This is Marie Joly's grave. She was an actress in the 1700s and like many comedians today, she has a tragic history. She was a member of the Comédie-Française but, unfortunately, she was suspected of being a royalist and thrown into prison. While serving a short five-month sentence, she contracted tuberculosis and died at the age of 37. In recognition of his sad end, a stele dedicated to melancholy was erected next to his tomb.

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Please note that to enjoy this must-see, plan a hike between 2:30 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. only on Sundays in season.

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1. Sur les Pas de Marie Joly — loop from Potigny

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2. Devil's Gap loop from Lotissement des Charmes

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3. Tomb of Marie Joly – Devil's Gap loop from La Bruyère

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Elevation 210 m

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Wednesday 21 January

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35 %

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