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The Ardenne is located in eastern France, between Belgium and the Marne in the historic Champagne region. Charleville-Mézières is considered its "capital".
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The Ardennes is a French department stretching along the Belgian border. Its Regional Nature Park and heritage make it a verdant destination punctuated by historic surprises. The Ardenne is a natural region that includes the Ardennes department and part of the Belgian, Luxembourg and German territories to the east of the Meuse.
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The Ardennes is a region rich in nature and heritage, ideal for a weekend of exploration. Charming hotels, gîtes, bed and breakfasts, campsites, unusual rooms... There's no shortage of places to put down your suitcases!
In the centre of Charleville-Mézières or in the heart of the Ardennes Massif, hotels with spas welcome you and your children for a top-of-the-range stay away from it all. Spacious rooms and local breakfasts await you. If you want to spend your holiday immersed in a typical Ardennes atmosphere, opt for a gîte or a night in a bed and breakfast. For those who want to experience a real adventure with the kids, a night in an unusual accommodation will be the ideal way to forge some memorable memories.
Whether you prefer an all-inclusive hotel stay or a magical night on the campsite, the Ardennes has the right accommodation for an unforgettable family weekend!
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The Ardennes enjoys a temperate climate, so can be visited all year round, but it' s best to visit during the summer months. In summer, you can combine nature activities, heritage visits and cosy nights in a hotel-restaurant! In autumn, the panorama changes and shades of orange appear. It's the perfect season for a day's treetop adventure in the colours of Indian summer in the Ardennes Regional Nature Park. In winter, snow covers the Ardennes Massif. The breathtaking white landscapes can be discovered on a walk in the fresh air or a night in a hotel at altitude. In spring, the green is back, putting smiles on children's faces! Why not take the opportunity to book an afternoon bike ride or lunch on board a boat on the Meuse?
Whatever the season you decide to visit the Ardennes, remember to book your accommodation or hotel for your family weekend in advance. This will enable you to benefit from lower prices.
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Fancy a gourmet weekend out with the kids? The Ardennes is the ideal destination for lovers of good food. For breakfast, lunch and dinner, enjoy a rich and varied gastronomy by sampling the specialities of the Ardennes!
Here's a non-exhaustive list of the region's typical dishes (a must-try!):
- Ardennes ham,
- Rethel white pudding,
- Andouille from Revin,
- Ardenne pâté en croûte,
- Cacasse à cul nu,
- Bayenne,
- Ardennes salad,
- Frying fretins from the Meuse,
- Rocroy cheese and beer,
- The Ardennes soft cake,
- Galette au Suc,
- The Carolo,
- Red sugar from the Ardennes,
- Ardennes beers.
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The Ardennes wins the prize for an unforgettable weekend with the kids! From nature to heritage to gastronomy, the region is full of surprises to discover with the whole family.
Here are just a few examples of things to do with children in the Ardennes:
- Go canoeing on the Meuse,
- Spend a night in a charming hotel to be pampered as a family,
- Enjoy a unique experience on a hike in the Massif des Ardennes accompanied by a donkey,
- Discover the history of the region by exploring a fortified castle,
- Visit Charleville-Mézières to find out all about Rimbaud's life,
- Lunch in an auberge restaurant to discover the specialities of the Ardennes,
- Admire the Ardennes landscapes from a different angle on an accrobranche day.
