Bar-le-Duc

Bar-le-Duc

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GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION CLOSEST TOWNS
TownBar-le-DucSavonnières-devant-Bar at 2.7 km (4 min)
Insee code55029Fains-Véel at 3.8 km (6 min)
Postcode55000Behonne at 3.9 km (8 min)
Latitude48.7736050Combles-en-Barrois at 5.1 km (7 min)
Longitude5.1582380Naives-Rosières at 5.6 km (7 min)
AltitudeFrom 175 to 327 metersLongeville-en-Barrois at 5.6 km (7 min)
Surface23.62 km²Val-d'Ornain at 5.7 km (8 min)
Population16002 inhabitantsResson at 7.4 km (8 min)
Density715 inhabitants/km²Chardogne at 8.4 km (11 min)
National labelsTannois at 8.7 km (9 min)
DepartmentMeuseVavincourt at 8.8 km (11 min)
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 ...

She has a remarkable heritage, particularly through the district of the Upper Town. You can visit many famous monuments such as the college Gilles Trier, Marbeaumont Castle, the Clock Tower, or the church of Saint-Etienne.

Barrois The museum, housed in the castle of the Dukes, has a multitude of pieces regularly restored, animating the cultural space through various exhibitions.

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

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

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

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

Youth barisienne receives a suitable offer in terms of recreation. Thus, community centers and recreation programs they concoct suitable and fun for school holidays unforgettable. During the school, several devices like the recreation center of the federation and the 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

Besides a rich cultural program and extensive throughout the year (shows, concerts, theater, etc. ...), the City has Bar-le-Duc maintain certain events, now became the rendezvous inescapable: the fairgrounds of the Pentecost and All Saints Day, Sunday in the Park (free concerts), Saint-Nicolas, Fair to old papers and Antiques Fair, without forgetting the famous Renaissance Festival!


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
Tuesday 14 February
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Wednesday 15 February
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Thursday 16 February
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Etap Hotel Bar le Duc    
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Bar-le-Duc
This new Etap Hotel welcomes you only three kilometres away from the historic city centre of Bar le Duc. You will enjoy a warm setting as well as spacious and comfortable guest rooms....
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Hôtel Bertrand     
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Set in a charming 19th-century house, this hotel offers a spacious apartment overlooking a flower-filled garden. It is located in the heart of Meuse, a 5-minute walk from Bar-le-Duc...
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The hotel is located in Verdun in a quiet and green setting, a few minutes away from the A4 motorway and the Meuse TGV railway...
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