Bligny

Bligny

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GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION CLOSEST TOWNS
TownBlignyUrville at 3.9 km (5 min)
Insee code10048Meurville at 4.6 km (5 min)
Postcode10200Bergères at 5.5 km (6 min)
Latitude48.1713040Couvignon at 5.8 km (6 min)
Longitude4.6170510Vitry-le-Croisé at 6.3 km (6 min)
Surface22.74 km²Montmartin-le-Haut at 6.7 km (7 min)
Population207 inhabitantsChampignol-lez-Mondeville at 6.9 km (8 min)
Density9 inhabitants/km²Spoy at 7.4 km (8 min)
Chief townTroyes (at 52 km, 47 min)Longpré-le-Sec at 8.5 km (9 min)
DepartmentAubeÉguilly-sous-Bois at 8.8 km (9 min)
RegionChampagne-ArdenneSearch another town
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TOWN PRESENTATION

Town located southeast of the Aube, on the borders of the Haute-Marne, in the heart of the Côte des Bar, the main wine region of the Dawn. It produces the famous "nectar", "Champagne".

In the valley of Landion that feeds the pond Patis, Bligny with nearby forest and that of Clairvaux Bossican paradise for hunters and researchers mushrooms. Burgundy is not far away. Currently there are 2000 ha of forest and 100 hectares of vines in name.

Field that belonged to the Marquis of Dinteville, Bligny through his niece to the Marquis de Dampierre, whose son became famous at the Battle of Châtillon, Bagneux. Then Baron Cachard acquired in early 1900 and transformed it into one of the first vineyards in the Aube. This area disappears and 39/45 in the war that will be reconstructed in 1950 by various owners. Currently 8 Champagne producers share it.

The parents of the Marquise de Dampierre founded the "Glass" (from 1770 to 1870) will disappear to become "the Cristalleries Royales de Champagne" based in Bayel. Domaine de la Verrerie is currently occupied by a grower-handlers.


SIGHTSEEING

The Linden St. Eulalia, on the hill of the same name, shaded a chapel whose remains were discovered during work wine. According to legend, an underground passage to reach the Abbey of Clairvaux distance of several kilometers. Many people have tried to find but in vain. Following this discovery, excavations were held and allowed to update a Merovingian cemetery. A sarcophagus was not desecrated updated. The stone is in the church of Bligny and housing the Museum of Châtillon-sur-Seine.

The castle, fully restored by the Family Rapeneau, produces Champagne "Bligny Castle", one of only two names "Castle" in Champagne. It can be visited and its park.

The church of St Symphorien, with its trompe l'oeil can be found on demand.

The town has five caves "Champagne" two of which are labeled.


EVENTS AND CELEBRATIONS

The festival takes place the last weekend of August.

The Route du Champagne en Fête allows visitors to discover all the caves open every year, by region, so turning. In 2012, Bligny comes alive its finery to welcome visitors. Four caves are open to the village.


ATTRACTIONS, LEISURES AND ACTIVITES AROUND

Beautiful walks by GR 24, of Bar-sur-Aube Bar-sur-Seine, as well as Bligny at Bar-sur-Aube Spoy and the old Roman road.

Champagne tourist route: from the Saulcy Riceys.

Nigloland, amusement park for the family.

The great lakes of the forest of East, Amance, Dienville: boating, fishing and recreation.

Abbey of Clairvaux.

Bar-sur-Aube and Bar-sur-Seine.

The Royales de Champagne Cristalleries Bayel.

Essoyes village of Renoir.

Brienne-le-Château: Napoleon school and museum.

Colombey-les-Deux-Eglises: the Cross of Lorraine, Boisserie, the Memorial Charles de Gaulle.

Troyes medieval town with a rich heritage unavoidable, factory outlets.

Chaumont viaduct.

Langres: Vauban city.

Cirey-sur-Blaise Castle dear Voltaire.

PHOTOS
The village saw Vineyard
 
Champagne appellation City
Castle Bligny
 
The Pond Pâtis
The swans on the pond Pâtis
 
Vineyards
Field of rape in spring
  
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WEATHER
Monday 13 February
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Min. -2°C - Max. 2°C
Tuesday 14 February
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Wednesday 15 February
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RESTAURANTS 
Restaurant des canotiers  SPECIAL OFFER
Essoyes
Restaurant with panoramic views of the village the painter Pierre Auguste Renoir, the heart of the Champagne vineyards.
Located 13.2 km from BlignyFrom 15 € to 45 € per person 
La Table du Colombier - Château de Courban
Courban
Passion for cooking has always been the leader Ismael Ylmaz followed a career in charge of beautiful houses:   - • Marc Meneau Saint Père en Vezelay 89.  Three Michelin stars.   - •...
Located 30 km from BlignyFrom 45 € to 95 € per person 

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BEDS & BREAKFASTS 
Au val d'argivaux    
9.6
Bayel
In the heart of the Côte des Bar, on the tourist route of Champagne, Bayel, Crystal City, these B & B will seduce you with their comfort amid a landscaped garden and flowers. 'A large...
Located 12.1 km from BlignyFrom 62 € to 75 € the double room 
La combernee    
8.9
Viviers-sur-Artaut
Champagne house in the heart of a typical village of Champagne, you will discover our vineyard, the site of renoir, lakes and many walks.
Located 12.6 km from BlignyFrom 50 € to 55 € the double room 
Domaine de la charmette    
9.4
Essoyes
Located on the road of champagne, the Domaine de la Charmette welcomes you in a tree. Enjoy a panoramic view over the village of Essoyes, vineyards, forests. Renoir inspired by the...
Located 13.5 km from Bligny63 € the double room 

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VACATION RENTALS 
La Miellerie  
8
  SPECIAL OFFER
Bligny
Detached house on enclosed land located in the heart of the vineyard.
Located in BlignyFrom 204 € to 351 € per week 
Le Relais des Verriers
Bligny
Cottage with 2 separate accommodations, located on the Route Touristique du Champagne, wine in the village at the foot of the Château de Bligny. Hilly region with hills covered with...
Located in BlignyFrom 204 € to 351 € per week 
La Centième  
9.4
Bligny
House of character completely independent stone jointed,. Beamed ceilings and old bread oven. Located in the heart of a village of winemakers in the Côte des Bars in the Champagne tourist...
Located in BlignyFrom 220 € to 405 € per week 

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HOTELS
Les Roulottes et Cabanes de la Champagne 
Bar-sur-Aube
These wooden caravans are situated amongst 2.7 hectares of garden and just 1 km from Bar-sur-Aube. Les Roulottes et Cabanes de la Champagne also has a sauna, a hammam and a heated,...
Located 9.4 km from BlignyRoom from 85 €
Logis Le Saint Nicolas     
7.1
Bar-sur-Aube
Set in Bar sur Aube, in the middle of a vineyard, this charming hotel offers spacious rooms with many modern comforts in a very beautiful stone and half-timbering building adorned with...
Located 9.8 km from BlignyRoom from 68 €
Chateaux & Hotels de France Le Moulin Du Landion     
8.4
Dolancourt
Stylish 16th century water mill, Le Moulin Du Landion combines the charm of the old days (timbered façade, sluicing, paddle wheel) with modern comfort. The hotel awaits you for business...
Located 10.6 km from BlignyRoom from 65 €

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The Relais Saint Jean is a 4-star hotel located in the centre of Troyes, in the Champagne-Ardenne region. Guests have free...
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