MONTMIRAIL, A CITY FULL OF HISTORY
In the heart of the Brie Champenoise, Montmirail is a commune of nearly 4000 inhabitants. Overlooking the Petit Morin valley, from a formerly fortified promontory, the town is coiled around its 16th century castle.
Inhabited long before the Gallic period, the city preserves the imprints of different eras; the Historical Circuit will make you discover them. The castle of Montmirail was bought in 1678 by Louvois, minister of Louis XIV, who had it restored in 1682. André Le Nôtre designed a part of the park for the visit of the Sun King.
A jewel of Napoleon’s military genius, the battle of Montmirail-Marchais-en-Brie was won by the “Marie-Louise” and the Old Guard on February 11, 1814, over the coalised allies.
Near the site, on the border of the Marne and Aisne departments, in the direction of Paris, the commemorative column and the stele of the Saint-Cyriens recall this victory.
Peace and quiet to rest
The original and comfortable places for stay are not lacking. Whether you come for a short stay, a weekend, a vacation getaway or other, find all our partners who will welcome you according to your expectations on our territory.
Hikes, on foot, on horseback, by bike or quad… from sports activities to cultural events. Several playgrounds and fitness trails offer activities for young and old.
Gourmet products or products and services resulting from the know-how of our craftsmen, it is also their discovery that we propose to you during your walks.
It will be an opportunity to meet women and men who know their environment well and know how to tell it.
The must-haves
Numerous hiking trails throughout the territory will allow you to explore our 20 villages through nature.
Rediscover the charm of the 50s during a ride in the 1st or 2nd class of the Picasso railcar between Montmirail and Artonges. A museum dedicated to the railroad with more than 130 exhibits will complete your walk.
The Musée du Poids has an exceptional collection of weights from the Middle Ages to the present day. Find the history of the metric system resulting from the Revolution of 1789.
The ranch of Moulin Saint Martin is an educational and playful farm which aims to make discover the animal life, the nature and the agricultural environment in a western setting. Thanks to an arranged course you will be able to observe the life of many animals of the farm and others such as llamas, exotic birds, but also to benefit from games of skill, motor skills and to take part in various activities which we will propose regularly.
OTMR - Tourist Office of Montmirail and its region
Reception office hours :
From 01/10 to 31/03 – open Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday from 10am to 12:30pm and from 2pm to 5:30pm – Tuesday from 2pm to 5:30pm. Closed Tuesday morning, Saturday, Sunday and holidays.
From 01/04 to 30/09 – open Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday from 10am to 12:30pm and from 2pm to 5:30pm – Tuesday from 2pm to 5:30pm. Closed Tuesday morning, Sunday, Monday and holidays.
- 03 26 81 40 05
- ot.montmirail51@orange.fr
