The Montagne de Reims Regional Natural Park is a dream place for bucolic immersions, between forests, vineyards and fields. But that's not all... It is also located a stone's throw from three historic towns full of charm: Reims North, Epernay to the south, and Chalons-en-Champagne At the South-East. All are accessible by train : enough to allow you to stroll there easily, taking the time to exotic city walks !
Reims, the Legend'R
Si Reims is a Legend'R city, it’s no coincidence… It all starts in the very center of the city, with the Notre-Dame Cathedral of Reims. It is under the slender vaults of this elegant stone lady that the kings of France were crowned for centuries: its visit and that of its towers are an essential stopover during your stay!
Right next door, you can slip into the shoes of one of these monarchs, by exploring the place where they resided when they came to Reims: the Palace of Tau. Would you rather taste their wine? Direction there Saint-Nicaise hill, remarkable heritage site. There, several Champagne houses will introduce you to the secrets of the wine of kings by guiding you through tens of kilometers of cellars dug into the chalk.
Yes, history is the heartbeat of this city. But she does not forget those who like to dream. Embark on a journey with your head in the stars Planetarium, attend a knights' joust during its Johannine Festivals, marvel in the aisles of its Christmas market traditional, vibrate in front of the sound and light shows who give life to the cathedral and the Saint-Remi basilica… All this under the watchful eye of his famous Smiling Angel, of course!
Épernay, the beautiful Capital of Champagne
In the heart of wine-growing Champagne, Épernay invites you for a 100% sparkling getaway ! Prepare to be amazed by its iconic Avenue de Champagne : along these Champs-Élysées bubbles follow one another the most prestigious Champagne houses, who will make you taste a cup of their precious nectars…
Are you still thirsty for discoveries? Stay on the avenue to immerse yourself in the exciting exhibitions of the Champagne Wine and Regional Archeology Museum, presented in the magnificent Château Perrier. Then, gain height aboard the Tethered Balloon : in the air, you can then devour with your eyes the sublime 360° view of… the Montagne de Reims, among others!
After your return to earth, it's time to stretch your legs in the territory of Épernay Pays de Champagne, which is full of many trails : on foot, by bike, or on horseback, it's up to you!
Châlons-en-Champagne, a bubble of serenity
A little further from the Montagne de Reims, it is nevertheless simple and pleasant to reach Chalons-en-Champagne by Marne valley cycle route !
With its canals which give it the air of a little Venice, the city is a true paradise for cycling, hiking… and boats! Here, we stroll in boats with delight during the Eau'dyssée walks, organized by the tourist office: a fascinating way for young and old children to see the nuggets of Chalonnais heritage in a different way, day and night!
At night, the bridges and monuments of Châlons-en-Champagne are dressed in a thousand colors, during a sound and light show unique in Europe: Metamorph'eau'ses. It is Ondine, the nymph of the place, who accompanies you throughout this enchanting navigation…
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