Bar-le-Duc

Bar-le-Duc

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GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION 
TownBar-le-Duc
Insee code55029
Postcode55000
Latitude48.7736050
Longitude5.1582380
AltitudeFrom 175 to 327 meters
Surface23.62 km²
Population16830 inhabitants
Density712 inhabitants/km²CLOSEST TOWNS
National labelsSavonnières-devant-Bar at 2.4 km
DepartmentMeuseBehonne at 2.8 km
RegionLorraineSearch another town
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TOWN PRESENTATION

Between the Kingdom of France and the Holy Roman Empire was long Bar-le-Duc capital of an independent state: the Duchy of Barrois.

City capital of the department of Meuse, coupled with Griesheim and Gyönk, Bar-le-Duc is located in lush greenery and 200 km from Paris. It is surrounded by forests, crossed by the river Ornain and served by the TGV East European and Canal Marne au Rhin.

Bar-le-Duc is the "Capital of the currant. The seeded red currant jam to the quill pen, a tradition unique in the world since 1344, is nicknamed the? Caviar bar.


SIGHTSEEING

Since 2003, Bar-le-Duc joined the National Network of Cities and Countries of Art and History, known for its archaeological remains and the beauty of its architecture dating from the Renaissance ...

It has a remarkable heritage, particularly through the neighborhood of the Upper Town. You will find many famous monuments such as the college Gilles de Treves, Marbeaumont Castle, the Clock Tower, or the Church of Saint-Etienne.

The museum barrois, housed in the castle of the Dukes, has a multitude of parts regularly restored, enlivening the cultural space through various exhibitions.

Many associations for sporting, recreational or cultural considerably enliven the local life.

Parks of the City Hall and Marbeaumont are also the charm of the City of the Dukes ...

Bar-le-Duc offers many tourist activities such as Renaissance Strolls, allowing each summer to discover the Upper Town in all its glory, through night visits by strange animated characters ...

The area of ​​Upper Juror also promises fabulous forest walks, and over a fitness trail. Meanwhile, the Tourist Office and Heritage Service of the City offer throughout the year for guided tours on themes rich and varied (the remarkable parks and gardens, bridges Bar-le-Duc, historical monuments, etc. .. .).

Youth barisienne has a suitable offer in terms of leisure. Thus, community centers and recreational programs tailored their concoct and fun for school holidays unforgettable. During the school, several devices like the recreation center of the Federation and sports schools allow them to flourish in various activities outside of school ...

Detailed information
TransportTrain station of Bar-le-Duc
Information pointsTourist Office of Bar-le-Duc
Leisure centresMuseum Barrois
MonumentsCastle of Marbeaumont,   Castle of the Ducs de Bar,   Church Notre-Dame,   Church Saint-Étienne
Performance hallsMunicipal Theatre of Bar-le-Duc

EVENTS AND CELEBRATIONS

Bar-le-Duc City is fortunate to have a National Theatre to the delight of users of its municipal theater.

In addition to quality cultural facilities, the city can boast of a rich associational life with entertainment throughout the year.

Every summer, on Sundays Park offer free concerts of contemporary music who know a true popular success.

In May, the association Be Real offers a festival of new music of high quality in which artists produce national and international reputations.

Finally, how can we not talk RenaissanceS festival held every first weekend of July? Considered one of the 8 largest art festivals in the Rue de France, this national event annually attracts over 45,000 spectators! An unmissable event!


ATTRACTIONS, LEISURES AND ACTIVITES AROUND

The host country of valleys Ornain and Saulx offers hiking tours of varying lengths, which can be carried by hikers, equestrian and mountain-bikers. The Belvedere Tannois, the Beautiful Fountain, the High-Juror, Lizaumont, Three Wood, etc. ... So many routes to discover the discreet charms of valleys Ornain and Saulx.

PHOTOS
La Cité des Ducs in all its splendor ...
 
The seeding of currants to the goose: a tradition!
The Town Hall
 
Along Ornain ...
Castle Marbeaumont (Media Jean Jeukens)
 
The Castle of the Dukes (Museum barrois)
The Clock Tower in Upper Town
 
Reggio Place Ville-Basse (Prefecture)
-High City and its facades: a remarkable legacy!
 
Park the Hotel de Ville
The bridges Bar-le-Duc ...
 
The arrival of St. Nicolas, a magical moment ...
The Festival Renaissance expatriation guaranteed!
  
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WEATHER
Saturday 25 May
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Min. 1°C - Max. 12°C
Sunday 26 May
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Monday 27 May
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BEDS & BREAKFASTS 
Chambres d'hotes du barrois    
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Bar-le-Duc
Marie-Cecile welcomes you home, in Lorraine, at Bar-le-Duc in southern Meusien or two charming comfortable rooms available to you. Close to downtown and shopping district with restaurants,...
Located in Bar-le-Duc45 € the double room 
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Les Hauts-de-Chée
In a small village, between Verdun and Bar le Duc, we welcome you in a traditional farmhouse renovated in ecological materials. Discover the charm and warmth of wood, stone and terracotta....
Located 13 km from Bar-le-Duc56 € the double room 
Le Vieux Logis    
8.7
Ligny-en-Barrois
At the heart of the historic town of Ligny en Barrois in the Meuse department, Emilie and Sylvain welcome you to their former mansion of the eighteenth century, recently renovated environmentally....
Located 15.5 km from Bar-le-DucFrom 80 € to 85 € the double room 

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VACATION RENTALS 
Gîte du Presbytère  
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Beausite
This house of character, a former Lorraine house all newly renovated, located at the edge of the village opens its windows on the forest. Its quiet environment and comfort to help you...
Located 23 km from Bar-le-DucFrom 250 € to 370 € per week 

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HOTELS
ibis budget Bar le Duc     
6.9
Bar-le-Duc
The ibis budget Bar le Duc welcomes you only 3 kilometres from the historic city centre of Bar le Duc. The rooms at ibis budget Bar le Duc have air-conditioning and a flat-screen TV....
Located in Bar-le-DucRoom from 45 €
Hôtel Bertrand     
7.7
Bar-le-Duc
We look forward to welcoming guests to our attractive hotel, set in the heart of Lorraine. With a relaxed and inviting atmosphere, the Hôtel Bertrand is a comfortable holiday retreat...
Located in Bar-le-DucRoom from 49 €
Hotel-Restaurant La Source     
8.3
Trémont-sur-Saulx
Situated in the Lorraine region, this charming hotel features a restaurant serving local cuisine and a bar. There is also a sauna and guests can play table tennis. Guest rooms at Hotel-Restaurant...
Located 8.6 km from Bar-le-DucRoom from 72 €

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