Rozoy-sur-Serre

Rozoy-sur-Serre

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• Rozoy-sur-Serre, a town steeped in history:

• The village has existed since ancient times. The Roman road linking to Mezieres Laon passing by Rozoy and legend has it that one has found a treasure (coins, statuettes ...) from this period in a place called "the land with money" (near the current cemetery ).
• In 486, Clovis puts an end to the Roman beating Syagrius at Soissons. Christianity is growing in the land. It remains, road-les-Rozoy Chery, a place known from this period: "The Tapes", or rather "the Heriban", which was where the Franks met in conflict.
• In 877, the history of Rozoy (Rosetus) is accurate, Charles the Bald makes a donation to the Abbey St. Corneille at Compiegne to which he attributes the tithe levied on the land.
• The village is then on the right bank of the Serre, but to protect themselves from invasions Norman, an original wooden castle was built on a high point, on the other side of the river. The motte was quickly replaced by a stone building. Farmers to benefit from its protection, then migrate to the left bank. Some houses, however, remain on the right bank and constitute the hamlet of Wichery.
• Castle Rozoy among the first buildings in Thiérache alongside those of Guise or Marle. It remains today a part of the castle as a brick wall and you can see a tower and the wall on either side to side over a distance large enough. This speaker, after the medieval period, is exactly in the original location.
• In 1018, Hildegaud, powerful lord "in Rozoy Thiérache" founded a college of canons in the precincts of the castle. He built a church that "it is consecrated by the Bishop of Laon, under the invocation of Saint Laurent. The current street, which leads to the Collegiate Church Street is still called the Chapter.
• Lords of Rozoy, pious knights, participate in the Crusades. Roger first to leave life with Godfrey of Bouillon, in 1099.
• 160 years later, Roger third perished in the battle of Mansoura, Egypt. Battle in which St. Louis was taken prisoner. Roger Rozoy the third is quoted by the chronicler of the time among the most illustrious of those who fell in battle after many brilliant exploits.
• In the 15th century, Charles, Count of Nevers and Rethel obtained the lordship of the king in Rozoy Thiérache. 30 canons, eight chaplains, four clerks and two vicars of the court, deacons and sub deacons attend chapter and then the Mass every day in the church of Saint Laurent.
• In 1659, Cardinal, Minister and Duke of Mazarin, bought land and Rozoy Rethel, the Duchy-Peerage makes it the benefit of Duke Charles of Meilleraie who married Hortense, one of his four nieces.
• There are still, in college, a tombstone of black marble with the inscription: "Here lieth Dame Hortense Mancini, Duchess of Mazarin, Countess of Rozoy, who died in 1699, aged fifty-three years. Pray to God for his soul ".
• With the French Revolution, the old regime disappears. François-Louis Prudhomme, Rozoy citizen, was elected Member of the Legislative Assembly. At the same time, the chapter is dissolved after 722 years of existence. The canons were deported or recluse. The Lordship of Rozoy is sold to a commoner named Goulet by "very high, very powerful and illustrious prince Anne - Charles - Maurice Grimaldi, Hereditary Prince of Monaco." The keep, the last witness of the order seigneurial, was killed. A new order is established.
• The college, meanwhile, remains erect, proud and beautiful, overlooking the village, witness of the times, soon witnessed 1000 years of history Rostand. In recent years the college will celebrate its 1000 years.

• Collegiate St. Lawrence: In 1017, Hildegaud, powerful lord "in Rozoy Thiérache" founded a college of canons and a chapter in the precincts of the castle. He built a church that is consecrated by the Bishop of Laon in the invocation of St. Lawrence. The college overlooks the town of Rozoy-sur-Serre. Founded in 1018 and is now enhanced by a local association "Friends of Rozoy and his collegial" wishing to promote the neighborhood of the Chapter. This association organizes guided tours, lectures and performances in order to revive these places ...
• Val de Serre: Former railway rehabilitated in hiking trail of 16 km. Two health course: one Rozoy-sur-Serre of 9 tackles and a 1 in Montcornet of 13 tackles. Circuit nature of the "railway to the green path".
• Route laundries: Route Planner borrowing country roads to explore viewpoints on the grove and fortified churches.

• Market: Every Wednesday morning, instead of Europe.
• Frequently: Easter Monday.
• Music Week: various concerts held the week before Pentecost.
• Feast Day: the weekend following August 15.
• Feast of the hamlet Apremont: the last weekend of August.

• Parfondeval: one of the most beautiful villages in France (Saint Medard fortified church, Protestant church, cider, workshop producing wooden toys and games, washing ...).
• Fortified Churches: Parfondeval, Chaourse, Vigneux-Hocquet, Montcornet Noircourt, Grandrieux, Renneval, Archon Cuiry les Iviers, Dohis, Morgny en Thiérache Montlouis.
• Feast of the Val de Serre to Grandrieux: race walking, exhibitions and various activities on the Sunday following July 14.

Collegiate church of Saint-Laurent		Notre Dame
Entrance to the chapel		Left side of collegiate
Entrance to the college		Organ
Altar of the college		City Hall
Former factory Digue

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Thursday 16 February Day Night Min. 1°C - Max. 7°C

Friday 17 February Day Night Min. 1°C - Max. 7°C

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 27 km from Rozoy-sur-Serre From 15 € to 40 € per person

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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 21 km from Rozoy-sur-Serre 45 € 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 26 km from Rozoy-sur-Serre From 80 € to 95 € the double room

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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 4.6 km from Rozoy-sur-Serre From 270 € to 336 € per week

Besmont demeure en thierache la prunelee Besmont In the village of Thiérache Besmont, a house of character with comfortable fenced. Located 6.1 km from Rozoy-sur-Serre From 372 € to 450 € 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 6.1 km from Rozoy-sur-Serre From 365 € to 485 € per week

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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 25 km from Rozoy-sur-Serre 11 € per day

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Château de Clermont     9.2 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 14.6 km from Rozoy-sur-Serre Room from 80 €

Le Prieuré Chambres d'hôtes  Sainte-Preuve Located a 15-minute drive from the A26, this guest house is situated halfway between Saint-Quentin and Reims. It offers free Wi-Fi access and free bicycle rental for exploring its 4-acres... Located 18.5 km from Rozoy-sur-Serre Room from 135 €

Château De Barive      8.8 Sainte-Preuve This castle was built in the 19th century and is the ideal location to discover the charm of the Champagne region. The Château de Barive and its staff are pleased to welcome you. ... Located 21 km from Rozoy-sur-Serre Room from 165 €

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