Discover Neuvilly-en-argonne, Meuse, Lorraine

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.

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 ride takes in some beautiful countryside in the Gaume region and leads at the summit of a gentle slope to the site of Montquintin, a veritable eagle’s nest overlooking the valley of the River Ton. Cheerful, charming villages such as Torgny, one of the “Most Beautiful Villages in Wallonia”, echo the mildness of the Gaume climate. Signposting: signposting of marker points: follow PN 49, 42, 41, 40, 11, 16, 23, 24, 50, 41, 42 and 49 Departure: At Place de Torgny (PN 49) Km: 20.8 km Time required: 1 hour 50 minutes Parking: at the entrance to the village of Torgny. Difficulty: medium Change in elevation: 235 metres Type of bike: road bike, E-bike Handy tips: make the time to take a stroll through Torgny to admire this beautiful village and meet the winegrowers.

Along the spectacular valley of the Meuse, the greenway path Trans' Ardennes offers an easy route of 120 km between Sedan, Charleville-Mezieres and Givet, where it connects to the Belgian Ravel. 

Welcome to the municipality of Rouvroy where we invite you to stroll along the RAVeL route linking the villages of Rouvroy, Harnoncourt and Lamorteau. Here there is no crazy scramble to the tourist attractions and no schedules to keep to. Enjoy the tranquillity and discover all the wonders around you in your own time. For your comfort and better accessibility, there are 12 benches along the way, adapted for those with reduced mobility. Take a break every 150 metres, discover a unique part of the local heritage and share nice moments with the few passers-by that you may meet along your way. Start from the ROX in Rouvroy with an information board as you enter the RAVeL.

Here you are in the heart of Provence… in Belgium! Torgny is one of the most beautiful villages in Wallonia and enjoys a microclimate that is good for growing grapevines. As you wander the sloping streets you will find a listed heritage site, 3 vineyards and also magnificent landscapes. Want more? Find this walk in our folder “ The Bucolic Walks” to be discovered in our GaumeShop!

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.

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.

Fill up on oxygen all year round with the Bairon Nautic Club! Holiday courses, sailing lessons or competition sailing, the club welcomes you and offers you lessons in catamarans, dinghies, windsurfers or small habitable boats. To discover, practice or improve your skills, the instructors will accompany you for one or more sessions, according to your wishes. For all these activities, you will be supervised by qualified professionals. Sailing school : From April to October, the club welcomes you and offers courses in catamarans, dinghies, windsurfers or small habitable boats. The rental point is open to the public: From 3 July to 15 August - 7 days a week - from 1pm to 7pm (last departure at 6pm) From 16 August, by reservation only. To do so, please call on the same day from 11:00 am Closed in case of bad weather conditions.

Amidst the village, this beautifully restored farmhouse has been converted into a self-catering accommodation furnished to a high and comfortable standard. On the ground floor, vast living-room (fireplace, TV, hi-fi, juke-box). Open plan kitchen, dishwasher, washing machine, microwave oven, freezer. 1 bedroom (double bed, 2 single beds) ensuite bathroom. Toilets. On the first floor: lounge, TV, mezzanine with 2 single beds, 2 bedrooms (2 single beds). Bathroom, toilets, 1 bedroom (1 double bed + 2 single beds in a mezzanine) ensuite bathroom and toilet. Terrace equipped with garden furniture and BBQ. Enclosed garden 2500m². Garage. Ping-Pong. Basketball. Swing. Bakery, newspaper store nearby. Shops in Vouziers, 15km away.

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.

3 km away from the Belgium border (Orval Abbey) and 35 km away from the fortress in Sedan, a house with character (1828) with modern comfort and authentic decoration in a very quiet village. 3 bedrooms (2 bedrooms with twin beds and 1 bedroom with a double bed), 2 separated toilets, 1 bathroom (bath and shower), dining-room (wood stove, baker's oven), large lounge with TV, patio with garden furniture and barbecue set, fully-equipped kitchen (dishwasher, washing machine, microwave, ancient sink). Housekeeping and sheets may be provided. Taxes and heating included (350 KW/week maxi and 350 KW/week end maxi). Shops and activities 5 km away.

Located on the road to La Haute Chevauchée, the Ravin du Génie is like an open-air museum, as well as a reminder of the First World War. A 1.2 km trail shows visitors where the soldiers lived and where they stored their equipment. There are information panels all along the path.

Dominating the entire Argonne eastern region, Vauquois was considered by the Staff Headquarters on both sides as an exceptional observation point and a strategic barrier. On 24th September 1914, the Germans occupied this hill and made it into a genuine fortress. On 4th March 1915, after several offensives, the French took hold of the hill. The war of pposition was about to start. The soldiers went underground and dug out miles of galleries and ramifications in order to infiltrate the enemy's network and to cause a maximum amount of loss using tons of explosives. Vauquois hill thus became a real anthill composed of several underground installations spread over several levels (more than 17kms of shafts, galleries and ramifications). One of the most significant places of mine warfare (an inventory was made indicating 519 explosives : 199 German and 320 French), Vauquois was freed on 26th September 1918 by the Americans. Still intact fron the Great War, Vauquois hill has been listed as a Historic Monument.

Welcome to La Hardonnerie Farm! Visit a beautiful natural setting steeped in history and see farm animals unlike any others. Is the hen a bird brain? Are the pigs good at computer games? Follow the signposted path to find out more about the animals' behaviour and the various farming methods used. You'll see chickens, ducks, geese, pigs etc. It's a great outing for the family. Picnic area on site.

The church dedicated to St. Didier was built in the 16th century in a style that was half-Gothic and half-Renaissance. During the First World War, it was set on fire by soldiers from Württemberg. It was rebuilt in 1919. Inside is a statue of the Entombment of Christ, a group sculpture with six statues including the "Holy Woman in a Bonnet" attributed to Ligier Richier.

Discover the history of glass in Argonne, from Antiquity to the present day, created and run by the association of the Friends of Argonne Glass in Les Islettes, located 6 km from Clermont-en-Argonne and 9 km from Sainte-Ménehould. The association is based on more than 50 years of excavations and research, a collection of documents and objects that testify to the importance of this local industry that spread far beyond the country. Videos produced by the association, some in 3D without glasses, enliven the visit.

Former Cistercian abbey founded in the early 12th century. Magnificent rose window from St. Vannes' Abbey in Verdun. Open by arrangement.

South of Fléville and Exermont, the municipality of Apremont has a German cemetery with 111 individual graves. This cemetery, created in November 1915 for those killed in the Argonne forest, is the only one to keep a large part of the burial sites in their original state. You will see in particular the grave and tombstone of Baron Von Müllenheim-Rechberg, commander of the 5th fighter battalion, killed in the Haute-Chevauchée on 8 April 1916. In the cemetery is the monument of the 27th Landwher Regiment.  Did you know? Being located behind the front, on the German side, our territory has more German cemeteries on its soil than French.

The monument commemorates the Meuse Argonne offensive and is situated 10 kilometres from the American cemetery. The American 1st Army fought the last major battle of the war here, forcing the German army to retreat after 47 days of fighting between the 26th September and the Armistice on the 11th November 1918. The monument was erected and is still maintained by the American Battle Fields Commission. The granite column is 58 metres high and bears a carved figure symbolising liberty. From the observation platform at the top, there is a magnificent view over the Meuse Argonne battlefield where the American soldiers fought their greatest battle up until that point in their history.

This modern chapel is an irregular cube of grey concrete standing on piles, blending seamlessly into the surrounding countryside. It was built by Father Rayssiguier, a follower of Le Corbusier. He also worked with Matisse on the chapel in the village of Vence in Southern France. The stained-glass windows were designed by a young Japanese artist, Kimie Bando. The pilgrims' hall provides seating for 60 people at mealtimes.

Set in a brick building, the abbey's press was operational until the end of the 19th century. The well-exposed south - southwest facing slope used to be covered with wines; disappeared with phylloxera epidemic at the start of the 20th century. The press is a protected historical monuments thanks to the personal intervention of President Poincaré in 1926. It comprises a shaft and a counterbalance weighing almost 30 tons with was able to process 3000 kg of grapes.

Located in a rural setting. Easy to find. Just opposite the church.

Welcome to a haven of peace and tranquillity - our family home, a house with character that delights nature lovers. Open Friday lunchtime to Sunday evening and on public holidays. Open other days with advance booking (for groups of 8+).

Heaven for nature lovers.

Lunch and dinner menus at €16 starter, main course and dessert until Friday lunchtime. Suggestions from Friday evening to Sunday lunchtime. Home-made ice cream and cakes. Breakfast available from 9am, During the summer season, for cyclists and walkers, fast food (Croque monsieur, hot dog, panini, sandwich, soup as well as crepes and waffles) from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. except Wednesdays.

A teaching restaurant. Warm, personal welcome. Excellent value for money. Traditional cuisine. Lunch only during the week. Closed in August and during part of the school holidays. Located near the Saint Victor Bastion (Vauban fortifications), a 10-minute walk from Verdun town centre.

A pub restaurant in magnificent surroundings on the river bank, near the underground citadel. There's something for everybody: salads, flammekueches, burgers, pizzas, mussels, meat etc. Several menus available.

Restaurant serving traditional cuisine in a family ambiance. 200 sq. metre alfresco dining area, 40 sq. metre veranda (air-conditioned or heated). Located close to the underground citadel, St Nicolas Hospital and the leisure complex at Le Pré l'Evêque, 700 metres from the town centre opposite the cinema.

Our establishment, located in the station district, just 700 meters from the city center, is the perfect place for a gourmet break. Self-service meals, a quick and convenient option for your meals. Come and discover our restaurant, where friendliness and quality come together to offer you a moment of relaxation and gastronomic pleasure. Enjoy a variety of traditional Lorraine dishes and other specialties, prepared with quality ingredients to delight all palates. Enjoy our delicious dishes at home thanks to our takeaway service.

Fast food to eat in or take away: rolls, salads, hot dogs and home-made hamburgers, Polish specialities. Located in the town centre near the Porte Chaussée.

Just a stone's throw from Verdun, discover a warm and festive cabaret in the heart of the Meuse countryside! Live singing, dancing, comedy, and drag performances come together in a colorful show worthy of the greatest Parisian stages. Enjoy a gourmet dinner show (3 options to choose from) in a friendly and refined atmosphere. Open on weekends + reservations available on weekdays for groups. An unforgettable experience to enjoy as a couple, with family, or with friends!

Varennes-en-Argonne 4km - Sainte Menehould 20km - Clermont en Argonne 9km - Verdun 32km. Gite with all mod cons, located in countryside in the heart of the Argonne region. Fully-equipped, fitted American-style kitchen, dining room, sitting room, Lorraine fireplace with glass-fronted wood-burning stove, bathroom. 1 bedroom (1 double bed and 1 single bed), 1 bedroom (1 double bed). Electric and wood-fired heating. Enclosed garden. Small fishing lake available 500m away. Expenses not included. No big dogs.

Varennes en Argonne 4km - Ste Menehould 20km - Clermont en Argonne 9km - Verdun 32km. 80m² gite located on the edge of the village. A single storey, it adjoins the farm but is entirely separate, with a view of the forest, in the heart of the Argonne region. 1 bdrm with 1 double bed and 1 single bed and 1 bdrm with 1 double bed. Fitted American-style kitchen. Sitting room, dining room with bar, exposed beams. Bathroom, WC. Electric heating. 1000 m² courtyard. Large enclosed garden. Terrace with garden furniture, barbecue, children’s games. Sheets and cleaning available. Small fishing lake. From the 3rd consecutive week, reduction of 10% on subsequent weeks. No big dogs.

Varennes en Argonne 5km - Clermont en Argonne 14km - Verdun 32km. In a charming village full of flowers, near a forest, a detached 80m2 gite for 4 persons where you will be woken by the birds and perhaps be visited by a little fox. First floor: 2 bedrooms (1 double bed-2 single beds-1 child's bed). Mezzanine sitting room (exposed beams), TV point. Ground floor: fully-equipped kitchen with fridge-freezer, oven, microwave, cooker hood. Bathroom, separate WC. Washing machine. Dining room with heating stove. Large terrace, Partly-enclosed garden, parking. Garden furniture and barbecue. Electric and wood-fired heating. Pets on request.

Located in the centre of Varennes en Argonne, the hotel has 6 simple, unpretentious rooms on the upper floors. After breakfast, you can explore the small town made famous by the arrest of King Louis XVI and his family. Follow the history trail with its 7 information panels and end your tour with a visit to the Argonne Museum to find out more about the history of this part of Meuse.

Le Paquis in Varennes-en-Argonne is a municipal campsite with 80 pitches. Electricity provided. Secure, enclosed site on the banks of the river. It has 9 showers and 9 WCs. The council also hires out 1 mobile home and 3 fully-equipped caravans.

Seasonal rental located in the Argonne countryside. It is surrounded by a vast landscaped park. Ideal for a family holiday, between relaxation, walks and historical sites.

Varennes en Argonne 4km - Montfaucon 8km - Sainte Ménéhould 25km - Verdun 35km. Only house in the village dating from before 1914, located in a cul-de-sac with view over fields. 2 bdrms. (2 double beds, 1 single bed and 1 child's bed). Fitted American-style kitchen with fridge/freezer, cooker hood, microwave, dishwasher. Sitting room with TV. Large dining room with beams, with bar, former bread oven, glass-fronted wood-burning stove. Large bathroom with washing machine, WC. Electric and wood-fired heating. Terrace. Large enclosed, landscaped garden, garage. Garden furniture, barbecue, children’s games. Sheets and cleaning available. Fishing available in private lake 8km away. From 3rd consecutive week onwards, reduction of 10% on rates for cost of subsequent weeks. Expenses not included. No big dogs. All year round + weekends.

In the hamlet of Bellefontaine, in the heart of the Argonne forest, you'll discover this 100m² typical Argonne house. On 2 levels, you'll appreciate the comfort of this house, ideal for 4 people. Nature lovers will be delighted by the surrounding environment, and can take advantage of the hiking trails starting from the gîte. We can lend you 3 mountain bikes if you wish. When you return from your walk, you can enjoy the jacuzzi reserved for you (at no extra charge) on the veranda. You'll be able to disconnect from your daily routine and contemplate nature. Rooms have 2 queen-size beds (160x200) made up on arrival. Linen and towels are provided at no extra charge (including bathrobes).

Verdun 40 km - Sainte-Ménéhould 15 km. Year-round welcome from Michel Clo in the charming hamlet of Bellefontaine, nestling in the heart of the forest of Argonne. Peace and comfort are to be found in the four character bedrooms, including one suite that is equipped for people with reduced mobility. TV, en-suite facilities in each room. 1 Yemeni-style suite (1 double bed), 1 African room (1 double bed), 1 Indian room (twin beds) and a Provence room (3 pers., 1 double and 1 single bed). From your bedrooms you can admire the hectare of wooded parkland that is availablefor your enjoyment. Open all year.

Located 9.5 km from Clermont-en-Argonne, the Camping Pierre Cochenet in Futeau is a municipal campsite with 25 pitches with electricity.