Joinville in Champagne-Ardenne
Joinville is a riverside town of hills, forests and authentic French character.
Compared with the busier tourist destinations, life here is slower and more genuine — ideal for travellers looking for a peaceful break.
BookIn town
A beautifully restored 16th-century Renaissance garden and château, also used for concerts and events.
Narrow streets and half-timbered houses that take you back in time.
Riverside walks, picnics and fishing, just a short stroll from the house.
Handmade goods, regional produce and the weekly market.
Further afield
Marked hiking and cycling routes through the forests around Joinville.
Beaches, birdwatching, water sports and cycle paths around one of Europe’s largest artificial lakes.
The Charles de Gaulle Memorial and museum.
Vineyards, cellars and tastings in the Côte des Bar.
Cranes, deer, wild boar and much more in the surrounding countryside.