Vulaines-lès-Provins: Church, Monument and Long-Distance Trail

Vulaines-lès-Provins offers two clearly distinct focal points to consider when planning a trip: tangible evidence of the area’s history and a long-distance trail that passes through the town. The Borne à fleur de lys n° 39 and the Église Saint-Blaise-Saint-Léger provide concrete points of reference for its cultural history; the GR de Pays “Thibault de Champagne” places the town on a larger hiking route. Which aspect you want to focus on may influence your choice of where to stay.

Cultural history in Vulaines-lès-Provins

The Borne à fleur de lys n° 39 is located on the R.N. 19 in Vulaines-lès-Provins. It dates from the 19th century and has been classified as a Monument historique since April 24, 1964. The two dates have different meanings: the 19th century refers to when it was created, while 1964 marks the beginning of its protected status. Its location, name and number give you specific points of reference to distinguish this monument from the town’s other historical landmarks.

The Église Saint-Blaise-Saint-Léger offers another historical period: it was built in the 13th century. Its use is divided by space: only the choir continues to be used for services, while the nave, separated from the choir, serves as the town hall. The two areas therefore serve different functions. If you plan to visit the choir, check local visiting arrangements in advance. The church also houses a polychrome stone statue of the Virgin and Child from the 14th century. It dates from a century after the church was built, so the construction period and the later artwork can be seen as two distinct historical points of reference.

Hiking and local orientation

The GR de Pays “Thibault de Champagne” long-distance trail passes through Vulaines-lès-Provins. In Seine-et-Marne, it forms a loop of approximately 140 kilometres. This approximate length refers to the loop as a whole, not only to the section that passes through the town. Vulaines-lès-Provins is therefore a stopping point on a regional hiking route; the total length is not a measure of a local trail. As the route may change in the future, check the current route before setting out.

In December 2023, Cave Septembre operated as a wine shop in Vulaines-lès-Provins, on the premises of a family-run business. The wine shop was located in a former barn. If you plan to visit, check beforehand whether Cave Septembre is currently operating.

When choosing a hotel, the distinction between local history and the hiking route can help you decide what to focus on: the Borne and the church are local cultural landmarks, while the GR de Pays is a hike on a regional scale. If you plan to walk the long-distance trail, choose your specific section independently of the loop’s total length. This keeps your own stage planning separate from the town’s historical landmarks.

Discover more destinations: Thomery, Aufferville, Vert-Saint-Denis, Champs-Sur-Marne, Seine-Port, Lagny, Grez-sur-Loing, La Chapelle-la-Reine.

For the broader travel overview: Seine-Et-Marne.