Reims and Épernay, France: The Heart of the Champagne Region

Updated April 2025
Traveling to the Champagne Region of France, an easy jaunt from Paris provides visitors with a wealth of opportunities to explore an area known for the delightful beverage...champagne.
In addition to the beautiful countryside, its numerous vineyards and champagne houses, there are two beautiful small cities, Reims and Épernay which are a focal point of the region. Both are easy to reach and enjoyable to explore. This guide focuses on these two communities and the champagne growing area between them. It is not an overview of the entire Champagne region.
Information and guidance are provided on: leading attractions, lodging, and champagne houses. A guide to the area's famed champagne routes is also provided.