Things to see and do Haute-Marne

This beautiful wharf derives its name from the échalas of the vineyard which occupied all the slopes of the surroundings of Modèle, until the end of the th century. These "guardians" were kept in the ground, to strengthen them. On the walk, we can see the last trace of the ramparts: A tower, whose corbeaux, supporting the round road, are still present. This picturesque area is characterized by water because Modèle is built on the edge of the Marne, the longest French river. The stone houses that have been built on each side, above its level, are reflected in the arms of the Marne and worth its nickname of Petite Venice. During the beautiful season, the colorful flowers that parent the windows of the houses offer a pleasant spectacle.

The architecture of the th century of this magnificent church is massive and ouvragée. Inspired by a Renaissance portal added to the south side of the building, it also contains important furnishings and treasures. It was about 1560 that was commissioned by Antoinette de Bourbon the authentic and magnificent "Mise". Amazing are the figures that make it up: the faces are very expressive and the movements are perfectly made thanks to the thin lines that cut the characters and the precision of the folds of their clothes. A wonder! Notre-Dame Church also contains a key piece: the famous relic of the "Saint Joseph Belt", made up of hemp and a faded ivory latch, which was reported from Holy Earth in 1552 by Jean de Modèle. What to say about the organ created by Louis Le Bé in his original place… Finally, it is the construction of the current tower tower at the beginning of the th century which allows, because of its height, to be visible from a distance in the valley.

This city museum, with its admirable exterior, was founded at the end of the nineteenth century on the city walls. It contains 25,000 objects relating to three specific areas: archeology, ornithology and art melting. It presents, among other things, the beautiful Merovingian tombs that have been discovered in the region, completely reconstituted, and artifacts of all kinds, from the Iron Age to Antiquity. See also: Gallo-Roman glassworks, the magnificent collection of some 150 birds, the fossilized skeleton of France's greatest iguanogift or the enchanting iron statue Néréid of the Lescuyer collection. Each will be able to evolve according to the enriched rooms of the latest acquisitions and restored works. Once again, you can admire Hector Guimard's achievements and learn more about this haute marnese art. On the façade, Jacques Perreaut's Fortifications sculpture represents the old strong square of the sixteenth century. Unfortunately, it is regrettable that timetables are increasingly restricted.

Travel through time in the city of Langres: in an hour's walk, immerse yourself in the different eras of the city's history. Successively used as town by the Gallic, as the capital of the Lingons, or as a seat of the diocese and place-strong royal, Langres has formed, transformed and remains very well preserved. Today, it is classified among the 50 most beautiful cities in France. The round road you borrow on foot or by bike is punctuated by 12 towers and 9 doors; the itinerary often attracts children, so take advantage of it!

Tariff: free.

Distance: 2,9 km.

:: very easy.

In the middle of the reach, there is the presence of the remnants of a former mill. This wharf is named after the wood chips used in the mill's sails for the work of the skins used in les. The Poncelot, a small stone bridge of the 1641 th century, was réédifié in during the Ursulines installation. An ideal place to walk in peace and quiet.

This forest, which has become known as the Revolution, is a place of escape easily accessible from Chaumont. Several hiking and mountain biking trails allow you to turn around or at least discover part of it. The shortest trail is 4 km, while the longest runs 13 km. The departure can be made from three main places: the Lily area, from where there is a botanical trail, the Clear oaks area and its health course, and the area of the Fountain Sainte-Bookseller, which also includes a 9 km mountain bike circuit.

Tariff: free.

Duration: 1 p. m.

Difficulty: .

To the left of Diderot Street, descending from north to south, an imposing building (twelfth century), with its five vaulted nefs. The present church is the result of several constructions of xiiie in the eighteenth. A fire in 1725 gave the langrois architect Claude Forgeot the opportunity to treat this pretty facade. Original, the bell tower, which is a bonded and graceful bell, does not seem to obey this symmetrical law that Forgeot had. It is developed on four levels, the Campanile is very open. This abundance of decoration details contrasts with the sobriety of the building, but adds a delicious Italian character.

Construction of more than 150 years. In this lavoir, renovated in 1999 and housed in a museum, there are lavandières scenes of yesteryear, visible from outside. He gets enlightened at night, which gives him another aspect.

At the doors of the city, we encounter forest charm, for walking and also sport. The site is equipped with 3 health course circuits of 1 700 m, 2 000 m and 4 000 m, at different levels, interspersed with explanatory panels.

A mégalithe built nearly 4 000 years ago, which was more than 7 m high. During excavations undertaken in the 2nd century, it collapsed and broke into pieces. It was restored in 1845 and is now classified as a historic monument.