Located east of Reims, the Massif de Saint-Thierry and the Ardre Valley offer a rich natural and architectural heritage, to be explored on foot, from the air and even underground.

Vineyards and forests shape a magnificent green landscape in the Massif de Saint-Thierry, cradling villages deeply connected to the coronation history of France’s Kings.

From Bar-sur-Seine to Bar-sur-Aube, the Côte des Bar vineyards form a sweeping arc southeast of Troyes, where Pinot Noir reigns supreme. Along the Champagne Tourist Route, rolling hills, lush countryside and a mosaic of geometric vineyard plots unfold — shaped over generations by dedicated winegrowers. Vaulted cellars and the famous cadoles — traditional stone vineyard huts — are emblematic of this distinctive territory. In Troyes, lovers of history and architecture will be charmed by elegant townhouses, half-timbered homes and winding streets…

Extending from the Côte des Blancs vineyards, south-west of Épernay, the Coteaux du Sézannais and the Petit Morin invite you to discover an exceptionally rich wine-growing, historical, architectural and natural heritage.

In this true kingdom of Chardonnay, nearly 300 winegrowers cultivate some 2,300 hectares of vineyards.

Through the Association de Promotion des 2 Coteaux, the destination works to energise and promote a diverse wine tourism offer, where producers and local residents warmly share their love of the land.

A true treasure of Champagne vineyards, the Côte des Blancs and the southern slopes of Épernay stretch across a vast area from northeast to southwest, their hillsides and ridgelines forming the natural boundary of the Brie plateau over some fifteen kilometres.

Renowned worldwide, the Côte des Blancs owes its reputation to its exceptional ability to produce Champagnes prized by connoisseurs. Wines from this vineyard are distinguished by their delicate, airy aromas, expressing remarkable elegance and finesse.

Here, the Montagne de Reims vineyards stretch between the forested slopes of the Montagne de Reims Regional Nature Park and the surrounding agricultural plains. This region benefits from distinct microclimates that make possible to grow all three Champagne-authorised grape varieties, producing a wide range of wines with diverse profiles — shaped by producers’ expertise in blending and ageing.

This vineyard follows the Marne River between Tours-sur-Marne and Dormans, extending as far as the Aisne department. Along the way, discover Épernay, Champagne’s historic capital, where the famous Avenue de Champagne is lined with elegant mansions that house internationally renowned Champagne Houses.

Nearby Hautvillers, a village made for leisurely strolls, is forever associated with the monk Dom Pérignon. Following the Marne, you will reach Châtillon-sur-Marne, watched over by the impressive statue of Pope Urban II, before continuing on to Dormans, where you can visit the Memorial to the Battles of the Marne.

A gateway to the Champagne vineyards.

The Coteaux Vitryats lie on the Côte de Champagne, more precisely in an area known as the Perthois wine region. 

Centrally located in Champagne, around 50 kilometres from the Coteaux du Sézannais and the Côte des Blancs, and 70 kilometres from the Côte des Bar in the Aube, — the area offers wide open vistas and a real sense of space.

Discover the land of La Fontaine’s Fables, just 100 kilometres from Paris, in the heart of the Champagne vineyards. Pick up the wine tourism guide from the Maison du Tourisme des Portes de la Champagne in Château-Thierry, and immerse yourself in age-old savoir-faire that passionate winegrowers are delighted to share.