Château-Thierry

Château-Thierry

Guide of the Aisne

Guide of the Aisne

Nestling at the heart of the Marne Valley, at the foot of the Champagne appellation hillside vineyards, the small town of Château-Thierry was the birthplace of the famous fable author Jean de La Fontaine, born in 1621. There is a museum dedicated to him in the house where he was born - a beautiful 16th-century private mansion. Step into the famous poet's world, with documents, manuscripts, engravings, illustrations, art objects and also La Fontaine's study. Then enjoy a walk in the heights of the old town, to discover the old castle, a pleasant fortified site where the ramparts offer a superb view of the rooftops of Château-Thierry and the Marne Valley. You will also have a chance to admire the beautiful medieval remains as you follow the information signs along the trail. These include the imposing Door of St. John, the well-preserved ramparts dotted with towers, and the old keep. From April to All Saints' Day (early November) you can watch flight displays with birds of prey - the eagles of Château-Thierry - on the castle esplanade.

Every year in May, the town of Château-Thierry hosts the Jean de La Fontaine festival, a cultural and artistic event dedicated to music, theatre and dance.

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