Arcis-sur-Aube

Arcis- sur -Aube is a municipality with 2988 inhabitants (as of January 1, 2011 ) in the north-eastern French department of Aube. It is located about 27 km north of Troyes in Champagne -Ardenne ( Troyes Arrondissement ) and lies on the banks of the River Aube. It has an area of 9.49 km ². The average altitude is 92 meters above sea level

Here is the Battle of Arcis- sur -Aube was fought from 20 to 21 March 1814.

Current mayor is Serge Lardin (UMP, 2001-2008 ).

Attractions

• Château (18th century) with a large park
• Church (16th century)
• Danton monument on the Place de la République

Personalities

The French politician Georges Danton was born on 26 October 1759 in Arcis- sur- Aube.

Partner community

• Gomaringen ( since 1976)