Churches from Down the Ages A number of tourist itineraries have been formulated to highlight the religious heritage of the region. The Route of Half-Timbered Churches and Sixteenth Century Stained Glass Windows is unique to Champagne-Ardenne.One of the most unique aspects of France’s heritage can be found nestling amidst the large lakes of the Orient forest. Enjoy a trip around the timber-framed church circuit, a unique architectural treasure dating back to between the 15th and 18th century. These timber-framed churches are intimate, light, endearing and majestic, and will overwhelm you with their original beauty and the way they are perfectly integrated into the region’s traditional architecture. www.aube-champagne.co.uk The Route of Thiérache Fortifed Churches includes fifteen of the finest fortified religious buildings in the region. www.ardennes.fr The Route of Romanesque Churches in the Ardre Valley takes in thirty-three beautiful examples of Romanesque Churches in the Natural Regional Park of Montagne de Reims. www.parc-montagnedereims.fr The Maginot Line fortifications in La-Ferté show the sacrifice made by 107 French soldiers during the Second World War. www.ardennes.fr The Fort de la Pompelle houses a collection of Imperial German Army helmets. It is situated near to Reims. www.reims-tourisme.com The Museum of the Surrender tells the story of the German army’s surrender on 7th May 1940. www.reims-tourisme.com Colombey-Les-Deux-Eglises was where General de Gaulle used to go in search of respite from the stresses of office. He is also where he is buried. www.tourisme-hautemarne.com
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