Château-Thierry

Château-Thierry

Château-Thierry is a town located on the Marne River in northern France, about 90 kilometers northeast of Paris. It is the sub-prefecture of the Aisne department in the Hauts-de-France region. The famous French poet Jean de La Fontaine was born here.

Having gone through many wars, Château-Thierry boasts a wealth of historical sites. Must-see attractions include the medieval castle and city walls, the American Soldiers Memorial, the 15th-century Saint-Crépin Church, and the Protestant Church. In addition, you can visit various exhibitions and cultural events, explore vineyards that change with the seasons and sample delicious wines, or take a stroll along the quietly flowing Marne River to admire the serene countryside and explore the battlefield of the Battle of Château-Thierry from World War I.

Château-Thierry

Must-visit reason: Birthplace of the French poet Jean de La Fontaine

Continent where the attraction is located: Europe【Europe】

Country/region where the attraction is located: France[France]

Province/state where the attraction is located: Hauts-de-France Region [Picardy Region]

City where the attraction is located: Château-Thierry [Château-Thierry]