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Champagne by bike

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Cycling in the heart of the Champagne region, in the Marne valley and around Reims. Vineyard landscapes and a visit to the wine capital of Champagne.

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The Marne Valley and Champagne by bike

 

Carte Champagne à vélo au départ de Reims


Experience a cycling trip in the heart of the Champagne region, marked by the history of France and by arts and culture. Champagne is renowned for its vineyards. You will cycle through the countryside between the Marne Valley and the Reims Natural Park, admiring the beautiful scenery. You will meet residents who are passionate about their region. Champagne region also has a rich religious heritage with especially the Gothic Cathedral of Reims. 


Highlights of the tour: 

  • Discovery of the most beautiful villages of the Champagne region
  • Epernay, capital of champagne wines
  • Visit of historical monuments
  • Reims 

 

Day 1 - Arrival in Reims

You can arrive at your hotel in Reims in the afternoon. At around 6 p.m., you will receive a briefing on your trip. You can then take a stroll through the streets of Reims.

Overnight in Reims.


Day 2 - Reims - Matougues ~ 50 km

After breakfast, you will cycleon your bikes towards Matougues. You will have the pleasure to wander through the typical villages of the vineyards of the "Montagne de Reims" such as Mailly Champagne, Verzenay and Bouzy. This first cycling stage ends in Matougues.

Overnight in Matougues


Day 3 - Matougues - Epernay ~ 30 KM

After breakfast, you'll take a pleasant stroll along the peaceful Marne Canal towards Épernay. The afternoon will be devoted to discovering Épernay, the prestigious capital of Champagne wines. Stroll along the “Avenue de Champagne”, lined with majestic wine merchants' houses, and immerse yourself in the fascinating history of this exceptional terroir. Take the opportunity to visit some of the region's most impressive cellars, veritable underground cathedrals housing the finest vintages, before enjoying an unforgettable tasting session.

Overnight in Epernay.


Day 4 - Epernay, Loop in the Marne Valley ~ 37 KM

This beautiful stage guides you through the vineyards and mountains on the Route de Champagne along Marne la Vallée. Here you will admire a rich wine heritage. This bike route will offer you breathtaking views of the Marne Valley. This path through the vineyards leads you to Hautvillers, a charming village known for its Benedictine abbey. On the way to Venteuil, you can admire the view of the Château de Boursault. Take the other side of the Marne to return to Epernay.
Overnight in Epernay


Day 5 - Epernay - Loop in Côte de Blancs ~ 28 km

Today, set off to discover the vineyards of the “Côte des Blancs”, the cradle of the Chardonnay grape variety. Following the famous “Route du Champagne”, you'll reach Pierry, where you'll have the chance to explore an 18th-century castle and its cellars steeped in history.

Your itinerary continues by bike to the church of Chavot-Courcourt, an architectural gem dating from the 12th century. After a stop at Cuis, where you can admire a superb Romanesque church, the route takes you along the cliffs to Cramant. There, you'll be surprised by a monumental 8.50-metre bottle standing proudly on the heights. Not far from there, the charming wine-growing village of Avize welcomes you with its frescoed facades. You will then return to Epernay in the afternoon.

Overnight in Epernay.


Day 6 - Epernay - Reims ~ 36 km

 

After breakfast, the last cycling stage in Champagne will allow you to explore the national forest of Hautvillers by crossing the Golden Valley of Avenay and Germaine. The trip ends in Reims passing by Ludes by bike.
Overnight in Reims.


Day 7 - End of the bike trip

 

Your cycling trip ends after breakfast. You have the possibility to book an extra night to enjoy the city of Reims. 

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General information:

  • 7 days and 6 nights
  • Standard version: 3* hotels and guesthouses
  • Limited offer: 1 free rental bike per room, for all reservations made before May 18, 2025! To benefit, request a quote by email or phone

 

Dates 2025 :

 

Departure possible everyday except Saturdays from Mars to October

 

 

Included :

  • 6 nights with breakfasts
  • Tourist taxes
  • Welcome briefing at the beginning to the stay
  • GPS application
  • Luggage transportation
  • Assistance in case of breakdown (except flat tire).

 

Not included :

  • Transportation to the place of departure
  • Lunches
  • Drinks
  • Personal expenses
  • Visits other than those included in the program.

 

Options :

  • Standard bike or ebike rental
  • Half board
  • Extra night in Reims
  • Visit of a small or large Champagne house
  • Theft guarantee for the rented bike
  • Cancellation insurance

 

Level :
1 2 3 4 5 6

 

Terrain :
Hilly roads. The route requires a good physical level and is for cyclists with a minimum of experience. 

Itinerary on small paved vineyard and country roads as well as on bicycle paths. 

No or very little traffic. 

 

Climate:
Pleasant, little precipitation, localized rainfall.

 

Technicality :
30 to 50 km of riding per day, approximately 3 to 5 hours of cycling.

 

Additional nights: 
An extra night is offered in Reims. 

 

Meals :

Breakfasts: copious (coffee, tea, chocolate, milk, butter, bread, jam, orange juice) or buffet.
Lunches : not included
Dinners : optional


Bicycle :
- Rental bike: Standard bike or ebike will be given to you upon arrival. The bikes are equipped with a repair kit, a lock, a smarphone holder, a front and rear pannier and a helmet (recommended). At the end of the tour, you will have to leave the bike at the last hotel and inform the reception. We will take care of its return.

- Personal bike: We do not recommend bikes with small tires. Hybrid bikes are excellent. Remember to check your bike before you leave. At the end of the tour, you will be responsible for your own bike.

 

Assistance :
Assistance in case of breakdown (except for flat tires for which we do not intervene).

 

Luggage:
They are transported by a courier or by our team and limited to one piece of luggage per person (max. 20 kg).

 

Travel book :
We will provide you with access to a GPS application and a roadbook. 

 

Transportation : 
By train: Reims train station in 1 hour from Paris. The station is a 5-minute walk from the hotels. 

 

Cancellation insurance:
In order to guarantee the reimbursement of expenses in case of cancellation of your stay, you can take out cancellation insurance.

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