Chargey-Lès-Gray: Nature, history and brewing culture

Chargey-Lès-Gray offers several distinct reasons to stay: the Ecoulottes River runs along the town, a marked circular trail is dedicated to observing the local flora and fauna, and the historic town centre is home to numerous old houses. There are also the church, Château-Grillot and the La Rente Rouge brewery. The following places and activities provide specific ideas for your visit.

River and nature watching

The Ecoulottes River runs along Chargey-Lès-Gray. A marked circular trail has been created for observing the local flora and fauna. This gives you two distinct ways to enjoy nature as you plan your stay: the river as part of the landscape and the trail as a specific nature-watching activity. When deciding what you want your stay to focus on, it helps to distinguish between a landscape feature and a trail specifically intended for observation.

Historic buildings in the town centre

Chargey-Lès-Gray’s historic town centre is home to numerous old houses. The church was rebuilt in the 18th century. Château-Grillot is a former fortified house dating from the 15th or 16th century. These features offer distinct historical points of interest: Château-Grillot is notable for its former fortifications, while the church is notable for its reconstruction. The old houses add to the picture of the town centre as a whole. The large wash fountain is the best-maintained of the local washhouse fountains; its condition may change. Together with the houses and church, it adds to the architectural heritage of Chargey-Lès-Gray.

Beer tasting at La Rente Rouge

La Rente Rouge is a craft brewery in Chargey-Lès-Gray that brews beers without additives, fining agents or malt extract. Beer tastings are also offered there. This combines the brewery’s producer profile with a visitor experience. If you plan to attend a tasting, check current visiting arrangements in advance, as opening conditions may vary.

Pump track for sports enthusiasts

The pump track in the André-Fuin area was inaugurated on 28 June 2025 and is designed for bicycles, skateboards, roller skates and scooters. These uses make its sporting focus clear and go beyond bicycles alone. The pump track offers a different focus from the circular trail: the trail centres on observing the local flora and fauna, while the pump track is intended for the listed sports equipment. This lets you choose between nature watching and a sporting activity when planning your visit.

Match your interests to your hotel search

Consider whether nature watching, local history or a tasting will be the deciding factor for your stay; this will help you choose which themes to include in your plans. Then check the details of individual hotel offers against your actual requirements. The destination offers a range of points of interest, while location, amenities, price and availability depend on each hotel offer.

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