Channes
Channes is a commune in the Aube department in north-central France.
History
- Channes is mentioned in 1151 as Chaunnes in a charter of Quincy Abbey, then in 1219 as Cheonnaium in a cartulary of Molesme Abbey, and in 1381 as Chaonnes.
"On December 26, 1790, Calmelet, parish priest of Channes, blessed an iron cross at the edge of the village, on the road to Riceys... The entire parish was in procession, and the ceremony was conducted with all the solemnity required on such occasions and with great piety and reverence..."
Local culture and heritage
Places and monuments
- Church of the Nativity of the Virgin Mary in Channes.
- The Saint Anne Fountain in Channes: Before following the Sarce River, clever children can take the opportunity to visit Channes and drink the water from the Saint Anne Fountain, which is said to prevent contagious diseases.