Revin

Revin

Travel guide and tourist information

Travel guide and tourist information

GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION
Town	Revin
Insee code	08363
Postcode	08500
Latitude	49.9418930
Longitude	4.6371990
Surface	38.41 km²
Population	7404 inhabitants
Density	192 inhabitants/km²
National label			CLOSEST TOWNS
Chief town	Charleville-Mézières (at 24 km, 28 min)		Anchamps at 3 km
Department	Ardennes		Laifour at 5.2 km
Region	Champagne-Ardenne		Search another town

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A 25 km north of Charleville-Mezieres (capital of the Ardennes department), whose slogan boasts Revin his situation "At the heart of the Valley," also occupies a privileged position in the heart of Europe, since 8 km as the crow flies, in Viroinval in Belgium, is the geographical center of Europe of 15. For proof, a circle of 350 km radius, with center Revin, covers major cities of Northern Europe: the closer, Reims, Brussels, Luxembourg, Lille, Liege. Then Paris, Nancy, Aix-la-Chapelle, Antwerp. Finally, Strasbourg and Amsterdam, and beyond London and Frankfurt.

For 150 years, the economic development of Revin is linked to its opening:

On the one hand rail which allowed since 1860, liaison with Paris, and with the Belgian network and Vireux-Molhain Givet, Ardennes while providing a central position on the line Calais-Basel, between the coal basin of the North and the iron mines of Lorraine.

Second line of the Meuse saves the ports of the North Sea to join the Seine basin through the channel of the Ardennes and the Rhine by the canal from the Marne to the Rhine

Gastronomic specialties revinoises: cacasse to the bare bottom, salad with bacon, the sausage meat, white pudding with onion Revin of the game, thrushes, Bayen, cake, sugar pie, Revin the cookie (baked in a mold cast crown that workers made their own foundries revinoises), Mollet cake (baked in a clay mold), the wafers.

• The old Revin.
• The Spanish House - Museum (entrance fee):

• House of the 16th century, listed in the Inventory of Historic Monuments, which houses the museum of local heritage.
• Permanent Exhibitions: Inside revinois the early 20th century and the smelter Revinoise, annual exhibition and temporary.

• The church and convent of the Dominicans:

• 17th century.
• The furniture (pulpit, choir stalls) is listed in the inventory of Historical Monuments.
• The former convent houses the House of Dialogue.

• The pump Lavoye:

• Free access.
• Public Fountain built shortly before 1789.

• The castle of the Swallows (outside):

• 16th century.
• Refuge from 1685 to 1688 of the French Protestants forced to emigrate after the revocation of the Edict of Nantes by Louis XIV.

• The Chapel of Saint Eloi (outside):

• Built in 1930 in the middle of garden cities Faure plants. The frame comes from the old plant the small town.

• The park Rocheteau:

• Free access.
• Municipal Park with trees and flowers, play areas for children, tennis court ... situated on the Meuse.

• The Monument of Manises:

• Free access.
• Tribute to 106 guerrillas of the Maquis Manises, young Ardennes shot by German soldiers June 13, 1944 at a place called the Father of the Oaks.

• Mount and All-In spite of his views:

• Free access.
• At an altitude of 450 meters, Mount offers several points of view, with picnic area: the Faligeotte, the Rock of Minch. The most outstanding is that of Falieri (starting paragliders).

• George Sand The stele:

• Free access.
• Built in honor of the famous writer who lived in Revin. It was inaugurated May 31, 1953.

• The Monument Jean Jaurès:

• Free access.
• Revin was one of the first cities to erect a monument in memory of Jean Jaures, one of the founders of socialism.

• Activities: Hiking - Canoeing - Canobus - Paragliding - Orienteering - Raid nature.

• April: Multimedia Exhibition.
• In May:

• Flower Market, organized by the City. Information +33 3 24 41 55 65.
• Festival of smuggling. Information +33 3 24 40 20 91.

• Early June: Visit the Gardens - Parc Rocheteau - Animations.
• July:

• Rev'In Meuse.
• Flea flea market. Information +33 3 24 40 10 62.

• In October:

• Antiques Garage sale.
• Book Fair. Information +33 3 24 40 19 59.
• Read Day. Information +33 3 24 41 84 32.

• December: Parade and Christmas Market.
• From May to September: Annual exhibition at the Museum of Old Revin said the Spanish House. Information +33 3 24 40 19 59.
• From September to June: Cultural shows at the Espace Jean Vilar. Information +33 3 24 41 55 71.

• Anchamps:

• Site of the legendary Roland Pierre: The Devil wishing to try the courage of the famous nephew of Charlemagne, threw two large rocks in order to force him to retreat before him. The 2 rocks came and stood at the foot Roland, but he did not budge. Footpath 30 minutes.
• Mill of the Pile: Called once the mill of the battery, the tradition wants that the brigands were posting at this point to address the boats ... to steal.
• Old stone quarries: the banks of the Meuse to Laifour. The stones were transported on Margotin, punting.
• Church (1766) (exterior) built in stone Country (rubble).

The Meuse Revin		Spanish House
Church of the Dominicans		Park Rocheteau
Pump Lavoye		Monument Manises
Point de Vue du Mont Malgré-Tout

Thursday 23 May Day Night Min. -2°C - Max. 9°C

Friday 24 May Day Night Min. 1°C - Max. 7°C

Saturday 25 May Day Night Min. 6°C - Max. 7°C

La Bonne Source   9.3 Revin Friendliness and good humor are the hallmarks of La Bonne Source. Bourguignon Corinne welcomes you in a warm and unpretentious in the middle of the Ardennes. The kitchen is open to... Located in Revin 37 € per person

L'Auberge du Laminak   9.4 Montcy-Notre-Dame Located in a lush green Ardennes, Laminak Hostel welcomes you in a countryside setting and relaxed. The chef offers a varied menu evolves with the seasons and the market. Come share... Located 18.5 km from Revin 36 € per person

La Clef des Champs   9.1 Charleville-Mézières Located just steps from the Place Ducale, in the heart of the old town, La Clef des Champs welcomes you in an old 17th century building. The wooden decor, fireplace and tables artwork... Located 19.5 km from Revin 40 € per person

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La Ferme du Pont des Aulnes     9.6 Les Mazures This is Lake Old Forge, in the heart of the Ardennes forest, near Charleville-Mezieres and the entrance to the Valley of the Meuse that we accueillonsavec our small farm animals in... Located 8.5 km from Revin 90 € the double room

Gitedesmesanges     9.3 Haybes Rental of 3 Brand New furnished 2 to 6 people including 2 that are suitable for disabled guests. Everything is provided, sheets, towels. Comfortable, fully equipped kitchen, bathroom,... Located 8.5 km from Revin From 50 € to 60 € the double room

Domaine de la faneraie     9.2 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 25 km from Revin 45 € the double room

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Gite de France 'la Folie' Fumay Holiday Madness: House of 150 m² located in the Meuse valley, away from the city fumay on the grounds of the old slate St. joseph, 150 meters from the amusement park and terr'altitude... Located 6.8 km from Revin From 300 € to 400 € per week

Les Tilleuls à Rimogne dans les Ardennes Rimogne Our home camped in the middle of an enclosed park of one hectare has three comfortable apartments facing south. One apartment has a terrace overlooking the park, offering a beautiful... Located 13.3 km from Revin 280 € per week

Les Gîtes du Vallon 'Les Pommiers'   9 Les Hautes-Rivières Nestled in the heart of the forest, bordered by the meanders of the Meuse and Semois, the hamlet of Linchamps invite you to discover its fortunes. In the natural park of the 'Cross... Located 14.8 km from Revin From 255 € to 285 € per week

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Le François Ier     7.4 Revin Set on the banks of the River Meuse, this hotel offers a terrace and a pétanque area. Traditional dishes using seasonal produce are served in the restaurant and Revin Train Station... Located in Revin Room from 48 €

Les Sabots d'Helene     8.7 Rocroi Located in the walled town of Rocroi, Les Sabots d’Helene offers a bar, restaurant and free Wi-Fi access throughout. The Belgian border is only a 5-minute drive away and Charleville-Mézières... Located 8.6 km from Revin Room from 55 €

Hotel Ermitage du Moulin Labotte      7.5 Haybes This hotel is set in a large garden in the village of Haybes in the Ardenne Forest. It features en suite rooms with free Wi-Fi and a gastronomic restaurant. The rooms at Hotel Ermitage... Located 9 km from Revin Room from 55 €

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