Gothic architecture, crafts and wine tastings give Savigny-sur-Aisne several concrete attractions for a stay. Another point of interest is a spring once used by basket makers. This offers a glimpse of the village ranging from a 15th-century building and an annual festival to a historic working practice.
The Gothic church of Savigny-sur-Aisne
The Église de Savigny-sur-Aisne is a Gothic church dating from the 15th century. It was listed as a Monument historique in 1913. The date of its construction and its formal designation therefore belong to different historical periods: the former describes when the building was created, while the latter refers to its subsequent recognition as a historic monument. The church can be visited by arrangement with the town hall. As visiting arrangements may change, it is advisable to confirm your appointment there in advance.
Les Estivales: crafts and culinary delights
Les Estivales is an annual arts, crafts and food festival in Savigny-sur-Aisne, open to everyone. The programme may vary from one edition to another. The 2026 edition includes demonstrations of basket weaving, glass engraving, woodturning, weaving, pottery and embroidery; around forty exhibitors are expected for this edition. The demonstrations therefore range from working with glass and wood to textile techniques, pottery and basket weaving. If you are interested in particular crafts, check the programme for your chosen edition before travelling.
Wine tastings in the village
Le Maitre des Cols is a wine-tasting cellar in Savigny-sur-Aisne. Activities offered there include guided wine tastings and tasting workshops for adults. Both guided tastings and workshops are therefore specific options for wine enthusiasts. As visiting details may change, it is advisable to check the latest information before making plans. Les Estivales focuses on crafts and culinary delights, while Le Maitre des Cols offers guided wine tastings and workshops for adults.
Route and the history of the washhouse
The GR de Pays Argonne – Boucle 2 route descends to a washhouse at the entrance to Savigny-sur-Aisne and then continues to the village square. The washhouse and village square are two consecutive landmarks along the route described. As conditions on hiking trails may change, check the trail conditions before setting out.
There are three washhouses in Savigny-sur-Aisne. One has been fully restored and displays equipment used by washerwomen in the past. A spring at the washhouse once supplied three or four large basins in which basket makers soaked willow rods. Basket weaving thus features in two different contexts: as a demonstration in the 2026 festival programme and as part of the former practice of working with willow rods.
Discover more destinations: Lançon, Francheville, Étalle, Houdilcourt, Juniville, Clémency, Joigny-sur-Meuse, Charleville-Mézières
For the overview of the wider region: Ardennes.
