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Julien

Julien

I am providing private tours with a guide (English, Spanish or Italian language) from Parisians...

€420.00
Brice

Brice

Offers tours in:
Champagne, France

It is a pleasure to share my passion about wines and champagnes and History in a relaxed and...

€309.00
Angélique  , the connoisseur of the Champagne region

Angélique , the connoisseur of the Champagne region

Angélique , your guide was born in Epernay, in the heart of the Champagne cradle where the...

€175.00
Sébastien, organizer of Champagne Tours

Sébastien, organizer of Champagne Tours

Established in 2012, Vinotilus is an incoming travel agency and we organize travels for...

€288.00
Raphael

Raphael

Experience Wine, History and Tours in Champagne After working for 7 years as a tour guide around...

€400.00
Nina

Nina

I'm an Oenologist and I absolutely love everything related to wine. I have a BCS degree in...

€58.00
Francois

Francois

Offers tours in:
Champagne, France

ABOUT ME: Engineering for the French government agriculture. Oenology and viticulture. MBA of the...

€149.00

Best Cities to Visit in Champagne, France

Map Of Champagne Wineries

How to Reach Wineries in Champagne

Wineries in Champagne are easily accessible by different means of transportation.

By Air

If you are planning a trip to wineries in Champagne and need to reach France by air, the closest airport is Paris Charles de Gaulle International Airport (CDG) . The main airport in Paris is more or less 150km away from the main wineries in Champagne. You can also arrive at Paris Orly Airport (ORY).
From both airports you can choose different means of transport to reach wineries in Champagne; you can either take a train or rent a car. 

By Car

The best way to experience wineries in Champagne is by driving across the unique sub-regions and vineyards of the world's most famous wine region. The main city in Champagne are Reims and Epernay, so just be sure to follow road signs to those cities while driving to wineries in Champagne.
From there, you will find tons of signs and information about roads to take to get to wineries in Champagne. Each sub-region (Reims, Marne Valley, Côte des Blancs and Côte de Sézanne, Côte des Bar) has its own wine route.

By Train

The easiest way to visit the wineries in Champagne by train is to reach Paris with a high-speed (TGV) train. From Paris Gare de l'Est you can take a TGV train to Reims (45 minutes away). To get to Epernay, catch a TER train from Paris Gare de l'Est towards Strasbourg and in 1h and 20 minutes you will arrive very close to wineries in Champagne. 
To travel between Reims and Epernay, take a TER train and the journey will only be either 25 or 35 minutes. From Reims you can also easily reach Chalôns-en-Champagne, anothe important centre in the Champagne wine region.

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Everything you need to know before you visit wineries in Champagne

Are you looking for tips or advice on wineries in Champagne wine region? We have provided a list of wineries in Champagne open for visitors with direct booking options through our website. At WineTourism.com, we are available to answer any questions and help guide you towards the best fit when planning your wine region experience in Champagne wine region. We hope you will discover what makes the region special and enjoy your exploration of the unforgettable Champagne wine region!

The best season to visit wineries in Champagne

There is no best time to visit wineries in Champagne as the region offers incredible possibilities all-year round. A good idea might be to visit between May and October.
In Spring, vineyards are fully green and filled with grapes; in Summer, the temperature rises but wineries in Champagne are willing to welcome you and offer you an amazing glass of fresh French Champagne. Harvesting season begins in late September and that's normally the busiest period for wineries in Champagne. Many people chose to visit wineries in Champagne during the Autumn because of the amazing colors of the landscape and to witness the harvesting of grapes. 

What are the wineries in Champagne like?

Being on the list of UNESCO World Heritage, wineries in Champagne  promise nothing less than an extraordinary experience. All wineries in Champagne have their own unique and distinctive character. 
Wineries in Champagne are mostly historical and family-run businesses, that still produce Champagne with traditional methods. More recently, ancient traditions of winemaking were combined with modern technologies and innovations.
A lot of wineries in Champagne show great respect towards sustainability and organic viticulture with one thing in mind, the highest quality possible.

The most common grape variety and style of wines in Champagne

Wineries in Champagne plant their vineyards with Pinot NoirPinot Meunier and Chardonnay grapes. Also, other approved varieties are Arbane, Petit Meslier, Pinot Blanc and Pinot Gris but all together cover less than 0.3% of plantings.
The most common style of wines produced by wineries in Champagne is, drum roll.... Champagne! The world's most famous and prestigious sparkling wine can be divided into 7 categories, depending on the sugar dosage it contains:

Language tips to visit wineries in Champagne

Some words to remember before you visit wineries in Champagne:

EnglishFrench
WineryVignoble
WineVin
VineVigne
Wine tastingDégustation de vins
Wine cellarCave à vins
Cheers!à votre santé

Frequently Asked Questions

The most frequently asked questions by our visitors

What are the best wineries to visit in Champagne?

How do you visit Champagne wineries?

Most of the wineries in Champagne are located in the wine regions in the countryside. The best way to prepare a visit to a winery in Champagne is to book your visit in advance on our website.

Which are the best wineries to visit in Champagne during my holiday or vacation?

The best wineries to visit during your holiday or vacation to Champagne are:

Which wineries in Champagne are open to the public?

These wineries in Champagne are open to the public with booking in advance:

Are there any small & boutique wineries to visit in Champagne?

This is our selection of small & boutique wineries in Champagne that you can visit:

What are the best family wineries to visit in Champagne?

These are the best family wineries in Champagne that you can visit:

Are there any wineries near Reims, Troyes or Epernay?

Use our interactive Champagne winery map to browse wineries near Reims, Troyes and Epernay.

What do wineries in Champagne offer?

Wineries in Champagne offer numerous facilities such as wine tasting halls and cellar door sales in astonishing wine shops. Almost all wineries in Champagne have reduced mobility access to allow everybody to experience their high-quality Champagnes. Many wineries give pet owners the possibility to bring their dogs, activities for kids and parking spaces for busses. 
Due to their limited space, wineries in Champagne hardly offer accommodation services, but along all Champagne wine trails there are exceptional accommodations to stay!

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Read our travel guide to the Champagne wine region, or discover our very selection of wine tastings and tours in Champagne.

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