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The Castles and Vineyards Tour


A road cycling route starting from Sainte-Menehould

Experience the beauty of Champagne-Ardenne's castles and vineyards.

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The Castles and Vineyards Tour offers a road cycling route through the picturesque countryside of Champagne-Ardenne. Explore charming villages, rolling vineyards, and majestic castles while enjoying a 90-kilometer ride with 548 meters of ascent. This route is suitable for road bikes and provides a great mix of cultural and natural highlights.

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90 km
548 m
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Route profile

Highlights on the route

Start: Sainte-Menehould City center
Sainte-Menehould: Cycling through scenic Champagne-Ardenne
Sainte-Menehould is a historic town in the Champagne-Ardenne region of France. From a cyclist's perspective, it offers a mix of countryside landscapes and quaint villages to explore. The area features relatively flat terrain, making it suitable for leisurely rides. While there may not be any famous cycling-related spots or well-known climbs nearby, Sainte-Menehould provides a pleasant atmosphere for road and gravel cyclists to enjoy.
Dampierre-le-ChâteauVillage
Stop in Dampierre-le-Château and visit its stunning castle, dating back to the 12th century.
Saint-Jean-sur-MoivreVillage
Take a break in Saint-Jean-sur-Moivre and enjoy the charming atmosphere of this traditional village.
CourtisolsVillage
Pass through Courtisols and admire the beautiful vineyards of this renowned wine-growing area.
La Croix-en-ChampagneVillage
Visit La Croix-en-Champagne and discover its historic church and charming streets.
CourtémontHamlet
Make a stop in Courtémont and enjoy the peaceful countryside scenery.
ChaudefontaineVillage
Pass through Chaudefontaine and marvel at the picturesque views of the surrounding vineyards.
Finish: Sainte-Menehould City center
Sainte-Menehould: Cycling through scenic Champagne-Ardenne

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