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Located in the heart of the Ardennes, Charleville-Mézières fascinates with its rich cultural and historical heritage. The Place Ducale, a 17th-century architectural gem, reminiscent of the Place des Vosges in Paris with its elegant arcades and Grand Couronné Fountain. History enthusiasts will enjoy the Rimbaud Museum, dedicated to the famous poet native to the city. The city offers numerous green ...See more

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Basilica "Notre Dame d'Espérance"
741 m

Basilica "Notre Dame d'Espérance"

Building and style : Begun in 1499, the construction lasted 120 years, using for the second time the foundations and some of the elements of the primitive roman church. Late gothic style showing a great unity, with 5 naves, but no outside abatments. The narrowness of the central nave, the pillars without capitals emphasizes the impression of height (18 m ) Exceptional ribbed vault. The keystones and intersecting ribs are well decorated with pendantives. The top of the gothic windows shows a large variety of carved decorations. The stair of the organ – loft and the outside part of the west portal are built in a renaissance style. The south portal is neo-gothic (restored in 2009) and the spire were added in the XIXth century. The inside of the building, sober and striped, was restored after the bombardments in 1944. The history : The Black Virgin in Mézières has been honored since the Xth century. The annual pilgrimage ended in 1962. The wooddes statue burnt to ashes in 1643 was replaced by the present stone one, in the XIXth century. 1521 : siege of Mézières by the army of Charles Quint, the Germanic Emperor 1570 : The King of France Charles IXth married Elizabeth of Austria in the church of Mézières. Wars of religion, the French revolution, wars in 1815, 1870, 1918, 1944 : the church was often taken as a target and devastated. In 1946, under the order of Pope Pie XIIth, it became a basilica. The windows : Made between 1955 and 1979, the basilica's windows are the work of René DÜRRBACH (1911- 1999). He was a painter, a sculptor, a collaborator and a close friend of Picasso. The windows were made by a master glassmaker André Seurre in Besançon ; they were installed by Jean Lanfranchi, a maker of glass in Mézières. More than 68 windows are as evidence gives to non figurative art, in the second half of the XXth century. The artist uses a cycle of symbolic colours, figures, universal signs (such as cross – heart – circle – square) in order to create a way of meditation to Mary, around the duality between "the Black Virgin" and "the Virgin of Hope" The organ : Built in 1997 by the Koenig factory of Sarre-Union, it's a mechanical organ with 40 stops. Made in the classical style of organs in north Europe Organ concerts in July and August (orguebasilique.free.fr), guided tours throughout the year, whether around the stained glass windows, organ-visit, a panoramic tour or a walking tour of the city. Middle Ages in the Renaissance ... In season: walks of the ramparts / torchlight visits. The basilica also hosts the sacred treasure of the Ardennes (+33 (0)3 24 32 44 75)

10, place de la Basilique 08000 CHARLEVILLE MEZIERES
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Restaurant L'Impasse du poète
868 m

Restaurant L'Impasse du poète

Our bistro-gastronomic restaurant: L'Impasse du Poète L'impasse du poète is a restaurant that embodies conviviality and the art of living, bringing together travellers staying at the hotel and local residents around a shared passion for good food. Located in the heart of our charming town, our establishment is committed to offering exceptional cuisine that evolves with the seasons and local produce. We rely on a number of partners and local producers to create our menus. At lunchtime, our bistro concept will win you over with its elegant simplicity, featuring top-quality local produce. Our menu changes every week to guarantee a variety of tasty, fresh dishes, prepared with passion and creativity. In the evening, we invite you to discover an unforgettable gastronomic experience. Our talented chef and his team will provide you with a refined culinary experience, using the finest local ingredients. Our gourmet menu also changes weekly, providing a reason to return to discover new flavours and exquisite dishes. Whether you're looking for a memorable family meal, a romantic evening or a business dinner, our restaurant is the ideal place to create unforgettable memories. Our restaurant, in collaboration with our hotel, offers brunch on Saturdays and Sundays from 10.30am to 3pm. Capacity for 42 covers. Our seminar room: La salle du Poète Easily accessible, just 1h45 from Paris and 5 minutes from Charleville-Mézières train station, Le Domaine d'A.R offers quality services and facilities, as well as a top-of-the-range setting and comfort adapted to your business or private events. The 26-room hotel, located in the heart of Charleville-Mézières, is the ideal place to hold your seminars and business or private events in the Ardennes. The establishment offers you 1 room with natural light and professional equipment, which will put you in the best conditions for your meetings. Depending on your needs, wishes and budget, you can privatise all or part of the establishment (seminar room, restaurant, lounge, spa, etc.). Just ask our reception team. Your staff or customers will appreciate the many services on offer: meeting rooms, modern and original accommodation, high-speed Wi-Fi, quality catering, Spa, Lounge Bar and the privileged location in the heart of the city.

32 bis, rue de la Gravière 08000 CHARLEVILLE MEZIERES
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