Sillery: Culture, History and Canoeing

In Sillery, you can explore several themes: church history, commemorating the battles of the First World War, environmental education, canoeing and visiting a winery. The church-related heritage spans from the Middle Ages to the Art Deco heritage of the postwar reconstruction; the National Necropolis offers a distinct historical focus. Nature and water activities provide a different perspective. If you’re looking for a hotel in Sillery, these differences can help you tailor your stay to your interests.

Church History and Art Deco Heritage

The first church in Sillery was built in the Middle Ages, around the year 1100. At Saint-Rémi Church, you can see the restored door of the communion rail. It was reinstated in 2011 and is part of the Art Deco heritage of the postwar reconstruction. This spans the period from medieval church construction to a specific detail from the reconstruction. Two distinct periods of church history are therefore in focus: early church construction and the restored Art Deco feature.

Commemoration at the National Necropolis

The National Necropolis of Sillery contains the remains of almost 12,000 French soldiers who died in the battles to defend Reims between September 1914 and autumn 1918. A monument commemorates soldiers of the 97th Territorial Infantry Division who died in the battles of Sillery on October 19 and 20, 1915. The mausoleum chapel is dedicated to soldiers without a grave from the Champagne battles of 1914 to 1918. The commemoration thus covers a longer period, a precisely dated battle, and the memory of soldiers without a grave. You can visit the necropolis year-round on a self-guided visit. Check the official visitor information before you travel in case arrangements change.

Environmental Education at Jardin Sauvage

Jardin Sauvage uses ponds, a bread oven, beehives, observation activities, hedges and woodland plots for environmental education. Unlike the historic memorial sites, the focus here is on learning about nature. Jardin Sauvage also offers family events and open days. If you’d like to plan your visit around a particular event, check the dates in advance.

Canoeing on the Vesle and the Canal

Sillery Champagne Canoë Kayak offers canoeing on the Vesle and on the canal. Trips on the Vesle last two to six hours; canal excursions take place in the heart of Sillery. The duration of trips on the Vesle provides a concrete point of reference for planning, while canal excursions offer another way to go canoeing in the heart of Sillery. Check operating details with the provider in advance.

A Winery in Sillery

Champagne Collin-Guillaume invites you to discover its winery at 3 rue de la Vesle, 51500 Sillery. Visits must be arranged in advance. Bear this requirement in mind when including a winery visit in your travel plans.

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For the regional travel overview: Marne.