Ancien Relais de Poste et de Messageries

The "Relais de Poste aux Chevaux" of Launois-sur-Vence is registered in the inventory of historical monuments since January 1st, 1994. It was built in 1654. This exceptional site, considered unique in France, is composed of several buildings: main building, stables, stagecoach hall, sheepfold, wine press,... At the time, it allowed the exchange of horses for travelers and mail between Paris and Sedan on the road that also passed through Charleville-Mézières, it was open night and day. The importance of the stagecoach hall, the numerous stables, the size of the hayloft, the grain stores, the dimensions of the two high carriage gates, the imposing residence of the postmaster with its table d'hôtes and its rooms for travelers, all these buildings and their size are the witness of the strong activity that existed here in the 17th century. Events : - Market of the Producers of Country: delicious smells and savours await you there in company of the local producers, proud to present you their work. The 1st Friday of each month from 3pm. - Le Fantastique Relais de l'Imaginaire : Travel in a universe mixing all kinds of atmosphere, to meet fairies, minotaurs, elves and other fantastic characters. Storytellers, exhibitors, virtual reality animations, you won't be disappointed. June 3rd and 4th. - La Journée des Sabots du Relais : The association organizes a beautiful rural festival to present its activities, the draft horse, the tripot (ancestor of the combine harvester) and many other animations! on June 18th. Free visits all year round during the opening hours of the Tourist Office and guided tours for groups on request from the Tourist Office of the Crêtes Préardennaises.Les Sabots du Relais : The association "Les Sabots du Relais", committed to the preservation and development of the Ardennes draught horse, is present at each event at the Relais and will be happy to teach you more about this majestic animal, another symbol of the Ardennes department. Discover also their project of restoration of old horse-drawn vehicles, recently classified as historical monuments