Attractions and Places To See around Belval-Sous-Châtillon - Top 20

In a brochure entitled "A Call for Peace, Because Peace Is Possible," Father Klaus Schäfer of the Pallottine Order (Societas Apostolatus Catholici), founded in the mid-19th century by Saint Vincent Pallotti, writes: "The large military cemeteries of the two World Wars, not only those located in France, clearly demonstrate that former enemies can become friends. After the two bloodbaths of these nations, there were no recriminations about who shot first, who was more guilty, who was more cruel... instead, there was a clean break and a genuine new beginning. For this reason, the large military cemeteries of the two World Wars are worthy of being declared World Heritage Sites. This is not to elevate war to the status of culture, but to show the world that even after such a bloody past, peace is possible. Europe has shown us: PEACE IS POSSIBLE. Former enemies can become friends, true friends." (Fr. Klaus Schäfer SAC)

The Holy Father known as Pope Urban II was born here around 1035. His name is known as Odon de Lagery, also Eudes de Châtillon, or Otton de Châtillon. He joined the Benedictine Order named after Benedict of Nursia (OSB for the Latin "Ordo Sancti Benedicti") and became prior of the highly important Cluny Abbey. In 1088, he was elected pope, taking the name Urban II. As the supreme shepherd of the Roman Catholic Church, he supported the Reconquista in Spain and the First Crusade in support of Byzantium. His theological reasoning was based on the second chapter of the Old Testament Book of Daniel, which describes a turning point in history. He died in 1099. His feast day in the calendar of saints is July 29, the recorded date of his death.

Hautvillers, the birthplace of Champagne, is known worldwide for the presence of Dom Pierre Pérignon's tomb within its church and his undeniable role in the birth of Champagne. However, our village lacked a public space to represent Dom Pierre Pérignon. Erecting a statue in his likeness in the heart of the village: a project that has become a reality! This monumental work was erected within the grounds of Pierre Cheval Park and inaugurated on Saturday, June 11, 2022. This work by sculptor Juan Carlos Carrillo combines the "weight of history and originality." Both traditional and modern, this creation symbolizes all the sensations evoked by the name Champagne: voluptuousness, conviviality, sharing, joy, and lightness! A character, a story, a village, and an essential beverage were commemorated and honored during this colorful and surprising inauguration. The Dom Pérignon statue has become a must-see during your visit to the village: come and toast with Dom Pérignon! (c) https://hautvillers.fr/oenotourisme/hautvillers-en-france/92-statue-dom-perignon-parc-pierre-cheval

The view from the beautiful rest areas around the monument of Pabst Urban II over the Marne valley and the vineyards of Champagne is magnificent ☺️

very interesting to see absolutely!

Simply great 😊 please enjoy the view 😌

Simply climb up from the Marne and visit the abbey and the grave of Dom Pierre Perignon. But please do it calmly and respectfully, not like the group of proletarians this morning 🙏

The pope known as Pope URBAN II was born here around the year 1035. The versions of his name that are circulating are Odon de Lagery, also: Eudes de Châtillon, Otton de Châtillon. He joined the Benedictine Order named after Benedict of Nursia (OSB for the Latin "Ordo Sancti Benedicti") and became prior of the very important Cluny Abbey. In the year of our Lord 1088 he was elected pope and took the name URBAN II. As the supreme shepherd of the Roman Catholic Church, he supported the Reconquista in Spain and the first crusade in support of Byzantium. His theological justification was based on the second chapter of the Old Testament book of Daniel, where a turning point is described. He died in 1099. His memorial day in the calendar of saints is July 29, the recorded date of his death.