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Champagne is a region in north-eastern France, south of the Ardennes. It lies at the crossroads of four départements: Ardennes, Marne, Aube and Haute-Marne. Champagne is part of the former Champagne-Ardenne region and includes major cities such as Reims and Épernay.
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Reims, Épernay or Troyes... Are you hesitating between several towns for your stay in Champagne? The Champagne region is full of towns to visit during your stay. From the Avenue du Champagne in Épernay to Notre-Dame Cathedral in Reims, the Champagne region is a great place to explore during your holiday!
Here are just a few examples of towns and villages to visit on a self-catering holiday in Champagne:
- Épernay
- Reims
- Troyes
- Châlons-en-Champagne
- Hautvillers
- Chateauvillain
- Langres
- Colombey-les-Deux-Eglises
- EssoyesTo add a touch of the unusual to your visit to the Champagne region, try an outdoor escape game with your children. In Reims, you can explore the city while taking part in an interactive game. It's the ideal activity for getting your family to discover the treasures of the Champagne region's heritage, while at the same time stimulating them!
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Accommodation is the main ingredient in a successful family holiday! If you're going away with the whole family, opt for a hotel on an estate, a bed and breakfast or a large gîte. Hotels with spacious rooms, an XXL swimming pool or a sunny terrace: it's up to you to create your dream accommodation!
For an unusual weekend with your children, opt for a cabin in the heart of nature, an authentic tepee or a night in a real castle. Perfect if you want to play at being princes or adventurers for a weekend in Champagne!
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The capital of the Champagne region, Reims is a must-see city to discover during your stay.
Here are a few ideas for things to do if you're visiting Reims:
- A family visit to its UNESCO-listed heritage sites: Reims Cathedral, the Palais du Tau, Saint-Remi Abbey, Saint-Nicaise Hill, etc.
- Enjoy an outdoor escape game in the streets of Reims
- Visit the prestigious champagne cellars as a family (juice option for the kids!)
- Enjoy a friendly bike ride in the Montagne de Reims Nature Park
- Follow the Champagne Tourist Route with your familyFind the best suggestions for a family weekend in Reims.
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With its vineyards stretching as far as the eye can see and its majestic Avenue du Champagne, Épernay is a must for any family holiday in the region.
Between its hillsides and its Champagne Houses, Épernay is one of the most emblematic towns in the Champagne region!
Here are the best things to do in Épernay over a weekend with your family:
- Take a stroll along theAvenue du Champagne
- Visit the Champagne Wine and Regional Archaeology Museum
- Explore villages such as Hautvillers or Ay-Champagne, both listed by UNESCO as "Coteaux, Maisons et Caves de Champagne".
- Treat yourself to a family lunch in one of the region's Michelin-starred restaurants
- Discover Épernay in a tethered balloon
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An ancient medieval city, Troyes is the perfect historic stop-off point for holidays in the Champagne region!
Here are a few ideas to inspire you:
- Take a guided tour of the historic town centre, with its timber-framed houses and splendid churches.
- Bargain shopping in Europe's shopping capital
- Take a seat in one of the town's restaurants or at the covered market to sample its gourmet specialities
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Bordered by the River Marne, the town of Châlons-en-Champagne looks like the City of the Doges. With its picturesque architecture and XXL gardens, the town offers a 100% natural interlude just 2 hours from Paris!
Here is our selection of things to do in Châlons-en-Champagne:
- Take a boat trip on the Mau and Nau rivers
- Stroll through the streets of the town centre
- Discover the Notre-Dame-en-Vaux cathedral
- Picnic in the Jards gardens
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With its prestigious Champagne Houses and its hillsides, Champagne is a popular region for lovers of fine bubbles, but also of heritage! As a result, some hotels and accommodation may be fully booked. To avoid any surprises, we advise you to book your hotel in advance. You'll get better value for money, and you'll be able to choose between your favourite hotels!