Cycling routes along the Meuse and Semoy, striking rock formations and local history offer several starting points for planning your trip to Monthermé. The river landscape, route layout and your interest in culture or climbing can help you decide what to focus on.

Cycling along the Meuse and Semoy

The Meuse by Bike – EuroVelo 19 passes through Monthermé on the Trans-Ardennes Green Route. The Monthermé–Haybes stage follows this Green Route along the Meuse; the route was created on a former towpath. This means both the route through the town and the stage to Haybes can serve as reference points. The former towpath also gives the Meuse route a historical connection.

The 20 km Trans-Semoy tourist trail runs from Monthermé to Hautes-Rivières along the banks of the Semoy. It follows the former route of the Semoy narrow-gauge railway; 18 information panels focus on the region’s natural and cultural heritage. Compared with the Meuse route, the focus here is on the banks of the Semoy and the former railway line, complemented by topics in natural and cultural history.

The Trans-Semoysienne offers another point of reference: near La Racine in Monthermé, a footbridge crosses the Semoy. You can also rent Rosalies and bicycles in Monthermé to explore the greenway. This provides both a specific river crossing and a range of rental options for an excursion on the greenway.

Rock formations, climbing and views

Roc La Tour is a climbing area with free access for climbers. Please respect the site, which is classified as a natural site, and other climbers. As local access conditions may change, check them before your visit. Roc la Tour is also a distinctive landmark: two rock formations rise above the Semoy Valley and offer a viewpoint with sweeping views.

The Boucle de la Meuse is known for its unique landscape and impressive panoramas from a viewpoint above Monthermé. The two viewpoints offer different perspectives: at Roc la Tour, rock formations shape the view over the Semoy Valley; at the Boucle de la Meuse, the panoramas above the town take center stage.

A historical landmark

The Church of Saint-Léger was rebuilt and consecrated in 1452 by Jean Juvenal des Ursins, Archbishop of Reims. The year of its consecration provides a clear chronological reference point for local history; at the same time, the rebuilding recalls another chapter in the church’s history.

For directions in town, the Vallées et Plateau d'Ardenne Tourist Office is located at Place Jean-Baptiste Clément in Monthermé. This gives you a specific address as a reference point as you weigh up cycling routes, viewpoints and local history for your stay.

Discover more destinations: Doumely-Bégny, Olizy-Primat, Givet, Hannappes, Herbeuval, Rancennes, Margut, Houdilcourt.

For the broader travel overview: Ardennes.