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Meuse

A quiet rural territory steeped in history, Meuse is the perfect place to unwind and get back to basics, with its lush natural environment and generous inhabitants. A destination where you can take your time discovering the many treasures it has in store for you.

Let Meuse amaze you

Fill up on fresh air in unspoilt natural surroundings with a whole range of contrasts on offer, enjoy some of the (very) many outstanding products that Meuse and its inhabitants produce every day, and acquaint yourself with an extraordinarily rich historical and cultural heritage – all the reasons for visiting Meuse are good ones!

A destination to explore as you pedal your way along the “Meuse à Vélo” route, or you might prefer the warm welcome on offer at a guesthouse, getting away from it all as a couple or with your family. Located in the very heart of the Grand Est, Meuse is only an hour’s journey from Paris by TGV.

Meuse

Meuse’s unmissables

    Rand'eau Meuse
    Récolte des mirabelles

    Unwind in the heart of unspoilt nature

    Just imagine, a territory 30% forestland, dotted with meadows, glens and orchards, with Natura 2000-clasified sites and Lorraine Regional Nature Park into the bargain...

    Wide open spaces crossed by rivers, and above all the river that gave the département its name, the Meuse, one of the longest in Europe, Lake Madine with its vast stretch of water and sandy beach, for unforgettable family moments…

    As you’ll have gathered, Meuse is a real paradise for nature lovers, and anybody who dreams of taking a real break, lazing the day away in the countryside, and slow tourism.

    Citadelle souterraine , 1ère Guerre Mondiale

    An open-air history book

    Meuse was greatly marked by the First World War and the battles that were fought on its soil. Today, numerous sites and places of remembrance bear precious witness for future generations. In Verdun, symbolic of the Great War, in Saint-Mihiel, in Les Eparges...

    Although sometimes overlooked, Meuse’s historical heritage is actually age-old. Renaissance heritage in Bar-le-Duc; but that’s not all, there’s the Joan of Arc Museum for one... just go and see for yourself!

    Citadelle souterraine, 1ère Guerre Mondiale
    Vent des Fôrets
    Festival Renaissance

    Fill up on culture in Meuse

    Vent des Forêts contemporary art centre, outstanding museums, the Renaissance's Festival taking your breath away in the streets of Bar-le-Duc, sound and light show to relive the Battle of Verdun as if you were actually there… Enjoy one-of-a-kind cultural experiences during your stay in Meuse.

    Often out-of-the-ordinary and always innovative, they play with the elements in order to become one with their natural surroundings and provide you with unique forms of entertainment.

    Récolte des mirabelles
    Verdun

    Gourmets, find your happiness in Meuse!

    Rich soils and producers whose dedication is only equalled by their knowhow have made Meuse a real treasure as far as terroir and gastronomy are concerned. Top-quality products sought after right across the territory and well beyond. Although the region is justly celebrated for its delicious mirabelle plums, there’s actually a whole range of local products for you to enjoy.

    Brie de Meaux cheese, Verdun sugared almonds, Bar-le-Duc redcurrant jam, IGP Côte de Meuse wines, Commercy madeleines, Meuse truffles, microbreweries, beef and cereals that provide one of the finest cuisines by France’s starred chefs… Set your mouth watering and let your palate be your guide on a gastronomic tour of Meuse.

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