Charleville-Mézières and Sedan! Two Ardennes towns that for many years have been set apart are actually little-known twin gems, bathed by the waters of the River Meuse, a veritable umbilical cord that links them to northern Europe. Both can boast an exceptional built heritage: the Château de Sedan, the largest fortified château in Europe, the ducal square in Charleville – a masterpiece of balance that has the air of a little Place des Vosges, but also the Rimbaud Museum, honouring the area’s prodigious son…This heritage is also alive! Proof of this is the exceptional and resolutely contemporary World Festival of Puppet Theatres, which gathers together up to 150,000 enthusiasts every two years. An absolute must to visit!
The Château de Sedan
Did you know that this castle, built after 1424, is the largest fortified château in Europe?
A trip along the River Meuse
A green oasis, the Greenway Trail is just one of the routes that follow the meanders of the River Meuse, the common thread that runs through the Ardenne. It’s wonderful to head along there on foot, by bike or on rollerblades...
The Cabaret Vert Festival
This festival enchants visitors with its eclectic music and refined ambiance. Did you know that the festival takes its name from one of the most illustrious poems of Arthur Rimbaud?
Urban Art in Charleville-Mézières
For several years now, street art murals showcasing the words of Arthur Rimbaud have appeared across the walls of Charleville-Mézières. This artistic approach allows you to explore the town in a different way whilst still being immersed in the works of its favourite son.
Daily shows at the Château de Sedan
Equestrian performances, swordfights, quirky characters and a touch of humour bring to life a show that takes place every day at the fortified château in Sedan.
For more information: - Office de Tourisme Charleville/Sedan en Ardenne
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