The Ardennes department, with its deep and game-filled forests, is a true natural sanctuary. One of the masters of these places is undoubtedly the deer which at the beginning of autumn gives voice. It is a unique opportunity to observe and especially to listen to these rare and fascinating moments when the males call and seek to mate with the females to ensure the continuity of the species. Different possibilities are available to you to enjoy this astonishing spectacle.
The Animal Park of the City of Charleville-Mézières
As a nature reserve, the Charleville-Mézières City Animal Park offers several "Deer Rut" evenings:
- Monday September 28
- Thursday, October 1
- Monday October 5
- Thursday October 8
- Monday October 12
The goal is to give visitors an experience immersive experience around a faunal phenomenon unique!
Friends of the Park Regional Natural Park of the Ardennes
On September 18, 2026, join us in Hargnies for our annual evening dedicated to listening to the
deer bellow, This wild and captivating call that resonates in the Ardennes forests. Foresters will accompany you on your quest… A photographic projection and a meal will punctuate this evening.
From 17:45 am to 22:30 pm, set off on an adventure with passionate, retired and active foresters from the National Forestry Office, who will guide you in this mysterious quest. Perhaps you will be lucky enough to catch a glimpse of this emblematic lord of the woods…
Before this immersion in nature, enjoy a exclusive photographic projection dedicated to this majestic deer.
To round off the evening, enjoy a typical Ardennes meal, a real treat for your taste buds!
Themes
