Spring in Champagne
Springtime in Champagne is a magical season, when the vineyards come alive with vibrant green leaves and delicate blossoms. The weather is usually pleasant, making it an ideal time for exploring the area's scenic beauty. Spring is also when the Champagne houses begin preparing for the harvest season.
Autumn in Champagne
Autumn is perhaps the most stunning season to visit the major villages of Champagne. The vineyards turn into vibrant colours, creating a breath-taking natural spectacle. This is also when the harvest season begins, with grape pickers working carefully to collect the ripe grapes. It's an exciting time to witness the energy surrounding the Champagne production process and to savour its delightful bubbles.
Go behind the scenes of the Champagne industry and visit the most prestigious cellars on a private tour to the region’s best Champagne houses:
Reims, the unofficial capital of the Champagne wine-growing region, hosts one of the most beautiful and elegant cathedrals of Europe, the Notre Dame Cathedral, declared UNESCO World Heritage, or the Palais du Tau, an ancient mansion of French monarchs and kings.
On your way south to Epernay, where a walk along the luxurious Avenue de Champagne is a must, make sure to visit the village of Hautvillers, also known as the "Cradle of Champagne", to pay homage to the monk and cellar master Dom Pérignon inside its final resting place, the Dom Perignon Abbey.
Nearby Champagne Grand Cru villages such as Bouzy, Mailly, Verzy or Verzenay offer an incredible journey to beautiful vineyards and French culture.
Located in the heart of France’s idyllic Montagne de Reims natural park, overlooking the charming little villages of Champillon and Hautvilliers, where the great Dom Perignon is buried in the abbey, the Royal Champagne Hotel & Spa offers some of the finest relaxation opportunities in all of Champagne. Nominated as one of the top 3 resorts of Europe, the spa hotel features its private helipad for easy access by helicopter.
Created by architect Giovanni Pace, known for his work at the renowned champagne house of Moët & Chandon, the resort emphasises on quartz stones and acres of glass, giving an overwhelming feeling of lightness and freedom. Indulge yourself in its on-site spa, take a dip in the property’s outdoor infinity pool, savour in the beauty of the countryside with a glass of Champagne and enjoy a gastronomic dinner at its Le Royal Michelin-star restaurant.
Located in Reims, this amazing Relais & Chateaux mansion offers 20 extravagant rooms and suites housed within an impressive century-old villa. Domaine Les Crayères is an essential stop for immersing oneself in the sophisticated beauty of the French countryside.
Admire the property's perfectly manicured gardens and delight your palate at the award-winning Restaurant Le Parc. Equipped with two Michelin stars, this prestigious venue provides diners with a wealth of perfectly-crafted tasting menus with the finest locally-sourced ingredients available in the surrounding region.
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