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Explore the Ardennes: a land of history and nature

Tourism in the Ardennes takes the form of an immersion between nature and memory. This green territory, crossed by the Meuse and covered by deep forests, combines authenticity and diversity. When you stay at one of the campsites run by the Fédération régionale de l’hôtellerie de plein air du Grand-Est in the Ardennes, you’ll enjoy a preserved environment, a rich heritage and a warm welcome.

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Sedan Castle

Must-sees in the Ardennes

The Ardennes are full of sites to discover. The fortified castle of Sedan, the largest in Europe, recounts centuries of military history. In Charleville-Mézières, a Town of Art and History, the Place Ducale rivals Paris’s Place des Vosges in elegance. Following the meandering Meuse valley, you’ll come across hanging villages, remarkable viewpoints and small river ports, all of which add to the charm of tourism in the Ardennes.

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Discover the Ardennes and their historical and natural heritage

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the ardennes tour and tourist site

The Ardennes region stands out for the strength of its nature and the richness of its historical heritage. Between fortifications, majestic forests and legendary roads, tourism in the Ardennes blends memory and escape. You’ll drive through landscapes shaped by rivers and battles, past villages steeped in history and admire breathtaking panoramas of the Meuse valley, symbol of a region deeply marked by its past.

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The best things to do in the Ardennes

A nature destination par excellence, the Ardennes offer an infinite variety of activities. Cycle along the Meuse on the Trans-Ardennes greenway, climb trees on an accrobranche, or enjoy a summer swim in one of the lakes. FRHPA campsites in the Ardennes are often located close to hiking and cycling routes. Tourism in the Ardennes also revolves around major cultural events such as the World Festival of Puppet Theaters in Charleville-Mézières and the Cabaret Vert, which attract thousands of visitors every year.

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Discover Ardennes gastronomy and craftsmanship

Ardennes gastronomy celebrates the flavors of the land, with smoked charcuterie, dry-cured ham, the famous Rethel boudin blanc, game dishes and traditional pastries such as gâteau mollet and galette à suc. Tourism in the Ardennes also includes encounters with local craftsmen and women: wrought-iron makers, basket makers, potters and organic producers, who perpetuate age-old skills. You’ll visit workshops, taste farm produce and take home authentic specialties that reflect the generosity of the Ardennes.

Must-visit campsites in the Ardennes

Discover the other departments of the Grand-Est region

The 22 FRHPA campsites in the Ardennes, set in the heart of a bountiful natural environment, will inspire you to discover the other départements of the Grand Est region. Explore the Marne and its Champagne vineyards, the Moselle and its fortified towns, the Vosges and its lakes, the Meuse and its places of remembrance, or the Haut-Rhin and Bas-Rhin, in Alsace, and their colorful villages. Each region has its own unique identity, and will complete your discovery of the Grand-Est in its own way!

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