Port des 2 rivières

La Ferté-sous-Jouarre (Seine‑et‑Marne, France)

La Ferté‑sous‑Jouarre nestles in the Marne valley, east of the Paris region. A small town with an industrial past, part of its identity comes from the extraction and shaping of millstones (grinding stones) quarried locally. The riverfront, quays and the bridge give the town center a recognizable silhouette, while the station provides a regular link to Paris. It is a place where industrial history and riverside landscapes naturally coexist.

Heritage and history

The town has been shaped by the exploitation of stone quarries: La Ferté’s millstones circulated throughout France and abroad, and traces of this craft remain visible in the urban fabric and some workshops. The area also experienced military episodes in the 20th century, noticeable in certain memorials and cemeteries in the region.

Nature and landscapes

The banks of the Marne offer pleasant walks along the quays and towpaths. The landscapes alternate between wooded areas on the outskirts and fields of the Brie plain, offering peaceful prospects for walking and cycling.

Activities and access

La Ferté‑sous‑Jouarre station makes day trips from Paris easy. On site, you’ll find local shops and markets, as well as riverside walks and viewpoints overlooking the bridge and quays.

Gastronomy and local produce

Located in the Brie region, the town allows you to taste the typical dairy and cheese products of the department, alongside a selection of cafés and small local eateries.

Not to miss

• The banks of the Marne — walks, views of the bridge and riverside atmosphere.
• The old millstone quarries — remains and testimony of the millstone industry.
• The local military cemetery/memorial — a place of remembrance linked to 20th-century conflicts.
• The town center and the bridge — urban heart, quays and town facades.
• Local produce (Brie) — cheeses and regional specialties to discover.