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Here, in 1792, during the Battle of Valmy, French troops stood against the Prussian armies. A simple windmill on a hill… which became a symbol of resistance.

This ossuary, which has the status of a national necropolis, houses the remains of approximately 10,000 soldiers who fell during the Battle of Argonne. The imposing monument found there was created by the sculptor Raoul Eugène Lamourdedieu.

The Saint-Roch chapel appeared in the 17th century, well before the La Harazée national necropolis next to which it is located. The latter contains the remains of 1,672 soldiers who fell during the Battle of Argonne.

magnificent landscapes

This little road is wonderfully quiet, a much better option than the D946 which runs parallel to it.

A pleasant walk and a superb basilica to discover

Very nice to ride a bike. There are several corners here that invite you to linger.

The Collégiale Notre-Dame-en-Vaux is a magnificent example of Romanesque and Gothic art, built between the 12th and 15th centuries. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site as part of the Santiago de Compostela pilgrimage route. It has one of the largest carillons in Europe, with 56 bells, and an impressive collection of 16th-century stained glass windows. It is one of the most visited monuments in Châlons-en-Champagne, a city also known for its boat trips, parks, festivals and cellars.