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Via Francigena: During this stage, a stop in Bar-sur-Aube is a must. Situated on a north-south axis, the town acquired strategic importance and the status of a commercial centre during the period of the Counts of Champagne. The latter had indeed guaranteed the security of the merchants and set up an adapted logistical organisation that contributed to the development of Bar-sur-Aube as a commercial centre. Thus, from mid-February to mid-April, traders from Flanders and Italy exchanged oriental spices, silk, textiles and raw materials from Northern Europe. The architecture of the town bears witness to this past activity.

Nigloland is a charming family amusement park located in Dolancourt. Since opening in 1987, the park has offered a wide range of attractions and shows for all ages. The park is divided into four thematic worlds and has a total of 43 attractions, including the exciting Alpina Blitz roller coaster and the impressive Donjon de l'Extrême freefall tower. Nigloland is also child-friendly, with 27 attractions especially for young children. Surrounded by beautiful green surroundings, Nigloland offers an unforgettable experience for the whole family.

From Spoy there are beautiful views of the vineyards, the D road is quite quiet.

After the climb, beautiful views of the vineyards during the descent.

The town of Dolancourt is home to the Nigloland amusement park. Niglo, the mascot of this theme park, means hedgehog in the Romani language. It was two former showmen, Patrice and Philippe Gélis, who created this park in 1987.

You see more and more champagne producers and vineyards along your path. It's normal. You are in the second largest champagne producing region after Reims and Epernay. The Château de Bligny estate in the village can be a good choice to learn more about this legendary drink.

Two rivers cross the pretty town of Bar-sur-Aube. These are the Aube river which gives its name to the department and the Bresse. Numerous Champagne vineyard hillsides surround it, which makes it a renowned place for the production of champagne.

The Saint-Léger parish church was initially built in the 12th century, then completely integrated into a new church, 1866-1867 during the restoration and expansion work carried out by Pierre Lefranc, former architect to King Louis-Philippe, who was elected mayor in 1860. The church contained a font from the end of the 15th century or the beginning of the 16th century. Since 1942, only a few fragments have remained which have been placed in the gallery of the preaching pulpit. These fragments have been "classified" in the inventory of historic monuments since December 27, 1913. The church also contains a funerary slab dated 1296, also "classified" since December 27, 1913 as well as the 12 objects listed in the inventory general cultural heritage. Furthermore, a wooden Christ, dating from the 12th century, was found in 2010.