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The beginning and end of the route are paved, but further up, just before the summit, there's rough gravel, which isn't suitable for road bikes. However, the alternative route to the D70 is scenic and very quiet.

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The town hall is located in part of a former Ursuline convent, founded in 1634 to educate girls. The renovated square is pedestrianized.

Via Francigena: During this stage, a stop in Bar-sur-Aube is a must. Situated on a north-south axis, the town acquired strategic importance and the status of a commercial centre during the period of the Counts of Champagne. The latter had indeed guaranteed the security of the merchants and set up an adapted logistical organisation that contributed to the development of Bar-sur-Aube as a commercial centre. Thus, from mid-February to mid-April, traders from Flanders and Italy exchanged oriental spices, silk, textiles and raw materials from Northern Europe. The architecture of the town bears witness to this past activity.

The apse (11th century) once served as the castle chapel of the Counts of Bar, but was demolished at the end of the 16th century on the orders of Henri IV. The current bell tower (12th century) was then the keep: the place where the portcullis was located is still visible. The classical 18th century facade is inspired by the gate of the great cloister in Clairvaux.

A must-see if you are passing through during the Raid Bulles Gravel to taste an excellent Troyes andouillette galette combined with Chaource 😋 All washed down with a glass of champagne, of course!

Decorated with beautiful houses and surrounded by vineyards, life is good in Les Riceys. The village has many wineries that offer champagne tastings and cellar tours. It prides itself on being the only wine-growing commune in the region to have the three Champagne controlled appellations. If you want to taste champagne, the place is very suitable.

You see more and more champagne producers and vineyards along your path. It's normal. You are in the second largest champagne producing region after Reims and Epernay. The Château de Bligny estate in the village can be a good choice to learn more about this legendary drink.