What water sports can you do in Epernay?
With the arrival of the warmer weather, there’s just one thing we’re looking forward to: getting back into the swing of outdoor pursuits, especially water sports! In Epernay, you can experience the thrill of a wakeboard, take a canoe-kayak trip from the water sports centre or take a gastronomic cruise on the Marne. In short, whether you fancy a swim, a sail, a surf or simply a spot of chilling out by the water, here’s our selection of the must-do water sports activities in and around Epernay.
Canoeing and kayaking at the Epernay water sports centre
What could be more pleasant than a refreshing break just a few minutes from Epernay town centre? At the Epernay water sports centre, you can easily hire a kayak, canoe (for 1, 2 or 3 people) or stand-up paddle. You can discover (or rediscover) the joys of sailing in the bucolic setting of the wild Marne. There are several circuits accessible from the outdoor centre, depending on your level and/or your mood of the day.
Take a cruise on the Marne with Bateau Champagne Vallée
If you prefer to let yourself be carried away while enjoying an immersive nautical experience, then opt for a cruise on the Marne with Bateau Champagne Vallée. Head to the Cumières pier, just 10 minutes from Epernay, to board a magnificent paddlewheel boat. Once seated in the panoramic room, you’ll have a front-row seat to observe the Champagne vineyards, their remarkable hillsides and their flora and fauna. Whether you choose a guided cruise, a lunch cruise or a dinner cruise, it’s up to you to decide what flavour you’d like to give to this timeless experience!
Wake-boarding at Champagne Wake Park
The Champagne Wake Park welcomes you for an exceptional session of wakeboarding, water skiing or even kneeboarding for beginners. Set in lush greenery just 10 minutes from Epernay, you’ll have plenty of time to discover the waterski lift course and experience the pleasures of sliding! Once you’ve finished your water sports session, don’t forget to sip a drink or grab a bite to eat on the waterside terrace. A holiday atmosphere and a change of scenery guaranteed!
Sailing an electric boat on the Marne
Would you like to discover the Marne by captaining your own boat? Blue Nautic’s electric boats make it possible. From the leisure centre nestling inside the Epernay municipal campsite, hire a small electric boat for a few hours and explore the Marne in complete freedom. An ideal water sports activity if you don’t have a boating licence, but you’re feeling like a sailor!
Champagne-style water sports
And if you want to continue the nautical experience in Epernay, then don’t hesitate to book a private cruise on the Marne aboard the Bullet 1927, a sublime MaasKruiser boat designed in 1927. Accompanied by Jérôme, your pilot, discover the secret valley of the Marne, its landscapes and its wildlife.
Private houseboat trip from Aÿ-Champagne
Designed to accommodate up to 8 people, My House Boat is comfortably equipped to ensure you have the most enjoyable cruise along the vineyards of the Coteaux, Maisons et Caves de Champagne, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
There are three routes to choose from, lasting from 1 to 4 hours and departing from Aÿ-Champagne towards Bisseuil or Hautvillers, depending on the option you choose. The 1 hour 15 minute Les Flâneries walk takes you to discover the Clos des Goisses, which gave its name to one of the cuvées of Champagne Philipponnat; and which is also the location of a famous photograph showing a bottle of champagne when the hillsides are reflected in the waters of the canal. If you have half a day to spare, try the Intermède (3 hours) or the Eclipse (4 hours), tours that take you through a lock and include one or two Champagne tastings*.
From €200 to €699, My House Boat private cruises are ideal for sharing time with family or friends, up to 8 people. And the icing on the cake is that your escapade is environmentally friendly, thanks to the solar panels that generate the electricity needed to run the boat.
* Alcohol abuse is dangerous for your health. Drink in moderation.