Romantic Champagne getaway

Reims invites you to enjoy a romantic stroll, hand in hand. Go behind the scenes at the national drama centre, join an Art Deco guided tour, or choose something else from the list of theme tours created by the Tourist Office. 

Then recharge your batteries with a bistro lunch at Au Bon Manger. Here you’ll find dishes prepared from high-quality local produce, as well as a few spicy options.  

Walk off your meal with a visit of the Notre Dame Cathedral of Reims, a gem of Gothic architecture on the UNESCO World Heritage list. The cathedral's courtyard is the perfect spot to propose, if you can gather the courage! Foodies couples can pop into the Maison Fossier, a renowned biscuit factory, to stock up on the famous pink biscuits of Reims to take home. 

Top off this first day of your romantic Champagne getaway by dining at Le Jardin  on the grounds of Les Crayères. A gourmet bistro-style restaurant with a commitment to excellence, focusing on seasonal ingredients.

Where to stay? Luxury apartment Ma nuit ô spa. 60 square metres devoted entirely to your wellbeing, with a spacious jacuzzi bath, a Finnish sauna, a hammam(Turkish bath) and an theraputic shower. 

Drive for about 35 minutes to reach Épernay, just 29 km away. On the way, consider a stop at the  Montagne de Reims  Regional Nature Park. It’s the perfect opportunity to enjoy a breath of fresh air with your loved one.

For a deeper immersion in nature, visit the  Faux de Verzy  site instead. This enchanting, mysterious forest provides a unique backdrop for your souvenir photos. The 3-km walk here is an officially recommended trail. Don’t miss the nearby Mont Sinaï Observatory, standing 286 meters above sea level, and its historic blockhouses, which are listed as historical monuments.

Once you arrive in Épernay, don’t forget to visit its most famous street, also listed as UNESCO World Heritage: Avenue de Champagne. This is where you’ll find the famous champagne houses in superb buildings lined up one after the other for more than a kilometre. 

We recommend you visit the Maison Perrier-Jouët, if only for the design of its champagne bottles. The gardens and ivy-covered house make a beautiful backdrop to what could be your most romantic moment yet! 

Where to stay? Just 10 minutes from Épernay, you can unwind in the restful haven of a 5-star hotel, La Briqueterie. Here, the swimming pool, jacuzzi, sauna and hammam shouldn’t fail to impress!

Complete your 3-day romantic Champagne getaway in style with a visit to Troyes. This beautiful town is a delight with its vibrantly painted half-timbered houses and traditional stained-glass windows. Take this opportunity to explore together the heritage of Aube, by visiting the Cité du vitrail (stained-glass centre) or strolling around the market in search of the famous andouillette of Troyes. Feast your tastebuds at the restaurant Aux crieurs de vin. The menu changes every day as it is based on fresh, seasonal produce supplied by small, organic farmers.

It’s now time to experience another great tradition of Troyes: an afternoon shopping spree in one of the city’s factory outlet villages. The perfect place to find a romantic gift that is sure to appeal.

• Visit La Champagne

Further reading : 

• 6 cocons pour dormir au milieu des vignes de Champagne