Unforgettable experiences in Mont-laurent, Ardennes, Champagne-Ardenne

The enchanting landscape, misty rivers and endless forest of the Ardennes have inspired many poets in the past and continue to inspire them today. The towns of Charleville-Mézières, Juniville, La Roche-en-Ardenne and Bouillon were visited by two of the most famous enfants terribles of nineteenth-century French poetry, Arthur Rimbaud and Paul Verlaine, who shared the rebellious and defiant character of the Ardennes. They were two poetic geniuses who were complete opposites: Verlaine, the academic, formal poet and Rimbaud the instinctive, social-commentator poet. What a magnificent combination! They would shake up poetry for ever. This trail takes you through places where they sought refuge, places where they recharged their batteries, and places that inspired them.

Come and breathe in the pure atmosphere of this small valley in the heart of the Élan national forest. 

From an old railway line to a towpath, this route follows the path of two ancient means of transport: the train and river transport via the Canal Latéral à l'Aisne. At Évergnicourt, another possible starting point for the walk, an 1830s lock bears witness to the region?s river past.

Crossing the land of the Ardenne means encountering contrasting landscapes steeped in legends. The most secret valleys, the deepest forests and the wildest rivers have given rise to legends, some of which are told and experienced with the current of the water. In the Meuse valley, as the river twists and turns, revel in the surprise of amazing landscapes, monuments nestling in green settings and soothing calm. Exploring the Ardenne with the current, following the pace set by the river, ensures a change of scenery and a sense of wonder.

For those who love walking or cycling, the Green Routes in France and the RAVeL in Belgium open the doors to the most secret corners of both countries. As you cycle along the banks of the Meuse or hike through the secret Oignies Forest, you will understand why these long-distance paths are known as “happy trails”. They only rarely cross roads, so you can cycle or walk in complete peace! The path along the beautiful Meuse valley crosses the river several times on ancient bridges that are works of art. The path that leads to Nismes Forest follows the route taken by the old stopping trains from station to station. But above all, these paths allow you to discover countryside that is inaccessible by car.

From the valley of the Meuse to Préardennaises peaks, this route is a concentrate of the Ardennes. Starting from Sedan, you will pass by and enjoy Charleville-Mezieres and its surroundings, then down to the Crets sPréardennaises (vast territory with more than 90 municipalities ...) and go up to Sedan. You can follow pretty country lanes and some secondary roads which will allow you to make stops to enjoy the architectural heritage of towns and villages or simply the natural surroundings: castle, old coaching inn of the 17th century, former blast furnace or charming flowered village, point of view ...

The Berry-au-Bac region bears the imprint of the dramatic hours of its past, as evidenced by the white crosses in the military cemetery, visible on the way back, a Second World War air camp, and a tank monument at the entrance to Chemin des Dames. After the lock and the banks of the canal, the tour returns via the chapel and the Saint-Rigobert devotional fountain.

Given its position at the crossroads of the Germanic and Latin parts of Europe, the Ardennes region is strewn with evidence of its tumultuous and violent past. The powerful fortresses which tower over the landscape from high rocky outcrops have given rise to myths and legends. Their thick walls bear witness to a thousand years of sieges, wars and pillage. Bouillon, Herbeumont, Sedan and Montcornet still echo to the clash of swords and the songs of minstrels. In the light-filled valley of the Meuse, wealthy cities developed, but their riches had to be defended. The Fortifications Trail takes you along these mediaeval commercial roads, where the fate of Europe was decided on countless occasions.

Allow two days for this route, used for centuries to travel between Sedan castle and Bouillon castle in Belgium. A walk where water, the forest and nature are omnipresent. Although neighbours, these two regions belong to very separate lands. One nestles in a fold of the Ardennes massif, while the other stretches along the banks of the Meuse river, near the first slope of the Parisian basin. The two towns have been sisters for a thousand years, linked by history since the signing of the Treaty of Verdun in 843 dividing up the Carolingian Empire. Along this circuit you can explore Europe’s largest feudal castle in Sedan, experience Godfrey’s first crusade at the castle and archeoscope in Bouillon and take part in medieval festivals… all in an outstanding forest setting. Breathe!

Spend a moment of recreation all year long thanks to the GALÉA aquatic centre! With family and friends, enjoy the leisure pools and stay in shape with the aqua fitness activities. The outside river is the perfect place to cool off and to both enjoy bathing and sunbathing!  The sauna and the hammam will bring you well-being and relaxation. The GALÉA aquatic centre ensures you will have great aquatic moments while learning how to swim, making your baby discover water environment, making up yourself with water or simply having fun! All year long | 7/7 | Specific opening hours on weekends and during holidays 5.20€ for 16y/o and above | 4.40€ for under 16y/o | Free for under 3y/o | 9.70€ to access the wellness area

*COVID-19 Special measures*The measures above cancel and replace the usual informations- The museum is closed on mornings and opened on afternoons on appointment.- Visit of 10 people maximum - Mandatory mask - Guided tour and signposted route in the museum - Open bistro with social distancing - Installation of tables in the garden (for bistro) - Setting up the rental of the rosalies (by reservation only) for the Interpretation Trail. ------------------------------------------ Verlaine traveled a lot, yet, of all the places he frequented, very few are still standing. Among those few buildings, only one is still intact and accessible to the public: the Auberge du Lion d'Or (the Golden Lion's Inn) in Juniville. Located in front of the house Verlaine used to rent, not far from his farm, the inn has become the Verlaine Museum today. In this accommodation "for walkers and riders", the furniture has not moved: time has stopped and the soul remained intact.  More than just a simple reminder of the poet, this 1500m² place will make you revisit his life and work thanks to a unique iconographic collection, a quality commented visit, the provision of his complete works (prose, poetry and letters) and, of course, the particular atmosphere we can feel as we walk in.  After your visit, you'll still have to discover the 1000m² old garden, the temporary exhibitions and the pub. From 1st November to 31st March, Monday to Friday from 2pm to 5pm or the morning on appointment From 1st April to 31st October, Tuesday to Sunday from 2pm to 6pm or the morning on appointment  Commented visits: Individuals 6 €, Groups 4 € (10 people), Schools 2€ educational booklets on request). INTERPRETATION TRAIL Departing from the Verlaine Museum, the Juniville interpretation trail invites you to discover the heritage of Juniville by walking in the footsteps of Paul Verlaine while retracing the life and work of the poet. 9 viewpoints have been created in the village, each of them with informative consoles, silhouettes, informative slides or poems whisperers. To go further in your stroll, your knowledge of Verlaine or simply have fun with your family, ask for the booklet "Fair day in Juniville with Verlaine" at the museum. Through its riddles, illustrations and anecdotes, you will learn more about the beautiful heritage of Juniville! Booklet available for free at the Verlaine Museum RIMBAUD-VERLAINE ROUTE Juniville is the first stop on the 300-kilometer Rimbaud-Verlaine tourist route that leads to Belgium and offers a true poetic pilgrimage, evoking the wanderings of these great names of the French literature. The landscapes along this route are in perfect harmony with these unusual characters.

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.

The gateway to the region's remembrance sites, the War and Peace Museum in the Ardennes isdevoted to the three great conflicts that have left their mark in area. The Museum provides a story-line of the historical events that occurred in the Ardennes, whose natural extension is the discoveryof the legacy left in the region by so much warfare. History is presented as a continuum running from 1852 to 1945 that integrates the sequence ofevents, continuities and temporal breaks.With over 16,000 artefacts, including 150 uniforms and 50 pieces of heavy equipment, its displaysare enlivened by spectacular video projections, animated maps and set pieces. A huge chronologicalgallery and sequences covering the daily life of soldiers and civilians provide a pluralistic view ofHistory: A resolutely original and pedagogical approach for both adults and young people.

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.

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.

In the Ardennes, in the middle of nature, the Château des Loches welcomes you to a vast 190-hectare estate consisting of forests, a horse farm and a park planted with century-old trees. The Domaine des Loches is the ideal place to recharge your batteries with your family or friends. The Château is composed of two adjoining gites: The Gîte de Gaupuy with a capacity of 15 people and the Gîte des Puisselets with a total capacity of 8 people. The Gîte de Gaupuy is located in the oldest part of the Château which dates from 1818. Completely renovated, it has a capacity of 15 people and a surface area of 350 m². You will be seduced by its charm and its refined decoration. You will enjoy a comfortable living room overlooking the terrace and the wooded park, a spacious dining room and a beautiful kitchen. The rooms are equipped with luxury bedding and will bring you peace and quiet. All our rooms have their own bathroom. Children and adults can have fun in the games room. Description of the Gîte : On the ground floor : an entrance halla living rooma dining rooma fully equipped kitchena laundry room with washing machine, dryer, toilet and washbasinOn the 1st floor : 3 bedrooms (beds 180 x 200) with shower room and WC1 bedroom (bed 180 x 200) with shower room1 bedroom (bed 180 x 200) with bathroom 1 independent WC1 library spaceOn the 2nd floor : 1 bedroom (2 beds 90 x 200) with bathroom and WC1 bedroom (3 beds 90 x 200) with bathroom and WC1 games room (TV, table football, board games, etc.)For the outside : Tables, chairs, parasolsdeckchairsBrazierSwingGames (bowls, rackets, molkky) Translated with www.DeepL.com/Translator (free version)

In the Ardennes, surrounded by nature, Le Château des Loches welcomes you to a vast estate of 190 hectares, made up of forests, a horse farm and a park planted with hundred-year-old trees. The Domaine des Loches is the ideal place to recharge your batteries with family or meet up with friends. The cottage, with a capacity of 8 people, will seduce you with its charm and refined decoration. It benefits from a 4-star rating and a 4-key Vacances label, guaranteeing a high-end service. You will enjoy a comfortable living room opening onto the terrace and the wooded park, a pretty equipped kitchen/dining room. The rooms, equipped with luxury bedding, will bring you peace and quiet. You will have 2 double bedrooms (180x200 beds) and 1 bedroom equipped with 4 single beds (90x200). All our rooms have their own bathroom. We will be very happy to welcome you in this natural and sumptuous setting of the Domaine des Loches, 2 hours from Paris 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

The Old Post and Courier Post to Royal Horses Launoy is an architectural ensemble of the 17th century, quadrilateral, with the remains of postmaster flanked by two driveway gates and lodge watcher, a courtyard lined a large hall for coaches, teams overcome a series of grain reserves, hayloft and a typical barn. It is a place of cultural and tourist events: markets, fairs, exhibitions, festivals, flower ...). Program on request. Open Houses throughout the year or commented upon request or by appointment

Former church of the Benedictine priory founded in 1097 by Hugues Count of Rethel. Its imposing silhouette dominates the landscape several kilometers around and has dimensions out of proportion with the size of the village. The nave is 44 meters long and the campanile is 35 meters above the ground. Wide buttresses form an imposing architecture, no tall bell tower just a small campanile. Inside, you will discover one of the most beautiful organ buffets in Champagne-Ardenne. Dominated by two angels playing the trumpet, its finely carved bas-reliefs represent the various accessories of the music. Another remarkable piece is the pulpit to preach and its pyramidal canopy. The high altar is striking by its size and opulence; it is surrounded by large paintings. The church also houses statues of the 18th century, including a beautiful Virgin and Child. Commented visits for individuals and groups by appointment only.

The monument is an allegory of Victory, framed by panels bearing the list of Rethel’s civilian and military dead.

The former town hall of Rethel, built in 1750, was destroyed on 1st September 1914 in the fire started by the invader on the night of 31st August 1914, as well as three quarters of the town and the archives of the town. The Town Council did not establish an order for the reconstruction of municipal buildings until 13th October 1922, priority being given to schools. Among the 11 projects presented for the new Town Hall, Mr Boulenger’s one (an architect from Reims) was chosen. The building, in Louis XIIIth style, measures 40 meters by 14 and its height is 40 meters too. The materials used (white stone from Vierzy, red brick from Dizy and blue slate) bring out the colours of the national flag on its façade.  The building started in April 1925 and finished in November 1931. The official inauguration took place on 30th April 1933. The monumental staircase at the centre of the façade leads onto a wrought iron portal, the official entrance to the building. The main reception room is entirely covered by paintings of Eugène Thiéry from Rethel. 

Built on the site of a Priory church, this new church is of Gothic style with a high nave and two aisles. After two centuries of conflicts, the inhabitants of Rethel obtained the demolition of their uncomfortable aisle to replace it by a nave of the same dimensions as the monks’ one: the church has therefore two large naves placed side by side. In 1531, a portal opened out onto the town was built. In 1614, the building of the enormous three–tiered tower started to replace the former steeple. Three levels were superimposed in the classical order (Doric, Ionic and Corinthian).  The Revolution and the two World Wars caused great damage to Saint Nicholas church. The restoration works undertaken by the Historical Monuments started in 1941 to finally end in 1994. Guided visits: Wednesdays from June to Sept. at 4pm on the forecourt. Groups on reservation | Open from June to September, from 2.30pm to 5.30pm.

This plot of land of 4 hectares, where more than 500 trees have been planted, is called the Promenade des Isles. It has been the site for different public events for several years. The most well-known is the Sainte Anne Fête, which has been held since 1805 at the end of July. For ten days the animation (the cavalcade, the fireworks display, the balls, the fairground attractions) attracts huge crowds, who come from all over the region. We must not forget to mention other public events, which have become traditional too like the horse show, the Foulées Rethéloises (cross-country running race), etc.. The first trees were planted on the meadow here in 1623 on a former cemetery. The town bought the neighbouring meadow (called the Cannevière) to extend the park in 1646. In 1775 the line of trees, which was in the middle, was cut down to create a central walkway. An entrance to the park from the town was made for pedestrians. Since this time the Promenade des Isles has always been used as a meeting place for local festivities.

“This French countryside is awful! My fate depends on this book, for which half a dozen atrocious stories still have to be invented. How can atrocities be invented here?”… And yet, it was at his mother’s family farm that Rimbaud was to write one of his greatest works. Walking around Roche, you can imagine the poet in the loft of the barn, completing ‘A Season in Hell’. This masterpiece harbours both a total rejection of his past and a need for a passionate life, for an immediate life. This poem is also an adieu. Rimbaud discovers that the western world is closed. Once it had been published, Arthur left for the East, in search of absolute purity. He was to lead the life of an adventurer there. Nothing remains of the Cuif family home but a wall. Where the loft once stood, there is now a commemorative stele of Rimbaud.

*COVID-19 Special measures*The measures above cancel and replace the usual informations- The museum is closed on mornings and opened on afternoons on appointment.- Visit of 10 people maximum - Mandatory mask - Guided tour and signposted route in the museum - Open bistro with social distancing - Installation of tables in the garden (for bistro) - Setting up the rental of the rosalies (by reservation only) for the Interpretation Trail. ------------------------------------------ Verlaine traveled a lot, yet, of all the places he frequented, very few are still standing. Among those few buildings, only one is still intact and accessible to the public: the Auberge du Lion d'Or (the Golden Lion's Inn) in Juniville. Located in front of the house Verlaine used to rent, not far from his farm, the inn has become the Verlaine Museum today. In this accommodation "for walkers and riders", the furniture has not moved: time has stopped and the soul remained intact.  More than just a simple reminder of the poet, this 1500m² place will make you revisit his life and work thanks to a unique iconographic collection, a quality commented visit, the provision of his complete works (prose, poetry and letters) and, of course, the particular atmosphere we can feel as we walk in.  After your visit, you'll still have to discover the 1000m² old garden, the temporary exhibitions and the pub. From 1st November to 31st March, Monday to Friday from 2pm to 5pm or the morning on appointment From 1st April to 31st October, Tuesday to Sunday from 2pm to 6pm or the morning on appointment  Commented visits: Individuals 6 €, Groups 4 € (10 people), Schools 2€ educational booklets on request). INTERPRETATION TRAIL Departing from the Verlaine Museum, the Juniville interpretation trail invites you to discover the heritage of Juniville by walking in the footsteps of Paul Verlaine while retracing the life and work of the poet. 9 viewpoints have been created in the village, each of them with informative consoles, silhouettes, informative slides or poems whisperers. To go further in your stroll, your knowledge of Verlaine or simply have fun with your family, ask for the booklet "Fair day in Juniville with Verlaine" at the museum. Through its riddles, illustrations and anecdotes, you will learn more about the beautiful heritage of Juniville! Booklet available for free at the Verlaine Museum RIMBAUD-VERLAINE ROUTE Juniville is the first stop on the 300-kilometer Rimbaud-Verlaine tourist route that leads to Belgium and offers a true poetic pilgrimage, evoking the wanderings of these great names of the French literature. The landscapes along this route are in perfect harmony with these unusual characters.

The destiny that took Verlaine to Juniville is the story of his life and his work. After a tumultuous two-year period with Rimbaud which took him to London and Brussels and led to his imprisonment in Mons, Paul Verlaine returned to the Ardennes to soothe his heart. At the Lion d’Or inn, he wrote and finished the collection of poems entitled ‘Sagesse’. He also prepared a virulent book there. In this anthology, he was to publish works by poets as yet unknown: Stéphane Mallarmé, Tristan Corbeer and Arthur Rimbaud. In the preface, he introduces the latter as the great genius of poetry. He was to give his work a name intended to shatter his image as a Parnassian poet. ‘Les poètes maudits’ (The Accursed Poets) was to become inextricably linked with the decadent scene and prove a resounding success. His poetry was finally recognised.

The impressive roof of the Saint-Laurent churchwas built to accommodate all the villagers in a refuge room in the event of anattack. The façade is covered by a large pointed portal with four finely carvedmedallions. You can visit Saint-Laurent Church bycontacting the town hall of Grivy-Loisy.

The Saint-Pierre and Saint-Paul church has a Romanesque nave with five bays dating from the 12th century. The transept (13th century) and the choir (15th century) stand out for their Gothic style. Inside the church is the head stone of Pierre de Machault, lord of the village and his wife. The church is open every day of the year.

This pretty road crosses the southern Ardennes countryside to Launois-sur-Vence, a rural village far from the hustle and bustle of towns and cities. The location of the Ardwen brewery is no trivial matter. The Champagne region is close by, its subsoil brimming with pure water, the basis of all high-quality beers. And the Woinic beer can claim its right to be described as such, since it has been nominated eight times at the Paris Agricultural Show. Recognition like this owes nothing to chance. The young but talented master brewer, Geoffrey Stevenin, loves his work and his range of beers, all made using natural ingredients. “The barley is from Champagne and the malt is from Belgium. But we will never add artificial flavouring to our beers”. The brewery produces a wide range of beers, all different, with very definite characters, just like the Ardennes! The Ardwen Blonde is refreshing and fresh; the Blanche is more lemony, with hints of coriander; the Ambrée is typical of caramelised malts. The Cerise or cherry beer is characterised by a lovely roundness, based on pure Morello cherry juice; the Hop’s Cure is strong in malts and hops. The Bleue has a pronounced bitterness, compared to the Rouge, which is beautifully round, with a fruity taste calling to mind kirsch, while the special Christmas beer, Ardwen de Noël, is more complex, with a subtle blend of spices. The Ardwen logo depicts the goddess Arduinna, protector of the forest, astride a wild boar: we’ll wager she protects this brewery like treasure, as the worthy heir of Ardennes brewing know-how.

L'endroit idéal pour découvrir la gastronomie picarde ! (80 couverts + terrasse / animaux acceptés)

LA GRANDE TABLEE ARDENNAISE IS : - A selection of local products made by producers who are just as passionate about the region as we are! as we are! - A unique dry-cured ham cellar under which the aperitif promises to be exceptional ... - A restaurant where you can spend some quality time with family and friends over a good drink and some great Ardennes specialities. Ardennes specialities (yes, you've guessed it, we're offering you to come and eat in a butcher's shop). in a butcher's shop). At La Grande Tablée Ardennaise, you don't need an invitation to get in, because the door will always be wide open! Whether you're coming solo, as a couple, or with friends, we'll welcome you like family (yes, we will!). like family (yes, we will!).

Fast food. Family and traditional cuisine. Banquets by prior arrangement. Meeting room. Open from 8.30am to 11pm every day except Monday.

In the heart of the Ardennes, in a small village called "Les Ayvelles", you'll find this family-run establishment with character, brought up to date. You'll love the charm of the Auberge, its authentic stone-walled dining room, its charming decor and its traditional cuisine. In fact, we offer home-cooked local cuisine using quality produce. The chef and his team strive to satisfy your taste buds, because here: the customer is king! Groups welcome (max 100 covers). Traditional cuisine with fresh seasonal produce. Menu of the day or à la carte. Hotel: 8 comfortable rooms - possibility of an evening stopover for €50 per person (dinner, overnight stay and breakfast).

A Dom stone inn with a rustic atmosphere: exposed beams, fireplace, dance floor (parquet) in the centre of the main room. Local cuisine, homemade with fresh produce, selected wines. Member of the Champagne-Ardenne Sommelier Association. Very pleasant terrace, entertainment available for all evenings and birthdays for 30 people or more. Member of the Collège Culinaire de France - Quality restaurant since the creation of the Label in 2013. This label rewards and highlights the work of artisans: restaurateurs, winemakers, producers, breeders, fishermen, etc. It is a label that guarantees the quality and traceability of products. Restaurant listed by Gault et Millau and Petit Futé.

Carefully selected local produce, traditional cuisine with a touch of creativity, and a warm atmosphere both indoors and on the terrace: Le Pichet has all the ingredients for a wonderful gourmet experience. After studying hospitality and catering, Jimmy joined his mother Carine in the kitchen, where she welcomes guests with kindness. There, he skilfully expresses his love of fine local produce. In this charming setting, with its period stone and wood features and sleek, modern décor, you can discover the flavours of home cooking made with local produce (meat from the farm and bread from the neighbouring baker, cheese from the Ardennes). The inspiration, more or less classic, is always there. Try the pork cheek with Orval Trappist beer, mashed potatoes and glazed carrots. The dishes are well crafted in terms of combinations, cooking and presentation, and the 100% local charcuterie and cheese boards are accompanied by a fine selection of local craft beers, wines from small vintners or great classics. The establishment can be privatised for your events and business meals.

For your family or professional meals, the restaurant Le Dalang offers traditional and local cuisine and offers lunch on its terrace surrounded by greenery.10 min by car from the center of Charleville. Opening weekdays from 12h to 14h and from 19h to 22h30.

Located next to the hotel, the Restaurant offers a large number of menus suitable for everyone. It has a beautiful terrace for pleasant summer evenings. The breakfast buffet is open between 6.30 a.m. and 9 a.m., lunch is available between 12 a.m. and 2 p.m. and dinner from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. Buffet menus, children's menu.

Une pause « gourmande et tradition » au cœur du golf de Menneville ! (40 couverts + 25 en terrasse)

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.

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.

Direct sale of free range and organic eggs. Open Monday, Wednesday afternoon, Thursday afternoon and Friday afternoon.

Discover the Loupin'up, a blond beer with character, exclusive to L'Abreuvoir aux Loups. Sale of beers and other regional spirits, wines and rum. Wine accessories. Gift baskets and articles. For your family meals, between friends, festivities of all kinds, for individuals / professionals, associations. We can provide drinks and take back any that are not consumed. (See conditions). Open from October to March from Tuesday to Saturday except Wednesday morning and from April to September from Tuesday to Saturday.

Farm sales to order: 5 to 10 kg boxes of beef and/or veal. Home-cooked dishes in dishes of veal blanquette, beef goulash, veal pie or pure beef lasagna. Several quantities are possible. As well as the Charobon, thin slices of dried beef, you should discover the Saucibon! All these products come from their farm. You can visit the farm all year round by appointment.

In the Ardennes, in the middle of nature, the Château des Loches welcomes you to a vast 190-hectare estate consisting of forests, a horse farm and a park planted with century-old trees. The Domaine des Loches is the ideal place to recharge your batteries with your family or friends. The Château is composed of two adjoining gites: The Gîte de Gaupuy with a capacity of 15 people and the Gîte des Puisselets with a total capacity of 8 people. The Gîte de Gaupuy is located in the oldest part of the Château which dates from 1818. Completely renovated, it has a capacity of 15 people and a surface area of 350 m². You will be seduced by its charm and its refined decoration. You will enjoy a comfortable living room overlooking the terrace and the wooded park, a spacious dining room and a beautiful kitchen. The rooms are equipped with luxury bedding and will bring you peace and quiet. All our rooms have their own bathroom. Children and adults can have fun in the games room. Description of the Gîte : On the ground floor : an entrance halla living rooma dining rooma fully equipped kitchena laundry room with washing machine, dryer, toilet and washbasinOn the 1st floor : 3 bedrooms (beds 180 x 200) with shower room and WC1 bedroom (bed 180 x 200) with shower room1 bedroom (bed 180 x 200) with bathroom 1 independent WC1 library spaceOn the 2nd floor : 1 bedroom (2 beds 90 x 200) with bathroom and WC1 bedroom (3 beds 90 x 200) with bathroom and WC1 games room (TV, table football, board games, etc.)For the outside : Tables, chairs, parasolsdeckchairsBrazierSwingGames (bowls, rackets, molkky) Translated with www.DeepL.com/Translator (free version)

In the Ardennes, surrounded by nature, Le Château des Loches welcomes you to a vast estate of 190 hectares, made up of forests, a horse farm and a park planted with hundred-year-old trees. The Domaine des Loches is the ideal place to recharge your batteries with family or meet up with friends. The cottage, with a capacity of 8 people, will seduce you with its charm and refined decoration. It benefits from a 4-star rating and a 4-key Vacances label, guaranteeing a high-end service. You will enjoy a comfortable living room opening onto the terrace and the wooded park, a pretty equipped kitchen/dining room. The rooms, equipped with luxury bedding, will bring you peace and quiet. You will have 2 double bedrooms (180x200 beds) and 1 bedroom equipped with 4 single beds (90x200). All our rooms have their own bathroom. We will be very happy to welcome you in this natural and sumptuous setting of the Domaine des Loches, 2 hours from Paris and Luxembourg.

Anne Champenois produces red berries, she selects the best varieties for their taste and the quality of the fruit. Try these delicious products made from raspberries, blackcurrants, blueberries and blackberries: jams, coulis, syrups, nectar... Raspberries are sold directly from the farm to order during the production period in June and July, and are available on the Drive Fermier.

Your taste buds will be charmed! Discover Ribes Rondom, a redcurrant sparkling wine made using the traditional method, with red fruits from their plantations located in Falaise. Since 2020, they have also been producing Ti'Gobu, a redcurrant must brandy and a redcurrant ratafia. Visits on request, direct sales at the property and at farmers' markets.

The Maître des Cols cellar welcomes you all year round from Tuesday to Saturday from 10am to 12pm and 2pm to 7pm. Easily accessible, located on the Vouziers - Ste Ménehould road, the shop is spacious and well laid out. The selection is as rich as the advice. Offers a wide range of wines (organic, Appellation d'Origine INAO, Vigneron Indépendant...). Summer outdoor activities will take place in a rural setting around the small pond. Initiation to wine tasting on site or at home. Food and wine pairing. Prices and catalogue available on request per email.