In Vaulx, several layers of history stand alongside a natural area that extends beyond the commune. The Chapelle Saint-Roch offers a glimpse into a plague epidemic, a tomb inscription and its listing as a historic monument; the history of the château and the church add to this local perspective. The Authie and a circular walking route offer another way to explore the surrounding area. If you are looking for a holiday rental in Vaulx, you can consider the village in terms of its cultural history, connection to nature and potential for walking.
Chapelle Saint-Roch and local history
The Chapelle Saint-Roch is located on the C.D. 121 in Vaulx and is also known as the cemetery chapel. It is dedicated to Saint Roch; its history dates back to a plague epidemic. A decree dated 20 January 1986 listed it as a historic monument. This brings together its religious dedication, the history associated with the plague epidemic and its formal listing as a monument. The tombstone of Joseph Puchelle adds to the picture: it records that Puchelle died on 26 October 1876 as the parish priest of Vaulx. The tomb inscription also anchors the chapel in local history that can be identified by name and date.
The château and church in their historical context
A coat of arms associated with the De La Porte family is carved into the château of Vaulx. The family came into possession of the Vaulx estate in 1402; its seigneurial rule lasted until the Revolution. The chapel is also connected with this period of upheaval: it was saved by women from the village during the Revolution. The family's seigneurial rule and the story of the chapel's rescue can thus be placed side by side chronologically. The church of Vaulx dates from the 18th century, adding another clearly identifiable period to the picture of local history.
The natural area in the wider surroundings
The commune of Vaulx lies within the ZNIEFF “La moyenne vallée de l'Authie et ses versants entre Beauvoir-Wavans et Raye-sur-Authie”. The name refers to the middle Authie Valley and its slopes between the places named. In the wider region around Vaulx, the Authie is home to a diverse fish population, including Atlantic salmon. It is also classified there as a first-category fishing water. These two details describe different aspects: the fish population on the one hand and the fishing classification on the other. For travellers who would like to consider nature as well as local and architectural history, this offers a regional perspective extending beyond Vaulx.
A circular walk connected with Vaulx
One walking option is the circular route “La randonnée des aubépines”. It starts at the football stadium in Auxi-le-Château and passes through the rural surroundings of Auxi-le-Château. Vaulx, Le Ponchel and Willencourt are named as places along the circuit. The starting point is therefore in Auxi-le-Château; Vaulx is one of the places associated with the circular route. Route details may change, so it is advisable to check them before setting out.
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