La beer* is the Ardennes drink par excellence since the twelfth century. The monks leave the first written traces inAbbey of Laval-Dieu in Montherme. Although the tradition continued in the Belgian Ardennes, in France the know-how had disappeared by the end of the 2000th century. The art of brewing was reborn in the area in the early XNUMXs.
Today, the Ardennes has a dozen craft breweries and micro-breweries.
Personalized Gates of Luxembourg au Val d'Ardenne, this route takes you on a discovery of the Ardennes landscapes and offers you stopovers for beers.
Beer Route: Stenay
The circuit begins in Stenay with its beer museum which retraces the entire history of brewing arts and traditions, from their origins to the present day.
Beer route: Orval
After Stenay, a visit from Orval imposes itself. Its brewery is located in the abbey where beer has become a true world reference for Trappist beers.
Very popular and authentic with its unique taste based on this yeast, its recipe is kept secret by the monks.
Beer route: Mouzon / Carignan
At the gates of Luxembourg, Carignan, formerly called Yvois. The inhabitants will be delighted to tell you their story in the company of a beer brewed by them.
Consider stopping by the small village of Messincourt near Carignan to discover more flavors thanks to the recently created Les Coulous brewery.
a few kilometers away, Mouzon “Small City of Character” has retained its medieval appearance. Her felt museum de Laine is the city's must-see. It allows you to discover the industrial history of this textile as well as contemporary creations. This museum is located close to the magnificent XNUMXth century abbey.
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Beer Route: Sedan
The city of Sedan allows any visitor to travel through time. Her fortified castle, the largest in Europe can be visited all year round. In May, the medieval festival tells the story of the city in a festive way within this immense historical heritage.
Sedan is the city of Marshal Turenne, born in 1611, who was the best soldier of his time.
Discover the history of Sedan thanks to its heritage but also with the tasting of its beers.
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The Château fort de Sedan, favorite monument of the French 2023
Beer route: Launois-sur-Vence
A bucolic village, Launois-sur-Vence makes visitors dream with its extraordinary walks. You will find a remarkable and unique building, the Relay station, a XNUMXth century historical monument where the exchange of horses between Paris and Sedan took place.
You can also discover the famous Ardennes draft horses, one of the oldest breeds in France safeguarded by the committed association “The Clogs of the Relay”.
While enjoying the green landscapes, do not hesitate to stop to taste the Ardennes craft beers at the Ardwen brewery very close to the Relais de Poste aux Chevals.
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Beer route: Charleville-Mézières
La puppet capital of the world is also known as the city of poetry for the famous poet Arthur Rimbaud who was born there in 1854. This city, an ideal city created by Charles de Gonzague in the XNUMXth century, has been endowed with a great history over time.
Le Ardennes museum is its encyclopedia.
You can also relax on the terraces of the majestic Place Ducale, the heart of the city and enjoy the restaurants, bars and shops. In particular, it hosts the beer festival every year in May where you can discover regional products.
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Beer festival in Charleville-Mézières
Beer route: Monthermé
Between Givet and Charleville-Mézières, Monthermé offers the opportunity to gain height with the Rock at seven o'clock and La Roche with 7 villages. The belvederes provide breathtaking views of the Meuse and Semoy valleys.
Laval-Dieu Abbey was built in the XNUMXth century and renovated several times following multiple fires. Nowadays, it can be visited as well as its gardens.
Close to this beautiful Ardennes heritage, a brasserie pays homage to this abbey.
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Beer Route: Givet
Border town with Belgium, Givet is full of vestiges of the past such as the Charlemont citadel or the 'Mont de Charles', built and fortified under Charles Quint.
This stage is one of “the most beautiful detours in France” thanks to its heritage including the Victoire and Grégoire towers. It is possible to enjoy the landscape and discover unusual places with the Charlemagne cruises which criss-cross the Meuse.
Your journey will end with a final brewing experience in Aubrives, a small village in the Ardennes a few kilometers from Givet and the Belgian border.
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* Alcohol abuse is dangerous for health. To consume with moderation.