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Charleville-Mézières walks
The banks of the Meuse between Mézières and Warcq
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4.50 mi
+26 ft
-26 ft
2h 05
Easy
Departure from Charleville-Mézières (Ardennes)
A short walk off the beaten track along the banks of the Meuse, between Mézières and Warcq. Suitable for walking or mountain biking. Easy to follow and no significant elevation gain. A short section through the town of Warcq to cross the Meuse and the Sormonne, but most of the route is in the countryside.
Saint-Hilaire de Warcq Chapel, starting from Mézières
7.07 mi
+39 ft
-39 ft
3h 15
Moderate
Departure from Charleville-Mézières (Ardennes)
From Mézières to the Saint-Hilaire Chapel in Warcq via the Moulin de Prix and the Étang de la Warenne.
In front of the chapel, on the Saint-Hilaire plain, stood the Roman ford on the Reims–Cologne road via Warcq. (in *Terres Ardennaises*, 04/2020) This 11.5 km circular route, which is easy to follow and navigate, takes in the Moulin de Prix-les-Mézières, the Water Tower in Warcq and the Étang de la Warenne.
Between the town centre and the banks of the Meuse in Charleville-Mézières
6.04 mi
+52 ft
-52 ft
2h 50
Easy
Departure from Charleville-Mézières (Ardennes)
This is a circular route that can be started from various points (e.g. the Mont Olympe plain). It can be walked by any means (the paths are mostly closed to cars) and in all weathers as the route is tarmacked. It is suitable for children (minimal elevation gain) and offers picnic areas at several points. It is easy to follow.
In the footsteps of Arthur Rimbaud in Charleville-Mézières
3.22 mi
+26 ft
-30 ft
1h 30
Easy
Departure from Charleville-Mézières (Ardennes)
Follow in the footsteps of Arthur Rimbaud, the famous poet from Charleroi. Discover the places that inspired him, and let yourself be carried away by poetry.
Charleville and Mézières: two histories for one town
4.84 mi
+33 ft
-36 ft
2h 15
Easy
Departure from Charleville-Mézières (Ardennes)
Charleville and Mézières have had two very different histories. One was built on the orders of an Italian nobleman, Charles de Gonzague, whilst the other came into being thanks to the work of its craftsmen and the determination of its merchants.
From the Maison des Ailleurs to the Château des Fées in Charleville-Mézières
6.22 mi
+374 ft
-348 ft
3h 10
Moderate
Departure from Charleville-Mézières (Ardennes)
Circular around a bend in the Meuse downstream from Charleville. The start is not far from Place Ducale. Parking is available at the campsite near the footbridge or near Avenue Gustave Gailly. There are some hills and a few high-speed roads to cross.
Circular route around the island of Montcy-Saint-Pierre
2.77 mi
+43 ft
-43 ft
1h 20
Easy
Departure from Charleville-Mézières (Ardennes)
Tour of Montcy-Saint-Pierre Island, along the right bank of the Meuse and the Montcy Canal cutting across the meander. A very easy route combining town and countryside, suitable for all ages. Both seasoned athletes and walkers seeking a change of scenery will find something to suit them. Numerous spots for observing the wildlife inhabiting the Meuse and several viewpoints overlooking Charleville-Mézières and the surrounding area.
Around Montcy-Notre-Dame
5.00 mi
+305 ft
-295 ft
2h 35
Easy
Departure from Montcy-Notre-Dame (Ardennes)
Hiking between the river and the forest. Observe the beaver lodges on the two islands of Montcy, on the Meuse, and their tracks along the river. Opportunity to visit the linen museum. In the past, many houses had a wash house and the inhabitants washed the laundry of the bourgeoisie of Charleville. Montcy-Notre-Dame was nicknamed Montcy-les-Linges.
Woodland and the hills of the Forest from Montcy-Notre-Dame
3.65 mi
+187 ft
-190 ft
1h 50
Easy
Departure from Montcy-Notre-Dame (Ardennes)
A pleasant circular route starting from the car park in front of the church at Montcy-Notre-Dame. The route climbs gradually up to the higher parts of the village, offering a lovely mix of open stretches and shaded sections through the woodland in the Forest area – ideal for a cool outing on hot days.
A circular route along the River Sormonne and the Warcq footpaths
3.09 mi
+148 ft
-148 ft
1h 35
Easy
Departure from Warcq (Ardennes)
A very easy walk on perfectly flat terrain, ideal for Nordic walking or a walk in the fresh air on the outskirts of Charleville-Mézières. A pleasant route accessible to all, following well-maintained paths through meadows and along the banks of the River Sormonne.
The terrain is ideal for maintaining a steady walking pace without any obstacles. Simple trainers or lightweight walking shoes are perfectly suitable.
In the Bois de la Havetière
5.74 mi
+620 ft
-604 ft
3h 10
Moderate
Departure from Charleville-Mézières (Ardennes)
Short hike in the forest near Charleville.
A stone’s throw from Charleville-Mézières
6.36 mi
+833 ft
-850 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Charleville-Mézières (Ardennes)
A forest route along varied paths just a stone’s throw from the town.
Balcons de Meuse 2 – Le Theux via the Chemin des Carrières
3.94 mi
+190 ft
-190 ft
2h 00
Easy
Departure from Saint-Laurent (Ardennes)
This walk allows you to explore the quarries of Romery, the Theux district in Charleville-Mézières and part of the future Voie Verte, a development programme for the banks of the Meuse. It can be combined with the previous walk starting from Ville-sur-Lumes.
Saint-Marceau and the banks of the Vence
4.78 mi
+174 ft
-200 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from La Francheville (Ardennes)
A short hike that starts in the woods of La Francheville, continues to Saint-Marceau and ends along the banks of the Vence river, passing some industrial wasteland and the remains of water mills.
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