Cycle through this beautiful area on day 2
Take a rest and soak up the lovely views
Ride through the rolling countyside on a leisurely cycle
Enjoy a fantastic exploration of the region by bike
Experience the famous product of this delightful region
Be sure to pick up some of the local delicacies during the tour
Enjoy riding through rural vistas and delightful villages, discovering historic gems along the way
Visit champagne houses and tour the underground cellars
Spend a few days exploring the champagne centre of Epernay and its surrounds where you can visit renowned names such as Moet and Chandon
Visit and meet the families and local producers that create the famous wine of the region

Champagne Bike & Bubbly

Duration
5 days
Site savings
$15
From
$726 USD

Champagne: the name conjures images of effervescent golden liquid, sparkling in an elegant flute, toasting a celebration, and also the rolling countryside in France where this fabulous drink is produced. This leisurely exploration of the Champagne region will reward you with beautiful, charming villages, chalk hillsides covered in pinot noir, pinot meunier and chardonnay vines; and of course the opportunity to meet the families who create the world’s most famous wine. Champagne also holds some surprises: medieval churches, the Gothic Notre Dame cathedral of Reims, and a lighthouse hundreds of kilometers from the sea, built as a publicity stunt in 1909.

  • Category
    Cultural & Historical
  • Type
    Self-Guided
  • Duration
    5 days
  • Culture Level
    Familiar
  • Skill Level
    2 - Novice
  • Activity Level
    2 - Moderate
  • Elevation
    2 - Moderate
  • Terrain
    Agricultural
  • Distance
    74.6 miles
  • Avg. Daily Distance
    24.9 miles
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Quick Stats

  • Duration
    5 days
  • Main Destination
    France
  • Distance
    74.6 miles
  • Avg. Daily Distance
    24.9 miles
  • Elevation
    2 - Moderate
  • Terrain
    Agricultural

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Itinerary Details

  1. Day 1Arrival in Reims

    Arrive at your leisure in Reims. You may like to take some time to explore the “coronation city” which is renowned for its historical architecture, especially the Cathedral of Notre-Dame, where many French monarchs were crowned. Or perhaps book a tour at one of the many Maisons de Champagne in Reims. Afternoon briefing with route manager. Tonight's stay is in a charming 3-star hotel in the heart of Reims.

    • Hotel in Reims
  2. Day 2Reims – Epernay

    Today’s route takes you through the Montagne de Reims. Cycle surrounded by picturesque hillsides and valleys covered in vines, through many pretty villages, including Chigny-Les-Roses, home of Louise Pommery and over 40 wine cellars. If your legs are up to the challenge, visit the Museum of the Vine in the lighthouse at Verzenay (entry fee approx. 7€, not included) and climb up the 101 steps to the top for the breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside.  Follow up by a very leisurely ride of around 12 kilometers (7.5 miles) along the Marne canal.

    Arrive in Epernay, France’s champagne capital and home to some of its most famous champagne houses: Moët & Chandon, Perrier-Jouët, Mercier, Pol Roger, and De Castellane, to name but a few. Take a leisurely walk along the Champs Elysées of Epernay, the Avenue de Champagne, with its 110 kms (68 mi) of underground cellars. Tonight’s accommodation is either in a small, family run 3-star hotel or a guesthouse in a converted townhouse, both centrally located.

    • 31.1 miles
    • Hotel or guesthouse in Epernay
    • Breakfast
  3. Day 3Epernay – Epernay roundtrip

    Start cycling early today, as the climb to the pretty village of Hautvillers will certainly get your heart racing! Don’t worry though; you can freewheel all the way down on the return trip. The panoramic views overlooking Epernay and the Marne River are stunning, with vineyards stretching as far as the eye can see. Hautvillers is said to be the cradle of champagne, the home of Dom Perignon, the master-blender of champagne. You can cycle along the cobbled streets and up to the church to visit his tombstone. Appreciate the unique and colorful wrought-iron signage above the town's shops and houses. One of the favorite things to do here is pop into the very interesting antique shop, Entre Cave et Jardin, where you’ll find everything related to champagne. While you browse around you can also enjoy a fine glass of champagne! Or you could spoil yourself with a glass of bubbly at the Bistrot right in the center of the village before you head downhill. Head towards Damery, with its pretty 12th century St. George’s church, and then back to Epernay for the evening.

    • 21.7 miles
    • Accommodation in Epernay
    • Breakfast
  4. Day 4Epernay – Reims

    It is time to cycle back to Reims for your last evening. Today’s route takes you through the Montagne de Reims, a regional nature park on a plateau some 300 meters (984 ft) above sea level. A lovely route through the forest, past small, quaint villages, Roman churches – if you are lucky, perhaps spotting wild boar or deer. Finish your day with a hearty dinner in Reims (booked for you if half-board option chosen), staying again in a 3-star hotel.

    • 21.7 miles
    • Hotel in Reims
    • Breakfast
  5. Day 5Departure

    End of your cycling trip after breakfast.

    • Breakfast