Top 10 Free Things to do in Champagne-Ardenne, Grand Est

June 11, 2021 Jacquiline Darosa

Dom Perignon, Cristal, Veuve Clicquot... The very names evoke images of decadence and luxury, from star-studded parties in sunny destinations to candlelit evenings in 5-star surrounds. Champagne-Ardenne breaks out the bubbly by the millions of cases every year, drawing thirsty travelers the world over to taste its unparalleled sparkling wines and explore the chalky caves in which the Champagne matures. The surrounding countryside is rife with deep forests, rolling limestone and bright waterways.
Restaurants in Champagne-Ardenne

1. Champagne DOMI

10 rue Bruyere, 51190 Grauves France +33 3 26 59 71 03 [email protected] http://champagne-domi.com
Excellent
85%
Good
14%
Satisfactory
1%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 158 reviews

Champagne DOMI

Reviewed By helen1kuroki - West Chester, United States

My daughter and I went on a one day champagne tour excursion from Paris. Just 8 people were in the group, all English speakers. We had a French tour guide who did a wonderful job translating from French to English as we were shown the property and guided through the process of champagne making by the owner Stephane. We had a wonderful time in his tasting room as well. A kind and unassuming gentleman, this champagne master was a wonderful host. As others have mentioned, he does not currently ship outside of France but we were able to purchase a few bottles there. The trip was a delight and a real highlight of our two weeks in France.

2. Paul-Etienne Saint Germain

51 avenue de Champagne, 51200, Epernay France +33 3 26 32 31 12 [email protected]
Excellent
85%
Good
11%
Satisfactory
3%
Poor
1%
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Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 184 reviews

Paul-Etienne Saint Germain

Reviewed By 656turners - Paris, France

A lovely little spot for quite a nice champagne. We tasted and then purchased a 2015 vintage blanc de noirs. It felt like being in someone’s house. It was slightly awkward being just two of us for the tasting but of course a little champagne relieves the tension. In nicer weather it would be fun to sit outside.

3. Bulles et Bonheur champagne Elodie D

73 avenue de Champagne, 51200, Epernay France +33 6 63 69 11 10 [email protected] https://www.facebook.com/Bulles-et-Bonheur-1893496420898534/
Excellent
97%
Good
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Satisfactory
3%
Poor
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5.0 based on 31 reviews

Bulles et Bonheur champagne Elodie D

Champagne tasting bar Champagne Elodie D. harvesting Manipulant located in the mountain of Reims in Ecueil. Open Monday to Friday from 11 a.m. to 5.30 p.m. and from Saturday to Sunday from 10.30 a.m. to 6.30 p.m. from October to April and Monday to Thursday from 10.30 a.m. to 7.30 p.m. and from Saturday to Sunday from 10.30 a.m. to 8.30 p.m. from May to September

Reviewed By Snootifox - West Linn, United States

As we walked Avenue de Champagne we first ran in to Moet Chandon & reserved an afternoon tour & tasting. We then continued on looking at all of the houses & trying to determine where we may want to stop for a tasting. As we made our way to nearly the end of the Avenue we spotted Elodie D. We saw several patrons sitting in a lovely (not to formal) garden. We went in to check it out & like everyone else's comments we were delighted by stories of this champagne house & it's history of being in one family for generations & for the last 4 generations has been run by the women in the family. Fabrice (the husband/co-owner) was friendly & informative of the region & of their vineyards & wine growing production. He told us about each of their most popular vintages so we settled in with a delicious charcuterie tray & a few glasses of champagne. We spent a lovely 2 hours sipping, eating & chatting with Fabrice. We LOVED their champagne & their hospitality. Highly recommended so keep walking down the avenue until you find it. Worth the walk.

4. Basilique Saint-Remi

Rue Saint-Julien, 51100, Reims France +33 3 26 85 23 36 http://stremi-reims.cef.fr
Excellent
66%
Good
28%
Satisfactory
5%
Poor
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Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 1,116 reviews

Basilique Saint-Remi

Reviewed By SimonaRad - Paris, France

After seeing the big cathedral in the center, one would think that there is nothing else to see but this basilica is worth it. For special occasions they organize pipe organ concerts

5. Cathedrale Notre-Dame de Reims

3, rue Guillaume de Machault, 51100, Reims France +33 3 26 47 55 34 [email protected] https://www.cathedrale-reims.com/
Excellent
70%
Good
26%
Satisfactory
4%
Poor
0%
Terrible
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Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 7,485 reviews

Cathedrale Notre-Dame de Reims

Reviewed By X7772FNpaulf - London, United Kingdom

This is a stunning cathedral! It’s amazing, intricate, beautiful and awe inspiring from the outside and dramatic and breath taking from the inside. It’s sheer size and height is amazing and I’ve never seen such a wonderful set of stain glass windows ranging from the very old to ultra modern contemporary. It has a fascinating history and of course don’t miss the statue if the smiling angel. Now one of my favourite Cathedrals! .... and returning after dark (in summer) you can be treated to a superb light show projected onto front of Cathedral ... fantastic! Well done Reims.

6. Basilique Saint-Urbain

Pl. Vernier, Troyes France +33 3 25 73 37 13 http://www.patrimoine-histoire.fr/Patrimoine/Troyes/Troyes-Saint-Urbain.htm
Excellent
47%
Good
43%
Satisfactory
9%
Poor
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Terrible
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Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 161 reviews

Basilique Saint-Urbain

7. Cathedrale Saint-Pierre-et-Saint-Paul

Place Saint-Pierre, 10000, Troyes France +33 3 25 76 98 18 http://www.cathedraledetroyes.com/
Excellent
58%
Good
36%
Satisfactory
5%
Poor
0%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 804 reviews

Cathedrale Saint-Pierre-et-Saint-Paul

Reviewed By F2896EPchristopherg - Daventry, United Kingdom

Less severe than many cathedrals in France this is well worth a visit.You need time to enjoy the stained glass and the peace and tranquility of the surroundings. Suggest you visit here first before getting involved in Champagne tasting !

8. Eglise Ste-Madeleine

rue de la Madeleine, 10000, Troyes France +33 3 25 73 82 90 http://www.tourisme-troyes.com/patrimoine-religieux/eglise-sainte-madeleine-452380
Excellent
71%
Good
26%
Satisfactory
3%
Poor
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Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 452 reviews

Eglise Ste-Madeleine

Reviewed By Bufoid - Istanbul, Turkey

Definitely worth stopping by this church to see the architecture and stained glass windows. There are explanations in English about the different glass window panels, which definitely contributes to better understanding of their historical significance! There's also a lovely peaceful garden beside the church that make for a delightful overall visit!

9. Circuit de Reims-Gueux

14 rue du Moutier, Reims France http://www.amis-du-circuit-de-gueux.fr/-Accueil-
Excellent
51%
Good
35%
Satisfactory
11%
Poor
2%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 211 reviews

Circuit de Reims-Gueux

Called the Circuit de Reims-Gueux, this old road racing circuit is situated just outside the pretty village of Gueux, to the west of Reims on the Route Touristique de Champagne. The circuit saw it's heyday in the 50's and 60's with both 12 hour endurance races and 14 Formula 1 Grand Prix's. Indeed it's debut in Formula 1 was during the inaugural World Championship year in 1950. In 1954, Jaguar gained a 1,2,3 in the 12 hour race with a maiden victory for the D Type.

Reviewed By iWiebe - Utrecht, The Netherlands

Great place to visit and just west from Reims. Unfortunately the complete circuit can't be navigated anymore but the start finish area with grandstands, pit building and tower certainly make up for that.

10. Place Ducale

08000, Charleville-Mezieres France +33 3 24 59 61 59 http://www.cg08.fr/
Excellent
56%
Good
38%
Satisfactory
5%
Poor
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Terrible
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Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 577 reviews

Place Ducale

Reviewed By BBleeg - Sylt, Germany

Very nice place as big as a soccer field surrounded by impressive architecture and a vast choice of restaurants and bars to sit outside. Nice jeune gents everywhere!

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