The Cémarose Travel Journal - Spring 2025 Newsletter
Dear Champagne lovers and travelers in search of unusual and sparkling discoveries,
Spring is gently settling into the Champagne hillsides, awakening the vines and heralding a season rich in events in Épernay. In 2025, the Avenue de Champagne celebrates its centenary, offering a multitude of cultural and festive events not to be missed. Make the most of your stay at the Cémarose Gîte & Spa to fully experience these unique moments.
📅 Highlights of the centenary of Avenue de Champagne
🎨 Open-air exhibition "Champagne Avenue, 100 years already!"
Since January 16, 2025, an open-air exhibition has been retracing the history and heritage of this famous thoroughfare. The themes evolve with the seasons:
🏃♂️ 10 km from Épernay, Champagne Country
On April 25, 2025, more than 1,500 runners will set off from Avenue de Champagne for this iconic race, combining sport and conviviality.
🎶 Music Festival
On June 21, 2025, the gardens of the Town Hall and the museum will come alive with a variety of concerts, celebrating music in all its forms in a festive atmosphere.
🥂 White Party
On July 14, 2025, on the occasion of the National Day and the 10th anniversary of the inscription of the "Slopes, Houses and Cellars of Champagne" as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, a white picnic will be organized on the Avenue de Champagne, followed by a popular ball and a fireworks display.
🏛️ European Heritage Days
On September 20 and 21, 2025, Avenue de Champagne will be in the spotlight with special tours and events, offering a dive into its rich past.
🎭 Exhibition "And suddenly the champagne"
From October 2025 to April 2026, the Champagne Wine and Regional Archaeology Museum will present an exhibition exploring the cultural and social representations of champagne through various works and objects.
🏃♀️ 100 km Challenge
On October 5, 2025, take part in this friendly sporting event on Avenue de Champagne, aiming to collectively cover more than 100 km, whether running or walking.
✨ Clothes of Light
From December 12 to 14, 2025, the 25th edition of this event will illuminate the Avenue de Champagne with street performances, light installations, champagne bars, as well as gastronomic entertainment and a parade of vintage vehicles.
For more information on these events, visit the official website of the City of Épernay: epernay.fr
🥂 10 years since the UNESCO listing of the Hillsides, Houses and Cellars of Champagne
July 4, 2025, will mark the 10th anniversary of its World Heritage listing. Events will be organized around iconic sites, particularly in Épernay, Hautvillers, and the historic hillsides. A wonderful opportunity to rediscover this exceptional landscape.
Date: July 4, 2025 Source: champagne-patrimoinemondial.org
🚴♀️Cycling tourism in Champagne: a slow-paced experience
Discover Épernay and its surroundings by bike in slow mode
Champagne offers an ideal playground for cycling enthusiasts. Between vineyard-covered valleys, picturesque villages, and Champagne houses, each pedal stroke takes you through exceptional landscapes. The Épernay Tourist Office offers several cycling routes suitable for all levels, from family rides of a few kilometers to sporty itineraries through the vineyards.
Opt for a slow-paced stay that will allow you to savor every moment of your stay. On a bike, time stands still, giving you the opportunity to stop at a winery, picnic among the vines, or photograph a breathtaking panorama. The small country roads of the Champagne vineyards and the greenways invite you to take the time to experience and appreciate the authenticity of the Champagne villages.
Greenway of the Marne, from Dormans to Condé-sur-Marne
The cycle route crisscrosses the Marne Valley for 92 km, between Champagne vineyards, chalk valleys, places of remembrance and pilgrimage, and landscapes and monuments listed as UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
Bike rental partners in Épernay
To comfortably explore the region, we recommend several bike rental providers in Épernay:
- From the Saddle to the Bike: https://www.delaselleauguidon.fr
- FACIL-E-BIKE: https://www.facil-e-bike.fr/
- The Bubbles Escape: https://lechappee-bulles.com/location-velo-reims.html
We recommend booking in advance, especially during the peak tourist season from April to October.
To discover the official circuits:www.epernay-tourisme.com/profiter/circuits-itineraires-balades/circuits-cyclotouristiques/
🏆 Cemarose in the spotlight
We are proud to be one of the must-see charming accommodations in Épernay.
Named a favorite place to stay on Airbnb, we're among the top 10% of travelers' favorites. We've also received a Traveler Review Award from Booking.com, a testament to the quality of hospitality we strive to provide.
Find our travelers' reviews on Airbnb here and Booking.com here
Your trust and enthusiastic reviews are our greatest recognition - thank you for all your kind comments!
Alex and Cedric 🙋♀️🍾
💌 Special offer for subscribers
By booking a stay of at least 4 nights before April 30, 2025 with the code CENTENAIRE2025 (to be communicated to us by email after your reservation), a bottle of champagne will be offered to you upon your arrival to celebrate this exceptional anniversary together.
Book directly at www.lecemarose.com
See you soon at Cémarose 🌹
Alex and Cedric
The Cemarose
62, Rue des Futies 51200 Épernay
www.lecemarose.com
contact@lecemarose.com
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