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About the region
The Champagne wine region is a historic province in the northeast of France, best known for the production of the sparkling white wine that bears the region’s name. The area is about 160 km east of Paris.
Region areas
The historic province of Champagne is made up of four departments within the regions of Champagne-Ardenne and Picardie. Aisne from Picardie and Aube, Haute-Marne and Marne from Champagne-Ardenne.
Attractions
Visitors often go to Champagne because of its history and its world-famous wine. However, their itineraries diverge when they discover the region’s cultural heritage and its cuisine.
Transportation
Champagne is the ideal vacation spot, not only for the famous sparkling wine which get its name from the region but also for the picturesque and serene scenery the region offers.
Events
When in Rome do like the Romans, so when in Champagne do like the Champenois. You shouldn’t try to resist the wonderful festivities spirit, which will most likely infect you as well. Instead you should embrace it and go with the flow of events around Champagne.
Restaurants & Nightlife
The Champenois cuisine is something to die for. Also an extensive selection of regional wine and champagne is available to complement any meal, making the experience even more worth while. The nightlife is also booming, which will surely make you feel very young.
History & Civilisation
Located at the northern edges of the wine growing world, the history of the Champagne wine region has had a significant role in the development of this unique terroir.
The story of champagne
The beverage known as champagne, which is a sort of wine, is attributed to French monks, who were the first to bottle this sparkling form of wine named after the Champagne region of France.