Passavant-en-Argonne

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GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION		CLOSEST TOWNS
Town	Passavant-en-Argonne	Éclaires at 3.7 km (4 min)
Insee code	51424	Le Chemin at 3.9 km (4 min)
Postcode	51800	Villers-en-Argonne at 5.3 km (5 min)
Latitude	49.0232760	Brizeaux at 5.5 km (5 min)
Longitude	5.0039720	Beaulieu-en-Argonne at 7.4 km (8 min)
Surface	7.24 km²	Seuil-d'Argonne at 7.5 km (8 min)
Population	211 inhabitants	Triaucourt-en-Argonne at 7.5 km (8 min)
Density	28 inhabitants/km²	Châtrices at 7.5 km (8 min)
Chief town	Châlons-en-Champagne (at 60 km, 48 min)	Les Charmontois at 8.1 km (9 min)
Department	Marne	Foucaucourt-sur-Thabas at 9.3 km (10 min)
Region	Champagne-Ardenne	Search another town

LOCATION

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TOWN PRESENTATION

Passavant-en-Argonne is a picturesque village in the Marne although has a layout style homes Lorraine: houses with wood sides are glued to each other, they have large "usoirs" features and canopies that are named " corbels.

A fortress was established in 1239 by Count Thibaut of Champagne fourth which gave him the name of Free Before referring to his motto: "Get out the best". This fortress was destroyed in 1433.

Sheltered from the winds, the village is ready to fruit growing. In the 19th century, vineyards spread over 80 hectares. It was destroyed like all the surrounding vineyards by phylloxera in the early 20th century.

The wealth of the town had also many industries: tile, brick and tile factories pavement. In 1840, we counted up to 15 workshops. The decline came with the industrial age and was precipitated by the removal of Passavant over railway lines.

Passavant-en-Argonne saw a tragic episode August 25, 1870. The Prussians drew fire continued for about fifty French prisoners.

SIGHTSEEING

To see: pottery craft (production of traditional ceramics), also on site, an educational farm. The old distiller.

Forest walks.

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WEATHER

Wednesday 15 February
Day	Night
Min. 1°C - Max. 8°C

Thursday 16 February
Day	Night
Min. 1°C - Max. 5°C

Friday 17 February
Day	Night
Min. 1°C - Max. 8°C

BEDS & BREAKFASTS

Le four au bois

9.5

Futeau

A Bellefontaine, a hamlet nestled in the heart of the Argonne Forest, Michel CLO welcomes you all year in his old home Argonne typical, fully restored. - The four rooms, one suite...

Located 5.8 km from Passavant-en-Argonne

From 55 € to 65 € the double room

	Chambres d'Hôtes Aux Contasses 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 21 km from Passavant-en-Argonne	55 € the double room

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VACATION RENTALS

	Gîte du Presbytère 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 16.8 km from Passavant-en-Argonne	From 250 € to 370 € per week