ヴァレスコートのおすすめツーリングルート

Bel edifice

Arriving in Chaumont, with its church perched atop the hill, is a beautiful spot to stop and enjoy the view. Take a break; the shopping street winds its way up to the church.

Nestled between the church and the village, the Étournelles vegetable garden in Breuil-le-Sec, created in 1851 by landscaper Louis-Sulpice Varé, retains the charm of its original English-style garden. Behind its high walls, eight squares bordered by boxwood are planted with vegetables, fruits, and flowers in a perfect balance between aesthetics and production. Maintained continuously for over 160 years, this rare, nourishing garden has been listed in the Inventory of Historic Monuments since 2004.

A pretty little town hall

In peace and quiet

From 1910 onwards, the French tyre manufacturer Michelin (also known for its road maps or the awarding of stars to restaurants for exceptional cuisine) was looking for a way to provide specific information to drivers at intersections. The idea was a corner bollard (French name: Borne d'Angle), on which the directions of travel and distances to towns could be indicated centrally. The Borne d'Angle was intended to focus the driver's attention at the intersection. The Michelin traffic signs have now almost completely disappeared from French streets. Their removal is currently being pushed further. A few examples have survived the test of time in places that are difficult to access, particularly where they are not a safety concern or where there are difficulties in removing them.

For a long time, there was no other church than the collegiate church in the castle. The new parish church, whose construction date remains uncertain, was consecrated in 1327 by Jean de Marigny under the name of Saint Samson, Bishop of Dol-de-Bretagne. The chapel windows feature magnificent stained-glass windows, some dating back to the 16th century. It's a delight to gaze upon the colorful, richly colored stained-glass windows! 👍

The Etang du Château Saint Louis is a beautiful pond surrounded by forests and wetlands, which was part of the Château Saint-Louis, a former royal residence. You can follow the trail that goes around it, enjoying the view of the water and wildlife.