Discover Recourt-le-creux, Meuse, Lorraine: A city of adventures

This tour allows you to discover the Left Bank and the beauty of the landscapes of the Meuse Valley along the canal. Dead man’s hill (Le Homme-mort) has suffered some of the most deadliest combats just as much as those on the right bank. Today, it is a pleasant wooded mound that you can enjoy visiting. This course is perfect for a first try of the electric bike. Easy and with little difference in altitude, it will be perfect for a nice stroll with family or friends ! Limited in supply and manpower, the Kronprinz army cannot attack simultaneously on both banks of the Meuse. In order to obtain better results on the right bank, C.Q.G. German prepared the second phase of its offensive whose main objective was to take control of the hills of Mort-Homme (Dead man’s hill) and the Côte 304. These two natural observatories regulated the fires of the French artillery; it is in fact a crucial stake for the offensive continuation. The fighting raged on there for weeks, destroying villages of Esnes-EN-ARGONNE and Chattancourt. Rapidly, the battle peaks became untenable volcanoes; suicidal assaults fade to move on to countless murderous gunshots . To protect themselves from bombing, both sides took refuge on the hillside, digging tunnels. On August 20, 1917, the generals Guillaumat and Pétain begin a to put victorious offensive which has the effect four German divisions attached to the sector Mort-Homme-cote 304 to flight. To the thousands of prisoners, material and armaments captured, must also be added more than twenty thousand victims whose units appear on the current monuments. In this inferno, the village of Cumières will disappear completely and will never be rebuilt.

This tour is the perfect way to discover Verdun for the first time. It invites cyclists to explore the city's history through the centuries, from the 10th century to the present day. You'll discover lively Verdun with its quays, medieval Verdun and contemporary Verdun with its art deco facades. Pedal to the rhythm of the Meuse on the Véloroute voie verte, enjoy the peace and quiet of the canal banks and explore Verdun's "Little Venice". The city boasts no fewer than five canals and twenty bridges. Originally, these canals were used by the many mills, tanneries and for navigation. Although some have been buried, you can still admire the Canal St-Airy, with its stone bridge and 16th-century house, the Canal du Puty, which runs alongside the ramparts, the Pont-écluse St-Amand and its Canal St-Vanne, and the discreet Canal de Minimes, which winds its way through the houses of Verdun.

The chapel of Jévaux (also spelled Gévaux) is located in a clearing in the middle of the Vieille Poirière forest, in the municipality of Jouy-sous-les-Côtes, which is where its name comes from. Indeed, before the construction of the chapel, there was the "Jouy Val farm", Jouy, of a Gallo-Romanic toponymic type "Godiacu", based on the Christian personal name Godius, so Jévaux means the "Val de la Joie". A first chapel was built in the 12th century by the Premonstratensian monks of the abbey of Rangéval (commune of Corniéville), near a spring reputed to be miraculous. In modern times (16th century), it was guarded by a hermit. It was destroyed during the Revolution (1791). The present chapel, in neo-Gothic style, was rebuilt on the site of the previous one and inaugurated in 1891. It is topped by a bell tower with a visible bell crowned by a small Celtic cross in stone. Every year a pilgrimage takes place, which traditionally took place on the feast of the Nativity of Our Lady on 8 September, with an open-air mass and procession in the clearing. For some years now, the pilgrimage has taken place on 15 August. Translated with www.deepl.com/translator (free version)

The 1870 battlefields are found on the "back" of the plateau, which opens up to the west towards the Côtes de Meuse hills. Along the paths you will come across many monuments erected in memory of the soldiers and a variety of educational and fun activities.

Nestling at the bottom of the Gorzia valley, Gorze is a natural attraction for walkers. The many wooded paths climb quickly to the heights, where breathtaking panoramas open up towards the Moselle valley and the surrounding hills.

First of all, to park, there is quite a lot of space, and if the weather is nice, there are a few small streets perpendicular to the Grande Rue in Lucey that allow you to put the car in the shade. The circuit starts with a few paths going up behind the village towards the forest on 200-300 meters. Once you are in the forest, the principle is to zigzag up and wait for the plateau where the fort is located. The latter is covered by vegetation, and will only be very little visible. You will cross here and there some constructions annexed to the fort to brighten up the walk =) /! Watch out! The walk goes around the fort, but not inside. It is not advisable to try to venture inside, especially with small children or animals: there are many holes and not all parts inside are stable. And until the last news, it's not very legal ;-) The circuit layout will help you to find your way, but you can very well take the many small paths. You'll see them appear on the map (for example on the OSM / OCM map background, they're almost all there). Once you've done the lap, you just have to go back down to the village. Don't hesitate to leave a comment if you did it and you liked it.

The GR5 hiking route links the North Sea to the Mediterranean. It enters France in Mondorff. This second stage takes hikers from the Côtes de Moselle hills to the Pays des Etangs lakes of Dieuze.

The village of Arry, perched on the heights of the Côtes de Moselle hills, offers breathtaking views over the Moselle valley and the Lorraine plateau. This special site favours the development of plant and animal life characteristic of chalk grassland.

On the right bank of the Moselle valley, Jouy-aux-Arches and Corny-sur-Moselle occupy a favoured location. Jouy-aux-Arches is known for its impressive aqueduct, built by the Gallo-Romans to carry drinking water from the springs of Gorze to Metz, a distance of 22 km.

On the left bank of the Moselle, Ancy-sur-Moselle and Novéant-sur-Moselle are excellent starting points for hikes. The village of Dornot, perched on the heights, is characteristic of the wine-making villages on these slopes, with its narrow, twisting streets offering beautiful views over the Moselle valley.

Fabulous Vegan and gluten free B&B in the gorgeous countryside of the Champagne-Ardennes. All 5 rooms are fully equipped and furnished to a high standard with private en suite with shower, basin and WC. A homemade vegan and gluten free breakfast is included in the price, as well as tourist tax. The Rose room and Garden room are suitable to bring a dog, The Flamingo room and Leaf room are suitable for families and have space for a children's cot. On request you can join us every day for a three course meal, depending on availability. If you would like a picnic please ask about the options at the moment of booking. The property can also be rented as a self-catering holiday home per weekend, midweek or week.

This house is located in a quiet village in the South of the Ardennes, nearby historical sites (WWI and WW2) of the Argonne. Garden, swimming pool, games for children. 4 bedrooms (1 double bed, 4 single beds, 2 double beds). 2 shower rooms (1 is equiped with a washing machine), toilets. Fully equiped kitchen (ceramic hob, microwave oven, dish washer), large living room, TV, DVD player, hi-fi system, telephone, 2 single sofa beds. Terrace with BBQ and garden furniture.

At the heart of a garden, a quaint cottage opens its doors: "Au Balcon du Bonheur": a carefully decorated and furnished double room (with additional sleeping mezzanine) offers sweeping views over this natural setting. A setting that combines massive charm, unusual unearthed objects, atypical rest corners, beautiful ponds and a view of the castle Yvois... The hospitality of the owner will guarantee you a moment of happiness in this scenery and atmosphere. The location means you can enjoy the local heritage and tourist sites in France, Belgium and Luxembourg.

Learn how to make your own cosmetics and household products during workshops (workshops can be done at home, on request) and how to take care of yourself through energy treatments with Karine (Natural creator). In turn, Barbara offers you the opportunity to discover laughter yoga and her individual and group meditation workshops. Registration and appointment required: Barbara 06 42 70 54 88 & Karine 06 75 81 60 53 Instagram @lesmeditationsdalisea @crea_au_naturel

A 25 m swimming pool and a paddling pool with games for children. A fitness area (cardio training, muscle strengthening: rowers, elliptical bicycles, treadmills, classic bicycles, bicycles with back support). A wellness area with sauna, hammam and Jacuzzi.

Benoîte-Vaux is a popular pilgrimage destination that has been known for a very long time in Lorraine. A former priory, built in the 12th century, the church built in the 18th century is richly decorated and has some lovely stalls. Not to be missed, near the fountain, the Way of the Cross with its fourteen stations carved in a block of stone. The Benoîte-Vaux Reception Centre has three accommodation facilities with a variety of amenities and a dining room.

In Génicourt’s beautiful church, the architecture, furnishings, stained-glass windows and painted decor still give a very good idea of what a high-quality parish church looked like in the Renaissance period. In Lorraine, it was the era of Ligier Richier. This Flamboyant Gothic church was commissioned by Philippe de Norroy and his wife, Nicole d’Apremont, lord and lady of Génicourt. A square bell tower projecting beyond the West Front was added in the second half of the 16th century, on a protected hillside. The tower contains four defensive chambers, one above the other, and has six slit windows with fishtail, splaying out towards the interior of the building. These defensive features may have been built as late as the first half of the 17th century. The church was damaged during the First World War and has since been restored. It stands in the middle of the parish graveyard. Listed as historic monuments, the church and cemetery can be visited by making an appointment with the tourist office (free). The church is open from 3 to 5pm on the second Sunday of the month from June to October, or by appointment. Visits by appointment : 03 29 87 58 62

As you stroll across the 14-hectare walled estate set within a wide meander of the Meuse on the west side, note its remarkable trees (a red oak, a copper beech etc.) and enjoy the peaceful sounds of the water and the birdsong. The estate contains two chapels and a heronry in which the birds nest in spring. As you walk among the trees, you might be lucky enough to spot kingfishers searching for fish. And, from the end of the estate, there is a wonderful view of the house! No guided tours.

The Château de Thillombois, enlarged and embellished in 1825 and 1873, represents a harmonious architectural ensemble. Remains of a square tower and the central body are also visible. Cultural events and entertainment throughout the year. Guided tours of the castle for groups of 20 people or more on reservation. Free visit of the park.

150 graves

The military squares are located in the communal cemeteries, and are perpetually maintained by the commune.

The limestone grassland in Génicourt sur Meuse. Take your family to see the flora and fauna specific to limestone grasslands in the heart of this old stone quarry. It’s an interesting 2-hour walk during which you’ll learn the secrets of this very special environment. All along the way, the children will be able to produce rubbings of strange animals as well as trying their hand at rock climbing.

At the heart of remarkable freestone architecture, the discovery of this site plunges visitors into the world of soldiers in a Séré de Rivières-type fort. Built between 1878 and 1879, the fort of Troyon and its garrison underwent a first siege from September 8 to 13, 1914. Although bombarded, in particular by German shells of large caliber, the heroic resistance of the fort and its soldiers had an importance capital, because it prevented German troops from encircling Verdun from the south during the Battle of the Marne. A few days later, from September 22 to 27, 1914, Fort Troyon resisted a new German attack. The traces of the fighting and bombardments of September 1914 are still visible. Fallen into oblivion for 80 years, this fort is now maintained by a handful of volunteers from the association "Those of Troyon", an association for the preservation of historical heritage, so that new generations do not forget the sacrifice of their elders. . Prices : - visit of the fort: adult = 5 €, child (from 12 to 16 years old) = 3 € - guided tour of the basements (min. 5 people / max. 15 people): = € 7. For groups, visit all year round and only by reservation: adult = € 4, child (12 to 16 years old) = € 3, schoolchildren = € 2. Visit of the fort on Saturdays and Sundays from March to November from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m.

Its magnificent façade represents Neptune, God of the sea and his wife Amphitrite, Goddess of the sea. "There, it is the Meuse which, with its majestic waves, fecundates the meadows stretched along its banks" "There, it's a covered fountain that provides a wave gushing out of the very bowels of the ground." (Latin inscription on the Great Fountain) This fountain also houses a wash-house in perfect condition. The façade of the fountain is listed and the interior is listed as a historic monument.

5590 graves

A fine dining restaurant. This magnificent 19th-century château stands in 14 hectares of grounds beside a wide meander along the course of the Meuse. The elegance of the food, which is inspired by the very best produce from Lorraine, matches the elegance of the luxurious country house.

Situated to Dieue, village in 15km of Verdun, M Collet proposes you a traditional cooking in a "bistrot" atmosphere.

A fine menu and seasonal selections are to be found in the three elegant dining rooms. Located off the famous Voie Sacrée, where the Meuse TGV high-speed train station is situated.

Fly fishing estate. A haven of peace and quiet for anglers and those who enjoy good food in simple, convivial surroundings. Shady alfresco dining on the riverbank. The site can be booked for seminars. Billiard room, Irish pub. Specialities: mushrooms, fish. Provençal cuisine in summer. Booking required 24 hrs in advance. Dinner available for groups of 10+.

Restaurant in the countryside. Try the delicious cuisine of the auberge du Chardon Fleuri.

In a 3-hectare walled estate outside the village of Chaumont-sur-Aire stands an 18th-century watermill, surrounded by centuries-old trees. The setting is one of peace and serenity, an unusual place that feels local yet carries you to far-distant horizons. A collection of butterflies and other insects can be visited as part of various packages.

Hotel restaurant, located in the centre of the village of Chaumont-sur-Aire, on the edge of the Voie Sacrée, 14 km from the Meuse TGV station.

Located 4 km from the town centre on the Nancy / Metz road (A4 motorway) and the quarry in Haudainville (summer spectacular "From Flames... to Light").

Fast food. Located in the Actipole shopping mall on the road to the quarry at Haudainville (summer spectacular, "From Flames… to Light"), the A4 motorway, and the Nancy and Metz road.

Bread, cakes, snacks, dish of the day and tearoom. In the Actipole shopping centre on the Nancy and Metz road. Hotel nearby.

Murielle and her daughter welcome you all year long in their campsite camping de l'espérence to Villers on Meuse. Border of filling of water, drains away chemical camper and toilets, inside the campsite camping.

L’Espérance is a campsite on the banks of the Meuse, on the outskirts of the village of Villers-sur-Meuse between Saint-Mihiel and Verdun. Muriel and Francine Parini welcome guests to their "Bienvenue à la ferme" campsite for a quiet break in the depths of the Meuse countryside. The site has 24 spacious, comfortable pitches bordered by hedges and flowerbeds. Some of the pitches have various types of hedging; others do not. Some of the pitches are fully in the shade; others are partially in the sun. The pitches for caravans and motorhomes are surfaced with compacted gravel. There are grassy pitches for tents - and caravan owners who prefer grass. 2 wash blocks (WC, showers, washbasins, sinks) and a shower and WC cubicle for disabled visitors are accessible throughout your stay. Motorhomes are welcome all year. There is a service area at the entrance to the campsite where owners can empty cassettes and fill up with water. A bakery van visits the campsite every morning (except Thursdays). The site is the ideal starting point for walks, cycle rides or pony treks. Ramblers guides and maps are available.

This river marina has been designed to provide visitors with quiet, attractive moorings. It is currently managed by the French waterways authority, VNF (offices in Verdun). As you glide along the Meuse Canal, you’ll be amazed by the variety of local heritage, flora and fauna.

4-star lodging for 4 persons in a village house. With contemporary furniture and a modern and minimalist decor, on 2 levels, the cottage offers 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and a large living room well lit: lounge (TV / DVD), dining room and fully equipped kitchen and open . There is also an Internet connection, a terrace, a garden and first necessity for baby equipment. You will have no problem to park your vehicle. Located Ambly-sur-Meuse, nice and quiet village, the cottage is a few kilometers from the battlefield of Verdun and its main sights of the Great War. 20 km of Verdun. Pets on request.

97 people maximum: 23 bedrooms with en-suite, 1 gîte sleeping 40 in dormitories with 6 to 8 beds, 1 building with 20 single or double bedrooms.

Water spot with 6 rings and without services.

Large gîte in the heart of Meuse, between Verdun (30 km), Bar-le-Duc (30 km) and Saint-Mihiel (20 km), in a country village near the Wind in the Forests sculpture trail (3 km). The gîte has a well-equipped kitchen, lounge, large dining room, 2 bedrooms with en-suite on the ground floor and 3 bedrooms upstairs, 2 with en-suite.

On the banks of the River Meuse, between the Lorraine regional country park and the town of Verdun, and just 16 km from the Meuse TGV high-speed train station, lies the little village of Le petit Monthairon where the hotel and restaurant called Le Château des Monthairons invites guests to enjoy good, traditional food made with local produce. This beautiful family residence dating from the 19th century has retained all its elegance thanks to subtle styling that combines antique and modern furniture and a peaceful ambiance. The Thouvenin family gives guests a warm welcome to the 25 spacious, well-appointed rooms. For their well-being, guests can also visit the "Nature and Spa" complex with its steam room, jacuzzi and sauna. At dinner time, head for the huge dining room in the winter or the al fresco dining area on the banks of the Meuse in the summer. The Chef, Benoît Thouvenin, and the Pastrycook, Hervé Pierret, make it a point of honour to use regional produce in their culinary creations, producing a menu steeped in tradition and flavour. The Thouvenin family offers several different packages to help you explore the region and meet the people who keep its heritage and culture alive.

Old house on the edge of a charming village of 120 inhabitants. Interior redone, finishing touches as well as the exterior to be finished. The rental of the house gives free access to the Woimbey educational farm. A large living room, 2 toilets and 2 bathrooms, and a terrace with garden furniture, facilitate community life. A room allows you to leave your shoes full of straw after a visit to the farm or muddy after a hike on the paths of the Vent Des Forêts, or to store your fishing equipment (with a fish tank, easy to fill and empty). The calm that reigns here invites you to prolong your late nights.

Apartment furnished at the inhabitant of 45m ² for 2 to 4 people, in a pleasant setting and calms down. Independent entry, fully-equipped kitchen, two rooms, a bathroom. Rent in the overnight stay or week