Cycling the Champagne wine-growing region of France

While staying at Maison Vejoll

Guests who appreciate the finer pleasures of slow travel will find that cycling offers an exceptional way to experience Champagne.
Glide through sun-drenched vineyards and picturesque villages, where every turn reveals the timeless charm and quiet elegance of the region.

Known around the world for its wines, Champagne is also a popular destination for cycling, offering an ideal playground. Ride among the vineyards and terraced hillsides where Champagne villages, chateaux, and churches are nestled. Enjoy panoramic viewpoints overlooking the vineyards and picturesque villages.

More than 450 km of green lanes are waiting to be explored, away from the dangers of the motorways. To be tackled over a day or half-day, with family or friends, to discover the local heritage and lush nature!

Hop on your bike and explore the identity of the Champagne landscape, recently listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site!

Smell the country air! As you cycle along the canal, the Marne or through the fields, take a deep breath and enjoy nature’s best! There’s nothing like cycling to clear your head.

There are bike ride routes for all levels

Cycling Map

The Ring of Epernay - 7 km cycling route

This short medium level loop allows you to discover Epernay from the avenue de Champagne to the heights of Mont Bernon.

Lined with monuments and leisure facilities, this route embraces the different aspects of Epernay: history, entertainment and natural spaces.

You will be rewarded for your efforts at the top of Mont Bernon with its view of the surrounding hillsides.

This route is offered to you by Epernay Agglo Champagne and fully signposted (cycle panels with purple dots).

The Western Hillsides - 9 km cycling route

Departing from the town center of Epernay, this loop invites you to explore the western hillsides of the town, passing through the village of Pierry.

Discover the city from another point of view while driving through vineyards on the edge of the Epernay Forest.

This route is offered by Epernay Agglo Champagne and fully signposted (cycle panels with orange dots).

Northern Côte des Blancs circuit - 21 km cycling route

Set off to explore the northern part of the Côte des Blancs on a 21.3-kilometre cycling route, passing through the wine-growing villages of Chouilly, Cramant, Avize, Oger, Grauves, and Cuis.

This fully signposted cycling loop (cycle signs marked with RED dots) is one of five discovery circuits by bike created by Epernay Agglo Champagne.

Designed to follow low-traffic roads, these circuits allow you to easily explore the region and fully enjoy the landscapes and other treasures of the villages along the way (religious heritage, vernacular architecture, leisure facilities, sports, and cultural sites).

Saddle up for an unforgettable 21 km cycling loop through the rolling Champagne hillsides — a route of gentle climbs and descents that will delight cycling enthusiasts. Fully signposted with red-marked cycle signs, this itinerary is one of five scenic routes curated by Epernay Agglo Champagne, designed to follow peaceful, low-traffic roads. Along the way, you’ll enjoy breathtaking landscapes, charming wine villages, and a rich blend of cultural and natural heritage.

Starting from the village of Chouilly, home to a Romanesque church and local shops perfect for a picnic stop, the route leads you through vineyards and open plains. Highlights include the historic Mont Aigu vineyard lodge, the panoramic viewpoint at the Saran Wood Mound, and the Château de Saran. You'll pass chalk cliffs, forest edges, and prestigious Champagne houses as you cycle through Avize, Oger, Grauves, and Cuis.

Throughout the journey, nature reserves, award-winning villages, and remarkable viewpoints reveal the deep connection between the Champagne landscape and its winemaking traditions. The ride offers a unique way to experience the quiet beauty of the Côte des Blancs, before gently returning to Chouilly through the vines.

Between forests and hills - 31 km cycling route

This loop from Vertus is intended for seasoned cyclists with its climbs and descents.

Rich in vernacular heritage, this region between Vertus, Mancy and Avize will never cease to surprise you with its vineyard lodges, washhouses and small village churches.

This alternation of ascents and descents will delight your eyes with magnificent panoramas of the vines on the edge of the forest which crown the hillsides.

This route is offered to you by Epernay Agglo Champagne and fully signposted (cycle panels with green dots).

Route V52

Champagne ride bike

A 62 km route from Dormans to Moncetz-Longevas along the Marne and the canal.

The V52 cycle route follows the Canal Latéral à la Marne, providing a landscape skilfully crafted by human hands to shape the plots and hillsides.

It is part of the V52 route which runs from Paris to Strasbourg.

Suitable for families, this straight line route can be divided into several stages depending on your anchor point.

Be up close to nature

If you love the great outdoors, peacefully cycling along in the fresh air makes it easier to observe the fauna and flora around you. We are lucky enough to regularly come across wildlife, including deer, squirrels, herons, foxes, and more… A great way to get up close to nature!

Cycling also makes it easier to get to know the locals and offers a great way of connecting. Enjoy chatting to people along the way.

Whether you’re visiting Champagne for the weekend break or a longer holiday, your days are often packed with a busy programme. There’s so much to see that you want to do everything you can, and you can sometimes forget to take your time.

However, travelling by bike gives you an enormous sense of freedom. You are completely independent, free to stop at any time and to go at your own pace, with no need for timetables or schedules.

When you see something beautiful, simply stop and take in the view!

After a day exploring the scenic vineyards by bike, Maison Vejoll offers the perfect retreat. Nestled in the heart of Champagne, our house invites you to relax in peaceful surroundings, recharge in elegant comfort, and continue your journey of discovery in this beautiful region.