Hugh, Count of Champagne
French count · France · On the map · Historical Figures · Lived 1074 to 1126 · aged 52
Hugh was a French noble who was the first count of Champagne. He was known for donating the valley that was used as the site for the Clairvaux Abbey and going on several pilgrimages to the Holy Land.
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During his second visit, Hugh de Paynes, a knight in his service, stayed in Jerusalem and established the Knights Templar. Hugh later gave up his wealth and lands to join the Templar Order.
