Valmy

Valmy is a commune in the Grand Est region of France, located near Châlons-en-Champagne. The area sits on rural land with varying elevations and serves primarily as a village community.

In 1792, the Battle of Valmy took place here, changing the course of the French Revolution. This event led to the founding of the First French Republic and marked a turning point in French history.

The place takes its name from a pivotal battle and visitors often connect it to this historic moment. This legacy shapes how people view their community today.

The place is easy to navigate on foot and has basic facilities for visitors. It is advisable to visit during office hours when local information is available.

The field where the battle occurred remains visible today and has changed little since the events of 1792. Visitors can explore the area and understand how the fighting unfolded across the landscape.

Location: canton of Sainte-Menehould

Location: Marne

Location: arrondissement of Châlons-en-Champagne

Elevation above the sea: 172 m

Shares border with: Auve, Braux-Sainte-Cohière, La Chapelle-Felcourt, La Croix-en-Champagne, Dommartin-Dampierre, Dommartin-sous-Hans, Gizaucourt, Hans, Maffrécourt, Saint-Mard-sur-Auve, Somme-Bionne

Address: 30 rue André-Procureur, 51800 Valmy

Phone: +33326602719

Email: mairiedevalmy@orange.fr

GPS coordinates: 49.08444,4.77361

Latest update: December 7, 2025 19:22