With Escapade Meuse: Paddle in the heart of the Ardennes!
Fancy an original and refreshing getaway in the Ardennes? Come and try paddleboarding on the Meuse! Escapade Meuse offers you a paddleboarding trip on the Meuse, starting from Vireux-Wallerand. For 2 hours, let yourself be carried by the current, discover magnificent landscapes and enjoy a moment of absolute relaxation on the water!…
Hiking: The Ardennes Tour, a new GRP in the Ardennes
Hiking and nature lovers will be delighted! The brand new Grande Randonnée de Pays (GRP) trail, called "Ardenne Tour: in the footsteps of Arduina", offers a unique adventure in the heart of the captivating landscapes of the Ardennes. With its 300 km loop to be covered in 13 stages, this route invites you…
The Route d'Artagnan: European equestrian route crossing the Ardennes
The Route d'Artagnan, the first European equestrian route, takes you at the pace of your horse through six European countries: Germany, the Netherlands, Belgium, France, Italy and Spain. This equestrian trail of more than 8000 km begins in Lupiac in the Gers, birthplace of d'Artagnan, Captain-Lieutenant of the Musketeers of King Louis…
Listen to the deer roar in autumn 2024
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…
Micro-adventures in the Ardennes
Want to escape from everyday life, get off the beaten track while reconnecting with nature? The micro-adventure is made for you. Here we offer you a small, non-exhaustive selection of micro-adventures in the Ardennes. Up to you ! Charlemont Activities Charlemont Activities Hanging and jogging at the Charlemont citadel At…
Park Festival on September 22, 2024
Day of discoveries, entertainment and conviviality in the heart of the magnificent territory of the Ardennes Regional Natural Park on the program for the Parc Fête on September 22, 2024 at Lac des Vieilles Forges, at the Congress Center. Residents, visitors, with family or friends, young and old, come and discover the Regional Natural Park of…
Embark aboard the train of legends to discover the Ardennes!
This summer, board the Train des Légendes en Ardenne on the TER Charleville-Givet line at a preferential rate with the 1-day pass for 10 euros. To travel in a more environmentally friendly way, at a low price while making great discoveries, the train is ideal! Also go and discover the…
Crossing the Ardennes by the BiblioGysmo or the fantastic ballads of a utopian troubadour
Paul Griette, itinerant storyteller, offers an original journey in the Ardennes, along the greenways. Throughout a route to the rhythm of his mules, Gysmo and Mimule, Paul will make artistic and cultural stops to the delight of young and old alike. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9bixMNSo7qY Bibliogysmo With its traveling library carried by Gysmo…
The Ardennes see life in blue
The list of those awarded the Blue Flag 2024 label has just been revealed and the Ardennes feature prominently! The label Created by Teragir in 1985, the Blue Flag recognizes each year the municipalities and marinas which permanently pursue a policy of sustainable tourism development. Today present in 46 countries on all…
Ardennes naturalists at the Montier-en-Der photo festival
The Montier Photo Festival is THE unique meeting in Europe for wildlife and nature photography which brings together photographers, naturalists, associations and professionals. This year it takes place from November 16 to 19 around 100 forums on naturalist knowledge and photo technique and more than 80 hours of conferences, screenings, etc.
The Ardennes labeled “Flower Department”
After the election of the Château fort de Sedan as a Favorite Monument of the French, the Ardennes department has just been officially labeled "Flowered Department" alongside Alsace, Côtes d'Armor and Morbihan in 2023. great national recognition which crowns a departmental commitment of many years. “Flower Department” label The “Flower Department” label…
The slab of the deer
With, among other things, its deep and game-rich forests, the Ardennes department is a veritable natural sanctuary. One of the masters of these places is unquestionably the deer which at the beginning of autumn gives voice. It's up to you to attend and above all to hear these amazing and rare moments when the males call and seek to…
Walk in hunting season
When autumn arrives and hunting in our beautiful regions, it becomes essential for any walker / hiker to be vigilant. Simple rules and knowledge of the opening and closing dates of the hunt generally allow good coexistence between hunters and walkers. Know the calendar of hunting periods The opening dates and…
The Domoiselles farm
The Domoiselles farm was created in 2020 by Azeline and Johan in the town of Dom-le-Mesnil. The couple raises about forty Lorraine goats. This breed, formerly threatened, is important in the eyes of the couple who regularly praise it: good dairy genetics, rustic and regional goat, good adaptation to the climate...
Amazing these unusual!
Certainly, these Ardennes curiosities will surprise and enchant you! Amusing, surprising, unusual or unique, come and discover them to enhance your stay in the Ardennes. Monumental! Not even afraid! Surprising and unique! Monumental! Woinic Woinic, the largest wild boar in the world Imagine. 50 tons, 10 meters high, 13 meters long and 5 meters wide…
On the road with Romy in a motorhome
Motorhome driver since he was 9 years old, Romy chose the Ardennes this year. Nature, landscape, tranquillity, enough to feed his curiosity... And his gluttony. Discovery of the Ardennes in two stages In search of tranquillity, history and good food, Romy chose the Ardennes and does not regret it. Coming from Paris via Reims, she…
We tested piloting a small barge
Need a real disconnect? With more than 300 km of navigable waterways, the Ardennes offer you the perfect opportunity to cast off and your smartphone for a pleasure navigation. Departing from Pont-à-Bar, on the Ardennes canal An on / off button. Five seconds warm-up. It remains to bring the mooring ropes on board...
I consume local with the Ardennes PNR
Is respecting the environment and the territory where you live or vacation important to you? So discover the “Valeurs Parc naturel régional” brand, a collective brand registered by the Regional Natural Parks of France. The PNR des Ardennes has been developing this brand on its territory since 2019 and to date, a good twenty…
My tips for the family
Emily Schoen is the founder of “Parentage et Compagnie”, an association which aims to share experiences between parents. Here are his top tips for the family in the Ardennes. Domaine de Vendresse Elfy Park 3 acrobatic parks: TerrAltitude Park – Ardennes Terre d’Aventures and Le Chêne Perché Liart Educational Farm Argonne Discovery Park…
Meet Arduino the Druid
The Ardennes have a Celtic soul. Jean-Luc Lemaire does not hesitate to put on the habit to remind him. Interview. Why a druid in the Ardennes? Arduin' the Druid On what occasion can we meet Arduin'? Fontaine Saint-Roger at Elan Saint-Walfroy Quatre fils Aymon What remains of the Celtic soul today? Article taken from the magazine of the Tourist Development Agency “Ardennes…
An enchanted valley of locks
Hold your breath and savor the moment. From Chesne to Semuy, slide along the valley of the locks. To the feeling of freedom, add that of the privilege of entering the painting. Crazy charm The smell of cut hay. The croaking of a toad in the early morning. The delicious shine of a cherry tree. Sweet, intimate, seductive, the Valley of…
They cast off the moorings
Want to press pause? Let yourself embark on the Charlemagne for a relaxing cruise. Corrine and Danièle toast to the holidays! The two friends are delighted with their getaway aboard the boat Charlemagne. Leaving Givet at 11 a.m., they scheduled a lunch on the water. For two hours, no questions to ask. Relaxation…
In the peaceful steps of the donkey
Installed with his donkeys at Ménil in Vaux-Villaine, Emmanuel Crametz offers a fun experience. A different way to discover the Ardennes with a donkey, on a walk, on an organized hike or on a free hike. Meeting with the donkeys Bertin, Marcel, Fernand, Marius, Gaston… with their big donkey ears, are pampered by their master, Emmanuel Crametz. Grassland…
The three favorites of a hiker
An inveterate hiker, Michel Degré is a member of the association Paysages de France. He gives us his 3 hiking favorites. 1- At the water's edge: Asfeld The surroundings of Asfeld offer an ideal walk with children. Flexible (5 to 10 km), with no height difference, this walk runs along the Aisne canal, not far from the meanders of…
Trans-Ardennes, the paths to freedom
From its source to its mouth, the Meuse is coupled with an international tourist cycle route of more than 950 km, the EuroVelo 19. Julie and Jim, a Dutch couple, tried the experience of the Meuse by bike, at the start from Sedan. Julie and Jim Julie and Jim do not regret their choice. 280 km to pedal…