnificent library, it is equally famous for the amazing Museum of Book-binding there, which includes some extremely fine items from the XVIth century onwards. A moat and other water features, together with the sublimely beautiful park, complete the visit.