à LAUNOIS SUR VENCE

Relais de Poste aux Chevaux de Launois

The Relais de Poste aux Chevaux de Launois-sur-Vence has been listed in the inventory of historical monuments since January 1, 1994.
It was built in 1654. This exceptional site, considered unique in France, is made up of several buildings: main building, stables, stagecoach halls, sheepfold, wine press, etc.
At the time it allowed the exchange of horses for travelers and mail between Paris and Sedan on the road which also passed through Charleville-Mézières, it was open night and day.


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Museography
The Launoy Post House opens its doors to you for an immersive, unique and completely new experience. FreeDiscover the golden age of Post Houses, where horses and postilions relayed messages, travelers and goods across France.

Your visit will be divided into several parts: The main building where Three rooms dedicated to the history and operation of post houses, featuring a variety of interactive elements, await you.the exteriors who will make youExplore the relay station and discover the purpose of each building, from the majestic goods hall to the sheepfold, and of course the stables.

The tour is available in English.


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Group visits
The Tourist Office of the Pre-Ardennes Ridges invites you to discover the Launois relay alongside a passionate tour guideThis tour is ideal for groups who want to discover the history of this exceptional site! It will tell you of the many characters who contributed to the operation of the relay, will also trace its history as well as that of post relays in France, not forgetting its architecture, its cavalry and the Ardennes draft horses.


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Entertainment
Each year, socio-cultural events are organized by associations and external organizers, including, in particular, a Country Producers Market The first Friday of each month (except January), an antiques and flea market, a country fair, a holiday fair, clothing exchanges, an apple and pear day, Christmas markets and many others.


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Rentals
The Relais is also available for hire for your private events (weddings, baptisms, family reunions, etc.), your association or company events (works councils, team building, etc.).

We speak: French

Themes

  • Arboretum

Opening

Opening hours from May 11 to May 15, 2026
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Opening hours from May 25 to May 29, 2026
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Opening hours from June 01 to June 05, 2026
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Opening hours from June 08 to June 12, 2026
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Opening hours from June 22 to June 26, 2026
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Opening hours from June 29 to July 03, 2026
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Opening hours from July 06 to July 10, 2026
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Opening hours from July 13 to July 17, 2026
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Opening hours from July 20 to July 24, 2026
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Opening hours from July 27 to July 31, 2026
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Opening hours from August 03 to August 07, 2026
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Opening hours from August 10 to August 14, 2026
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Opening hours from August 17 to August 21, 2026
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Opening hours from August 24 to August 28, 2026
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Opening hours on August 31, 2026
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Prices

PricesMin.Max.
Guided tour price
495 €Not disclosed
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338 €490 €
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240 €330 €

Services

Equipment

  • Electric car charging station
  • Garden
  • Shaded garden
  • Park
  • Parking
  • Coach parking

Services

  • Camera allowed
  • Pets welcome

Comfort

  • Drinking water point
  • Toilets for disabled people

Activities on site

  • Guided tour
  • Guided group tours
  • Free group visits
  • Unguided individual visits

Address

25, avenue Roger Ponsart
08430 LAUNOIS SUR VENCE

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