Vitry-le-François

Vitry-le-François

Travel guide and tourist information

Travel guide and tourist information

GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION
Town	Vitry-le-François
Insee code	51649
Postcode	51300
Latitude	48.7260870
Longitude	4.5857450
Surface	6.45 km²
Population	13826 inhabitants
Density	2143 inhabitants/km²
National label			CLOSEST TOWNS
Chief town	Châlons-en-Champagne (at 34 km, 33 min)		Blacy at 3.6 km (5 min)
Department	Marne		Marolles at 3.7 km (5 min)
Region	Champagne-Ardenne		Search another town

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3 flowers placed city, capital of Perthois, located in the center of a pleasant country with various aspects around the countryside to small paths shaded summer, streams, rivers, lakes ideal for fishing and boating.

Vitry-le-François is the meeting point of different communication channels: river crossing (3 channels: Marne-Rhine, Marne to the Saône, lateral to the Marne), rail junction (line Paris-Strasbourg-Lyon-Calais Méditérannée), crossroads (N4 Paris-Strasbourg to Saint-Dizier and the south of France in Reims and RN44 to Vitry-le-François).

A little history ... Formerly, Vitry-en-Perthois, this ancient fortress was dismantled in the late 12th century. Following its destruction by Charles V, François 1er founded Vitry-le-François in 1545, giving his name and arms, "Azure a salamander golden head crowned with twisted and even lying in a burning pyre gules, in chief azure supported gold and charged with three fleurs de lys of the same "with the motto" Nutrisco and exstinguo "or" I'm fed and I put it out. "

The completion of the new Vitry was entrusted to Italian architect Marini. During the Second World War the city was razed to 90%. New town, completely rebuilt, it still continues its development.

• The City Hall: Récollets former Convent of the 17th century.
• Place d'Armes square: become semi-pedestrian, previously used in exercises of soldiers. It shows in its center the statue of the river Marne (fountain) erected in 1840 and commonly called "The Goddess".
• The church of Notre-Dame largest church classic Marne (seventeenth-nineteenth centuries). Classified Historical Monument. Imposing facade with two towers.
• Gate Bridge: at a time it marked the precise entry Vitry-le-François. Hence we had had to fulfill the grant (tax levied on all goods, animals or generally anything that returning to the city or out of its walls).
• La Chapelle Saint-Nicolas Lower Village: Former Mariners Chapel.
• Some houses with wood sides ...

• The 1st weekend of March: Exhibition of Wine.
• April: Meeting Interclub (Multicollections).
• In June: Currents Festival of Arts and Crafts Fair Currents, flea market and fair to collections.
• In July and August: A Place in the Sun shows, concerts ...
• In September: European Heritage Days.
• The 1st weekend of October: Festival BD.
• The 3rd weekend of October: Antiques Fair.
• In November: Exhibition of St. Martin.
• In November: Exchange postcards and collections.

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Collegiate Notre Dame		The Goddess
City Hall		Lower Village Chapel
Gate Bridge

Wednesday 19 June Day Night Min. 15°C - Max. 30°C

Thursday 20 June Day Night Min. 12°C - Max. 21°C

Friday 21 June Day Night Min. 12°C - Max. 18°C

Le Vieux Briscard Vitry-le-François Authentic - In the heart of downtown Vitry-le-François, Restaurant Le Vieux Briscard seduce lovers of traditional French cuisine and authentic flavors. You will be offered local cuisine... Located in Vitry-le-François 36 € per person

Restaurant Jacques Sautet - gastronomique   8.4 Vitry-le-François 'I see life in pink ...' - These words, Edith Piaf could pronounce them not passing the restaurant Jacques Sautet. Straight out of a fairy tale, this gourmet restaurant located in Vitry-le-François,... Located in Vitry-le-François 75 € per person

Le Clos de Mutigny   10 La Chaussée-sur-Marne CHARMING HOTEL - Located at the corner of a small country road, the restaurant Clos de Mutigny hides a welcoming restaurant that offers a relaxing view of the river. TRADITIONAL CUISINE... Located 12.8 km from Vitry-le-François 37 € per person

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Au brochet du lac     8.1 Saint-Rémy-en-Bouzemont-Saint-Genest-et-Isson In their house champagne timber and timbered. Apparent dating from 1776, located in the heart of bocage. Champagne, Francis and Sylvie offer five bedrooms. Furnished guest in a warm... Located 11.7 km from Vitry-le-François 52 € the double room

L embarcader     9.5 Arrigny Located a short distance from lake der our rooms and breakfast welcome you to discover the sea champagne. A suite consists of two double bedrooms with shared bathroom.. In Annex 3 bedrooms... Located 14.4 km from Vitry-le-François 58 € the double room

Auberge de la Pomme D' or   Margerie-Hancourt A relaxed. And warm... This old house renovated with taste champagne, perfect place to enjoy one of our specialties 'The sweetbreads to champenoise'.. Card with homemade products by... Located 19.6 km from Vitry-le-François From 48 € to 63 € the double room

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Le bel v der   9.4 Arrigny A Arrigny the gates of the lake in der Champagne house in 2010 renovated cottage team of 6 persons comfortably. Bbq garden enclosed private parking games kids bike rental shops on ... Located 14.4 km from Vitry-le-François From 400 € to 550 € per week

Bel v der   9.6 Arrigny Arrigny has a 3 km from Lake der in typical house in 2010 renovated cottage 6 people, fully furnished private parking private garden terrace with bbq games children in village shop... Located 14.4 km from Vitry-le-François From 400 € to 550 € per week

Les der'vertes Giffaumont-Champaubert Champagne style home with wooded and private fishing pond closed, the heart of a flower village, tourism on the shores of Lac du Der-Chantecoq. Located 300 m from the lake dikes you... Located 23 km from Vitry-le-François From 580 € to 750 € per week

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Hotel Tambourin      8.2 Vitry-le-François In the heart of the Champagne region, this hotel is located in Vitry-le-François, just a 20-minute drive from the Der-Chantecoq Lake. It offers spacious rooms with free Wi-Fi access.... Located in Vitry-le-François Room from 60 €

Hotel De La Poste      7.7 Vitry-le-François The 3 star Hotel de la Poste is located in the heart of Vitry le François, a charming village in the Marne department. The Hotel is also only 10 km from the beautiful Der-Chantecoq... Located in Vitry-le-François Room from 54 €

Au Bon Sejour      8.1 Vitry-le-François Situated in a particularly tranquil part of the city, the Au Bon Sejour hotel overlooks a quiet park, a short walk from the city centre. Offering peaceful park and garden views, this... Located in Vitry-le-François Room from 45 €

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