If you are considering Marly-Gomont as a destination for a stay, you can choose between cultural and nature-related themes: Saint-Rémi represents a building history spanning several phases, while La fontaine Colette offers a hike with a defined route and duration. Another practical point of reference is the “La Halle” estaminet at the former railway station, which offers a place to refresh and take a break in the context of EuroVelo 3.
The fortified Saint-Rémi Church
The rectangular brick nave of Saint-Rémi Church was built around 1633 on older sandstone foundations. The choir was rebuilt in the 18th century. These details refer to different parts of the building and show that it was constructed in several phases. The nave is the main part of the church interior, while the choir is a distinct area; this distinction helps you understand the building’s history section by section.
The defensive design includes numerous loopholes at man’s height in the church nave’s three walls. There are also four corner turrets, which serve as defensive features. These specific characteristics illustrate the church’s fortified character: the loopholes are set into the nave walls, while the turrets stand at the corners.
A stage of the Scandibérique route also passes through Marly-Gomont; the town is mentioned there in connection with a fortified church. Saint-Rémi is therefore not only a subject of local architectural history, but also the landmark associated with Marly-Gomont on this stage.
La fontaine Colette hike
The La fontaine Colette hike starts and ends in Marly-Gomont. It is 9.5 kilometres long and takes 2 hours and 45 minutes. These details give you a specific route and time frame when planning the hike as part of your stay. Check current trail conditions before setting out.
The route follows quiet paths between fields and pastures; in places, it runs alongside the winding Oise. The description therefore combines agricultural landscapes with sections where the river accompanies the route. The Oise is not described as a constant companion: it features in the route only in places.
For planning your time, the distance and duration are two different points of reference: the number of kilometres describes the route, while the stated walking time gives you a time frame for the hike.
A break at the former railway station
At Marly-Gomont’s former railway station, the “La Halle” estaminet offers a place to refresh and take a break on the EuroVelo 3 stage. This point of reference is distinct from the other two highlights: it is about a break in the context of EuroVelo, not another feature of the church or the hiking route.
The 2026 weekend offer includes the option of having a charcuterie or cheese platter. Services may change; check before your visit whether this option is available on your chosen date. With the construction phases of Saint-Rémi, the measured hike and the break option at the former railway station, Marly-Gomont offers a range of reasons to visit that you can take into account when planning your stay, depending on your interests.
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