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built in the 20th century in honor of Joan of Arc, see https://tuyo.fr/event/eglise-catholique-261/a-trier-eglise-catholique-421/eglise-sainte-jeanne-darc-637054

A "chemin de halage", in German "treidelpfad", which runs alongside the waterway right next to the bed of the river or canal, was an indispensable part of the transport infrastructure in earlier times. Before ships could move using motor power, horses ran along the bank and pulled the ship against the current. This was called "treideln", and this is how the "treidelpfads" got their name, which has been passed down to this day. Where these paths directly on the bank have been preserved, they are often used by hikers and cyclists.

do not hesitate to return to the main road then onto the canal at each crossing

Essential step to regain strength. The chicken with mushroom sauce is very good.

Troyes is one of the cities in France which has managed to keep its architectural heritage from the Middle Ages and the Renaissance intact. Strolling through the pedestrian streets of this city is a feast for the eyes. The number of half-timbered houses is impressive. We owe this wealth in part to the important fairs of the past and also to the textile industry.

This path, which was used to tow barges from the shore, offers a variety of landscapes, from forests to fields. The path is largely flat and easy to follow, and you can enjoy views of the river and surrounding countryside.

There are many such birdhouses along the way

The only pub right on the canal.