| Champagne.... this name should mean something
to you as it means something for people all around the
world. Champagne-Ardenne is the unique homeland of the
king of the sparkling wines: the Champagne. Dom Perignon,
Epernay, Veuve Cliquot... discover all these famous names
of Champagne and visit the numerous cellar wines or have
a walk through the verdant vineyards of this generous land. |
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Champagne-Ardenne can also
be proud of its religious monuments: this region has maybe
the most oustanding religious patrimony in France. Visit
the Roman churches with their pure features, discover
the hidden churches of the Champagne countryside and admire
the jewel of this patrimony, the cathedral of Reims, where
no less than 24 kings of France have been crowned. This
rich heritage seems to testify that France has always
cherished this voluptuous land, and you will with no doubt
have the same feeling at the first sight! |
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But Champagne-Ardenne is also an invitation to enjoy
nature. The region boasts about its 5000 kilometers of
hiking, horse-riding, biking trails. 2 major lakes and
600 kilometers of waterways are also here to provide
you with water leisures such as boating peacefully through
the valley of the Meuse or canoing on the Semoy. The
large forests in the mysterious Ardennes mountains wil
also welcome you to discover the charms of relatively
unspoiled natural surroundings.
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www.tourisme-champagne-ardenne.com :
official web site of the Champagne-Ardenne Tourism Office.
This site is a good introduction to the charms of the region
but doesn't offer so much information. You can find a map of
the region and also a search engine for touristic interests.
www.ville-reims.com/anglais:
this official website of the city of Reims invites you to
discover its heritage and its art of living : 4 monuments
UNESCO listed as World Heritage, numerous museums, champagne
cellars, cuisine and many big events all year long...
www.ardenne.org: This
site brings together the numerous items of information (Internet
links) on the many activities available in the Ardennes. Unfortunately,
there aren't so much internet links about the Ardennes!
www.ardennes.com:
official web site of the Ardennes Tourism Office. You can
find a map of the region and also order brochures in English.
(Website in French only)
Know more about famous champagne brands and visit their cellars
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- Champagne Canard-Duchêne www.canard-duchene.fr
- Champagne Piper-Heidsieck www.piper-heidsieck.com
- Champagne Lanson www.lansonpf.com
last update: February 12, 2002
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