Tucked beneath its impressive medieval castle, Château-Thierry is a great weekend destination. Just one hour from Paris by the A4 autoroute, you travel through champagne vineyards on the route toEpernay as you approach your destination. Château-Thierry offers champagne tasting, beautiful walks in the countryside, as well as a rich cultural and historical heritage.
The Castle of Château-Thierry
Drive towards the castle on the avenue de Paris, take the left turn at the roundabout onto a smaller street that leads to the attractive Town Hall building (Hôtel de Ville) in a square. Park in the large car park in front of the Town Hall. You now have a choice on how to climb to the castle of les Ducs de Bouillon. If you’re feeling energetic, take the steps either side of the Town Hall. For an easier, if longer, walk take the appropriately named rue du Château to the right, turning left onto the Chemin de Ronde. On route you’ll see the mythical Hôtel Dieu (“Hotel of God” hospital) which offered shelter to the sick for six centuries. The chapel contains a magnificent collection of gold and silverware, tapestries, embroideries, paintings and pottery from the former pharmacy.
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