Things to do in  Champagne

Champagne is known for Champagne. Only sparkling wine produced in this region is allowed to be called Champagne, with the houses of Ruinart, Veuve Clicquot, and Moët et Chandon making their home in the area. Explore the idyllic French countryside and the historic towns of Reims and Strasbourg.

Catch the TGV train from Gare de l’Est in Paris—it’s about 45 minutes to the Reims Ville station in the center of Reims, which is the largest city in Champagne. Otherwise, it’s about two hours by car, or about three hours by bus.

If Champagne is your main focus, Epernay offers convenient houses and caves to tour along its Avenue du Champagne. It has a quieter, countryside atmosphere compared to the university city of Reims, which boasts the Reims Cathedral (a UNESCO World Heritage Site) and Roman ruins to explore.

Yes—Dom Perignon is a vintage brand owned by the house of Moët et Chandon, and they share the same cellars and house in Epernay. Visits to Dom Perignon require an appointment and are a private experience, so as to fully immerse yourself in the history of the iconic Champagne.

The historic city of Reims is the largest city in the region, boasting several Champagne houses and the 13th-century Reims Cathedral where the kings of France were once crowned. You can tour and taste at Champagne houses and explore the vineyards outside the city to immerse yourself in the area.

Moët et Chandon is the best-selling Champagne brand in the world, located on the Avenue du Champagne, in Epernay. Founded in 1743, the house has been name-dropped in songs by Queen, Prince, and Mariah Carey, and a visit is sure to evoke the luxury for which the brand is known.