By the outbreak of the Nine Years' War in 1688, Joyeuse was a general in French service.
In March 1693, as a result of his long service, he was made a Marshal of France.
Joyeuse was given command of the French army's left wing during the 1693 battle of Neerwinden.
During the battle, he was shot and wounded, ending his active military service.
After Neerwinden, Joyeuse was given the governorships of various cities, including Metz.