Parfondeval

Parfondeval

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GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION CLOSEST TOWNS
TownParfondevalGrandrieux at 1.7 km (2 min)
Insee code02586Rouvroy-sur-Serre at 3.3 km (4 min)
Postcode02360Archon at 3.5 km (4 min)
Latitude49.7389970Résigny at 4.1 km (6 min)
Longitude4.1591260Mainbresson at 4.4 km (5 min)
AltitudeFrom 159 to 248 metersBrunehamel at 5.3 km (6 min)
Surface10.91 km²Rozoy-sur-Serre at 5.7 km (6 min)
Population163 inhabitantsCuiry-lès-Iviers at 6.5 km (8 min)
Density15 inhabitants/km²Vaux-lès-Rubigny at 6.8 km (8 min)
National labelRaillimont at 7.4 km (8 min)
Chief townLaon (at 43 km)Rubigny at 8.1 km (10 min)
DepartmentAisneMont-Saint-Jean at 8.3 km (9 min)
RegionPicardySearch another town
LOCATION

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TOWN PRESENTATION

Parfondeval village was part of the Manor of Rozoy-Cel. It was a lordship of Coucy-Vervins then the Count of Valen in the 18th century.

Quiet in his campaign, Parfondeval is an agricultural village, and bucolic country setting, surrounded by cows, corn fields, apple orchards and pastures. The beauty and serenity of its heritage charm many a visitor and will give everyone the illusion of being really in the country.

The houses are aligned Parfondeval artistically around the church. You can see all the houses of red brick and slate roofs.


SIGHTSEEING
  • The church of Saint Médard:
  • The fortified church Saint Médard, the 16th century built during the reign of two kings. A remarkable church, architecture second to none.
  • The church is all red brick and has a beautiful white stone portal Renaissance. Above this portal an arch with jaws supports a walkway connecting the two towers. These two towers equipped with deadly defend the entrance and the north-south sides. A kind of walkway a hole was used to pour shots.
  • This set was surrounded by ditches or moats were filled in 1781, the left tower was demolished for the building of the aisles in the same year. The right tower of the heart was shot in 1760 during an overhaul of the church. The tower-tower was once the function of protecting the gate. It is flanked by two towers. If attacked, it was enough to access the porch leading into a nearby house and allowed to take refuge in the church.
  • Above the entrance was a large room of 49 m², where the population had taken refuge. The modern tower is more recent and dates from the 18th century (1760).
  • The Protestant church:
  • It dates from the 19th century and was built in 1858 by Jules Touchart, architect of Laon.
  • History bell: Since May 9, 1928, the evangelical church has a bell Parfondeval serves no purpose. Here's inscription: "To the glory of God and in memory of his beloved sister Mary Barton-Paxton." This bell is made to the church by Katharine Parfondeval Rubert-Paxton. In 1827: Fondue by the son of G. Paccard in Annecy. This event for the Evangelical Temple did not result in any ceremony. The donor came in August 1928 to see if his gift was executed. Mary Paxon, a Canadian nurse and sister of the donor died in France during the war.
  • To see: the museum of old tools presented by its owner.
  • Tea at the farm. Tasting and sale of cider.
  • Walking and biking.
  • Guided tour of Parfondeval.
  • Walking the path of brick and cob (duration 45 minutes).
  • Hike to the bottom of the valley, 13 km, easy.
Detailed information
MonumentsChurch Saint-Médard

EVENTS AND CELEBRATIONS

Flea market on Sunday after August 15, feast of the village on Sunday after St Médard.


ATTRACTIONS, LEISURES AND ACTIVITES AROUND
  • Aubenton Mermoz and his museum.
  • The abbey of Saint-Michel.
  • Liesse Notre Dame.
  • Laon.
  • Vervins.
  • Jeantes and its fortified church.
PHOTOS
The Church
 
The Pool
The Mill
 
The Temple
Square
 
Church interior
Interior of the church altar
 
Square Socket
Homes
 
Laundry Built in 1831
Home
 
Saint Medard
's Laundry Path Cailleux
 
Temple
Lime Freedom 1848
  
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WEATHER
Tuesday 14 February
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Night
Min. -2°C - Max. 6°C
Wednesday 15 February
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Min. 1°C - Max. 5°C
Thursday 16 February
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Min. -1°C - Max. 7°C
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Clos du Montvinage
Étréaupont
House of 1850 bricks and white stones pastel shades chef's kitchen boss Dominique home his wife Marie Lise specialties sweetbreads fish and clafoutis to maroilles...
Located 26 km from ParfondevalFrom 15 € to 40 € per person 

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BEDS & BREAKFASTS 
Domaine de la faneraie    
9
Aubigny-les-Pothées
5 guest possibility 14 people, breakfast, pets acceptés. Etape rocroi between ideal and Signy Abbey on the new road to St Jacques de Compostela.
Located 17.6 km from Parfondeval45 € the double room 
L'hirondelle  
Puiseux
A guest room in modern house in enclosed grounds of 2800 m² (swing). Ground floor: living / dining room (fireplace), kitchen, workshop and gallery paintings. Floor: 1 C. Family (1 bed...
Located 30 km from Parfondeval50 € the double room 
Le Grand Logis  
Marchais
Nestled in a peaceful wooded countryside, and the heart of the marshes, to house the 4 guest rooms of the large house decorated with an undeniable taste and respect for authentic style....
Located 30 km from ParfondevalFrom 80 € to 95 € the double room 

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VACATION RENTALS 
Grandrieux -demeures en Thiérache
Grandrieux
Wooden house furnished with original. Capacity 2 / 3 people located near an axis of hiking the Val de Serre very close to the Ardennes - forest nearby.
Located 1.8 km from ParfondevalFrom 270 € to 336 € per week 
Parfondeval demeures en Thiérache
Parfondeval
A renovated former rectory with great comfort, located Parfondeval, being part of the most beautiful villages in France. One of the upstairs bedrooms is located in the porch of the...
Located in ParfondevalFrom 365 € to 485 € per week 
Besmont demeure en thierache la prunelee
Besmont
In the village of Thiérache Besmont, a house of character with comfortable fenced.
Located 2.9 km from ParfondevalFrom 372 € to 450 € per week 

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CAMPSITES 
Camping du pavillon   
9.5
La Neuville-aux-Joûtes
Natural area on the edge of a pine forest, far from the road in a haven of greenery. Its specificity: the quiet space (large slots) Suitable for people 2nd, 3rd age. Recommended by...
Located 21 km from Parfondeval11 € per day 

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HOTELS
Château de Clermont    
9.3
Clermont-les-Fermes
Located in a 1.5-hectare park in the village of Clermont-les-Fermes, this B&B is set in an 18th-century building. It features a heated indoor pool, a games room and provides free Wi-Fi...
Located 17.9 km from ParfondevalRoom from 80 €
Auberge De L'abbaye     
8.2
Signy-l'Abbaye
Auberge de L'Abbaye is situated in the valley in the Ardennes Region. This former monastic site offers individually decorated rooms are en suite with free Wi-Fi internet access. This...
Located 19.2 km from ParfondevalRoom from 59 €
L'Hirondelle    
8.6
Girondelle
Set in the small village of Hirondelle, in the Thiérache Ardennaise valley, this guest house was built in a typical Ardennes-region-style. It has a garden with an outdoor terrace. The...
Located 19.9 km from ParfondevalRoom from 45 €

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