Epernay and its vineyards
How can you resist the call of the vineyards in the Champagne capital? All around Epernay, a sea of vines stretches as far as the eye can see! Immerse yourself in incredible landscapes, where hillsides, rivers and forests form the ideal setting for a romantic weekend or a family holiday. Explore these picture-postcard backdrops during a walk or activity selected just for you!
The different vineyards around Epernay in Champagne
The Marne Valley
At the crossroads of several prestigious Champagne terroirs, the Capital of Champagne lives up to its name! Epernay is surrounded by vineyards like a lighthouse in the middle of the ocean. The town is a gateway to the vineyards of the Marne Valley and its hillsides, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Just 5 kilometers away, the village of Cumières opens the way to the historic heart of Champagne. Right next door, Hautvillers, the cradle of champagne, overlooks the Marne River and offers an exceptional panorama.
The Côte des Blancs
Another vineyard not to be missed from Epernay is the Côte des Blancs. To the south of the city, it stretches for some 15 kilometers, with a succession of famous Champagne villages. Here, the vines make the most of a terroir that gives pride of place to chalk. An ideal blank canvas for growing the Chardonnay grape variety in an exceptional setting!
The Mountain of Reims
Take Epernay’s legendary avenue de Champagne to the emblematic Montagne de Reims vineyards to the north of the city. Set between vineyards and forests, this terroir offers breathtaking views of the Marne Valley below. Don’t hesitate to follow the Champagne Tourist Route from village to village: winegrowers are happy to open the doors of their estates to you for a cellar visit or a tasting.
And if you’d like to extend your escapade to discover other Champagne terroirs, continue on to the verdant Ardre Valley or the Massif de Saint-Thierry, north-west of Epernay!
#10 activités incontournables pour découvrir le vignoble d’Epernay
Champagne Wine and Regional Archaeology Museum
Visit Château Perrier, in the heart of the legendary avenue de Champagne, to discover the remarkable collections of the Musée du Vin de Champagne et d’Archéologie Régionale. In a splendid setting, the third section of the museum is dedicated to the king of wines. Learn all about the Champagne vineyards, from the history of the Appellation d’Origine Contrôlée (AOC) to winemaking techniques, past and present!
Pressoria
If there’s one museum you’ll want to visit to immerse yourself in the Champagne vineyards, it’s Pressoria. The scenography takes you on a fascinating sensory journey to reveal all the secrets of champagne’s inimitable bubbles! Don’t miss the museum’s terrace and its breathtaking view of the Aÿ-Champagne vineyards.
Sacré Wine Tour
What better way to explore Epernay’s vineyards than on an excursion among the vines? By bike or by car, explore the hillsides and cellars of Champagne in the company of Romain, your guide and the son of a winemaker!
Festi'Vallée
How about a thrill-seeking tour of the Champagne vineyards? The Festi’Vallée team takes you on a buggy or quad ride through the Marne Valley. Watch the work in the vineyard in action!
My Vintage Tour Company
From Epernay, take to the Champagne region’s most beautiful roads to discover the 3 terroirs nearby, thanks to My Vintage Tour Company. Whether it’s a trip through the vineyards in the iconic Estafette Alouette Renault, a ride in a 4L or a bike tour, choose the package that suits you best. An exceptional, unusual experience!
Aÿ Champagne Experience
Enjoy an unforgettable experience as you discover the most famous villages and vineyards of the Champagne region! Aÿ Champagne Expérience offers private or small-group guided tours, as well as unusual Champagne experiences such as bottle sabering, wine-tourism escapades and harvest days.
Marie-Antoinette's Imperial
Whether you’re a couple, a group of friends or a family, discover the magnificent Champagne countryside aboard Marie-Antoinette’s Impériale. On a private or shared tour, enjoy a joyful, sparkling stroll through the heart of the Epernay vineyards. Special mention for the breathtaking view from the rooftop of this unique bus!
French-style
Visit and tasting at the winemaker’s, electric bike or van excursion, Champagne lunch or dinner… The “À la française” agency team specializes in creating unique Champagne experiences. An ideal way to discover the Epernay vineyards in an authentic, fun way.
Le Petit train des Vignobles de Champagne
Head for Chamery, high above Epernay, for an unusual guided tour aboard the Petit train des Vignobles de Champagne. Comfortably seated, you’ll discover Champagne’s winemaking expertise and the charming village of Chamery, nestled in the heart of the Montagne de Reims Regional Park. The tour through the vineyards offers breathtaking views of the Montagne de Reims vineyards.
Champagne Cuillier and its hot-air balloon
Last but not least, take to the skies over the Saint-Thierry vineyards, 40 km from Epernay, for a wow-factor Champagne experience! Beneath your feet, the landscape unfolds between exceptional plots, historic villages and wooded valleys. Patrick Cuillier, winegrower and hot-air balloon pilot for over 10 years, accompanies you on this breathtaking aerial tour!