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Weekend in the chalk quarries of Reims

A dive into Champagne heritage through caves carved in the chalk, from Maison Veuve Clicquot to the Roman galleries of Saint-Brice. Two days of tastings, a Gothic cathedral, and arty bistros in Reims.

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11/08/2026

Automatically translated from French ·

09:30

Cathedral Notre-Dame de ReimsFree

Visit Chagall' stained glass windows and the Gallery of Kings, a Gothic masterpiece where 33 kings of France were crowned.

Tip: Enter through the North Portal to better grasp the symmetry of the sculpted facade.

11:30

Maison Veuve Clicquot

Descend into the Gallo-Roman chalk quarries 20 m underground, carved in chalk for aging on lees.

Tip: Ask the guide about the Madame Clicquot Gallery: the Brut Yellow Label has been tasted there since 1841.

13:00

Le Foch

Bistronomy in the heart of Reims around a veal sweetbri dish and a fish terrine, near the Jardin de la Patte-d'Oie.

Tip: The 32 € lunch menu is one of the best value-for-money in the city center.

15:00

Maison Pommery

Tour through 18 km of classified chalk quarries, featuring the contemporary frescoes of the Crayères des Lumières.

Tip: Go up to the Villa belvedere: panoramic view of Reims and the vineyards.

17:30

Place RoyaleFree

Stroll around the statue of Louis XV and the fountains, to admire the most beautiful sculpted portal in Reims.

Tip: Capture the golden facade at the end of the day: the light is perfect for photos.

19:30

Le Jardin des Crayères

Gastronomic dinner signed by Philippe Mille in a green setting: blue lobster and quail, with house champagne pairings.

Tip: Choose the Dégustation des Crayères menu with a glass of Krug Grande Cuvée.

09:00

Crayères de Saint-Brice~10€

Gallo-Roman network of 1,600 m under the Saint-Brice district, former chalk quarries converted into champagne cellars.

Tip: Book for Saturday: the guide leads you to the ancient extraction niches, still intact.

11:00

Marché couvert Les Halles du BoulingrinFree

Stop by the market artisans: cheesemaker, baker, and charcutier of the Champagne terroir.

Tip: Taste the Reims white sausage at the Brunet stand, a market gem.

13:00

Brasserie Le Jardin

Lunch in a paved courtyard: grilled pig's trotter and Maroilles tart, warm atmosphere.

Tip: The summer terrace overlooks an ivy wall, perfect after the coolness of the cellars.

15:00

Maison Taittinger

Visit the medieval chalk quarries dug by the monks of the Saint-Nicaise abbey, where the Grande Réserve ages.

Tip: Go down to the Gallo-Roman chapel: the acoustics are amazing.

17:30

Basilique Saint-RémiFree

Discover this 11th-century Romanesque jewel, the cradle of the Benedictine order in Champagne.

Tip: Take a look at the Flamboyant choir: it is often overlooked in favor of the cathedral.

19:30

L'Écluse

Friendly dinner near the canal: AAA andouillette, wood-fired beef rib, and a rarely seen Champagne menu.

Tip: Ask for the Egly-Ouriet Ambonnay champagne, produced by small growers.

Practical tips

The chalk in the quarries stays at 12 °C: bring a light sweater even in midsummer.
The Reims City Pass (24 €) covers three houses: Clicquot, Pommery, and Taittinger, which is economical.
Leave your car at the Maison de Champagne and then walk everywhere: the sights are concentrated within less than 2 km.

Indicative total budget: Average budget (250-350 € per person, caves + gastronomy + city-center hotel)

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