{"id":180,"date":"2026-02-21T21:32:05","date_gmt":"2026-02-21T21:32:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lalalachampagne.com\/en\/?p=180"},"modified":"2026-04-05T20:40:34","modified_gmt":"2026-04-05T20:40:34","slug":"champagne-house-tours-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lalalachampagne.com\/en\/champagne-house-tours-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"Essential Guide to Champagne House Tours"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Visiting a Champagne house is one of the highlights of any trip to the region.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But Champagne house tours require more planning than many visitors expect \u2014 especially when it comes to availability.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Most popular tours in Reims and \u00c9pernay need to be booked in advance, and they can sell out quickly during peak seasons.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you already have your travel dates, you can check available Champagne tours here:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"swell-block-button red_ -size-l is-style-btn_normal\" data-id=\"8ee87041\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.winalist.com\/regions\/champagne?utm_source=lalalachampagne&amp;utm_medium=affiliate&amp;utm_campaign=lalalachampagne\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" class=\"swell-block-button__link\"><span>View available Champagne house tours<\/span><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What to Know Before Booking Champagne House Tours<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/lalalachampagne.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/02\/2B229BA4-8422-4D3D-B1AF-40F7386A2653-1024x768.jpeg\" alt=\"Champagne cellar tour in historic chalk caves in Reims, France\" class=\"wp-image-195\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lalalachampagne.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/02\/2B229BA4-8422-4D3D-B1AF-40F7386A2653-1024x768.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/lalalachampagne.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/02\/2B229BA4-8422-4D3D-B1AF-40F7386A2653-300x225.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/lalalachampagne.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/02\/2B229BA4-8422-4D3D-B1AF-40F7386A2653-768x576.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/lalalachampagne.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/02\/2B229BA4-8422-4D3D-B1AF-40F7386A2653.jpeg 1537w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Historic chalk cellars (cray\u00e8res) in Champagne, where guided house tours take place year-round.<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Book Early \u2014 Especially in High Season<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Most major Champagne houses require advance reservations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Walk-ins are sometimes possible, but during weekends and peak travel months (May\u2013October), popular tours in Reims and Epernay can be fully booked weeks \u2014 even months \u2014 ahead.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are planning Champagne tasting tours, booking online in advance is strongly recommended.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Plan by City, Not by Brand<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Reims and Epernay are about 30\u201340 minutes apart by car.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Do not assume that two famous Champagne houses are near each other.<br>Always check the city before scheduling your tours.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Trying to visit a house in Reims in the morning and another in Epernay shortly after can create unnecessary stress.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Cluster your Champagne cellar tours by location.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Dress Code &amp; Temperature Inside Champagne Cellars<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The historic chalk cellars are beautiful \u2014 and humid.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Stairs are often steep.<br>Stone floors can be damp.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Many of these chalk cellars are part of the UNESCO-listed \u201cChampagne Hillsides, Houses and Cellars,\u201d recognized for their cultural and historical significance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Cellars stay around <strong>10\u201312\u00b0C (50\u201354\u00b0F) year-round<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/lalalachampagne.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/02\/2F97D20C-2C6B-418F-86F7-23799AE5CF35-1024x768.jpeg\" alt=\"champagne cellar temperature gauge 10-12 degrees Celsius\" class=\"wp-image-196\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lalalachampagne.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/02\/2F97D20C-2C6B-418F-86F7-23799AE5CF35-1024x768.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/lalalachampagne.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/02\/2F97D20C-2C6B-418F-86F7-23799AE5CF35-300x225.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/lalalachampagne.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/02\/2F97D20C-2C6B-418F-86F7-23799AE5CF35-768x576.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/lalalachampagne.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/02\/2F97D20C-2C6B-418F-86F7-23799AE5CF35.jpeg 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Champagne cellars remain around 10\u201312\u00b0C throughout the year.<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Even in summer, bring a light jacket or an extra layer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For safety and comfort:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Avoid high heels<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Avoid open-back sandals<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Choose flat, stable shoes (loafers or sneakers are ideal)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Save your heels for dinner at your hotel or restaurant.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Champagne Houses in Reims<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/lalalachampagne.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/02\/0E2F7247-387E-4D80-A1C2-8D6EC2AA3E10-1024x768.jpeg\" alt=\"Reims Cathedral in the city center of Reims, Champagne\" class=\"wp-image-204\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lalalachampagne.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/02\/0E2F7247-387E-4D80-A1C2-8D6EC2AA3E10-1024x768.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/lalalachampagne.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/02\/0E2F7247-387E-4D80-A1C2-8D6EC2AA3E10-300x225.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/lalalachampagne.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/02\/0E2F7247-387E-4D80-A1C2-8D6EC2AA3E10-768x576.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/lalalachampagne.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/02\/0E2F7247-387E-4D80-A1C2-8D6EC2AA3E10.jpeg 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Reims is a historic city where many Champagne houses are located across different neighborhoods.<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Reims is more spread out than many visitors expect.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Some Champagne houses are within walking distance of the city center.<br>Others require a taxi or rideshare.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Before finalizing your schedule, review travel time carefully.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>The table below shows approximate travel times from central Reims and whether public tours are available.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-all-centered--va\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td data-has-cell-bg=\"1\" data-text-color=\"black\"><span class=\"swl-cell-bg has-swl-gray-background-color\" data-text-color=\"black\" aria-hidden=\"true\">&nbsp;<\/span><strong>Champagne House<\/strong><br><span class=\"swl-fz u-fz-s\">Travel time from Reims station<\/span><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\" data-has-cell-bg=\"1\" data-text-color=\"black\"><span class=\"swl-cell-bg has-swl-gray-background-color\" data-text-color=\"black\" aria-hidden=\"true\">&nbsp;<\/span><strong>Booking &amp; Availability<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Thi\u00e9not<\/strong><br><span class=\"swl-fz u-fz-s\">10-15 min walk<\/span><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><span class=\"swl-inline-btn is-style-btn_normal red_\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.winalist.com\/hosts\/3112\/le-3-par-champagne-thienot?utm_source=lalalachampagne&amp;utm_medium=affiliate&amp;utm_campaign=lalalachampagne\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Check Availability<\/a><\/span><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Louis Roederer<\/strong><br><span class=\"swl-fz u-fz-s\">15-20 min walk<\/span><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">No public tours<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Krug<\/strong><br><span class=\"swl-fz u-fz-s\">15-20 min walk<\/span><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">No public tours<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Mumm<\/strong><br><span class=\"swl-fz u-fz-s\">15-20 min walk<\/span><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><span class=\"swl-inline-btn is-style-btn_normal red_\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.winalist.com\/hosts\/106\/champagne-mumm?utm_source=lalalachampagne&amp;utm_medium=affiliate&amp;utm_campaign=lalalachampagne\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Check Availability<\/a><\/span><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Lanson<\/strong><br><span class=\"swl-fz u-fz-s\">10 min by car<\/span><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><span class=\"swl-inline-btn is-style-btn_normal red_\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.champagne-booking.com\/en\/champagne-houses\/montagne-de-reims\/visit-champagne-lanson-reims\/?_gl=1*uplf51*_up*MQ..*_gs*MQ..&amp;gclid=CjwKCAiAzOXMBhASEiwAe14SacWyxO80RZiq_BwK2MoENXOd8BG60kbMVjXJZ9rSfZ1O754pkj776BoCvqAQAvD_BwE&amp;gbraid=0AAAAADFlJQ2j16XgvuioQTMf-kTt9yFLh\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Check Availability<\/a><\/span><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Taittinger<\/strong><br><span class=\"swl-fz u-fz-s\">10 min by car<\/span><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><span class=\"swl-inline-btn is-style-btn_normal red_\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.winalist.com\/hosts\/31\/champagne-taittinger?utm_source=lalalachampagne&amp;utm_medium=affiliate&amp;utm_campaign=lalalachampagne\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Check Availability<\/a><\/span><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>G.H. Martel &amp; C\u00b0<\/strong><br><span class=\"swl-fz u-fz-s\">10 min by car<\/span><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><span class=\"swl-inline-btn is-style-btn_normal red_\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.winalist.com\/hosts\/303\/champagne-g-h-martel-c?utm_source=lalalachampagne&amp;utm_medium=affiliate&amp;utm_campaign=lalalachampagne\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Check Availability<\/a><\/span><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Vranken-Pommery<\/strong><br><span class=\"swl-fz u-fz-s\">10 min by car<\/span><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><span class=\"swl-inline-btn is-style-btn_normal red_\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.winalist.com\/hosts\/30\/champagne-vranken-pommery?utm_source=lalalachampagne&amp;utm_medium=affiliate&amp;utm_campaign=lalalachampagne\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Check Availability<\/a><\/span><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Veuve Clicquot<\/strong><br><span class=\"swl-fz u-fz-s\">10 min by car<\/span><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><span class=\"swl-inline-btn is-style-btn_normal red_\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.winalist.com\/hosts\/101\/champagne-veuve-clicquot?utm_source=lalalachampagne&amp;utm_medium=affiliate&amp;utm_campaign=lalalachampagne\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Check Availability<\/a><\/span><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Ruinart<\/strong><br><span class=\"swl-fz u-fz-s\">10 min by car<\/span><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><span class=\"swl-inline-btn is-style-btn_normal red_\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.winalist.com\/hosts\/110\/champagne-ruinart?utm_source=lalalachampagne&amp;utm_medium=affiliate&amp;utm_campaign=lalalachampagne\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Check Availability<\/a><\/span><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Charles Heidsieck<\/strong><br><span class=\"swl-fz u-fz-s\">10 min by car<\/span><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">No public tours<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Once you have an idea of which Champagne houses to visit in Reims, you can check availability and book your tours here:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"swell-block-button red_ -size-l is-style-btn_normal\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.winalist.com\/cities\/reims?utm_source=lalalachampagne&amp;utm_medium=affiliate&amp;utm_campaign=lalalachampagne\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" class=\"swell-block-button__link\"><span>View available Champagne house tours in Reims<\/span><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Champagne Houses in Epernay<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/lalalachampagne.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/02\/5DB5C1D0-64B3-425C-8944-6D7B1E16CA2B-1024x768.jpeg\" alt=\"Epernay Champagne sign at the entrance of the town in France\" class=\"wp-image-198\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lalalachampagne.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/02\/5DB5C1D0-64B3-425C-8944-6D7B1E16CA2B-1024x768.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/lalalachampagne.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/02\/5DB5C1D0-64B3-425C-8944-6D7B1E16CA2B-300x225.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/lalalachampagne.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/02\/5DB5C1D0-64B3-425C-8944-6D7B1E16CA2B-768x576.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/lalalachampagne.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/02\/5DB5C1D0-64B3-425C-8944-6D7B1E16CA2B.jpeg 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Most Champagne houses in Epernay are concentrated along the Avenue de Champagne, making it easy to explore on foot.<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Epernay offers a different experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Many major Champagne houses are located along the famous Avenue de Champagne, making it possible to walk between several visits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, not all houses are directly next to each other. Some require a 10\u201315 minute walk.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>The table below summarizes approximate travel times from Epernay town center and public tour availability.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-all-centered--va\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td data-has-cell-bg=\"1\" data-text-color=\"black\"><span class=\"swl-cell-bg has-swl-gray-background-color\" data-text-color=\"black\" aria-hidden=\"true\">&nbsp;<\/span><strong>Champagne House<\/strong><br><span class=\"swl-fz u-fz-s\">Travel time from Epernay station<\/span><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\" data-has-cell-bg=\"1\" data-text-color=\"black\"><span class=\"swl-cell-bg has-swl-gray-background-color\" data-text-color=\"black\" aria-hidden=\"true\">&nbsp;<\/span><strong>Booking &amp; Availability<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Mo\u00ebt &amp; Chandon<\/strong><br>5-10 min walk<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><span class=\"swl-inline-btn is-style-btn_normal red_\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.winalist.com\/hosts\/62\/champagne-moet-chandon\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Check Availability<\/a><\/span><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Perrier Jou\u00ebt<\/strong><br>10 min walk<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">No public tours<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Pol Roger<\/strong><br>10-15 min walk<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">No public tours<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Boizel<\/strong><br>15 min walk<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><span class=\"swl-inline-btn is-style-btn_normal red_\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.winalist.com\/hosts\/1357\/champagne-boizel?utm_source=lalalachampagne&amp;utm_medium=affiliate&amp;utm_campaign=lalalachampagne\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Check Availability<\/a><\/span><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>De Venoge<\/strong><br>15 min walk<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><span class=\"swl-inline-btn is-style-btn_normal red_\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.winalist.com\/hosts\/129\/champagne-de-venoge?utm_source=lalalachampagne&amp;utm_medium=affiliate&amp;utm_campaign=lalalachampagne\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Check Availability<\/a><\/span><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Alfred Gratien<\/strong><br>15-20 min walk<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><span class=\"swl-inline-btn is-style-btn_normal red_\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.champagne-booking.com\/en\/champagne-houses\/cote-des-blancs-epernay\/book-visit-champagne-alfred-gratien\/?_gl=1*1ih8yx5*_up*MQ..*_gs*MQ..&amp;gclid=CjwKCAiAzOXMBhASEiwAe14SacWyxO80RZiq_BwK2MoENXOd8BG60kbMVjXJZ9rSfZ1O754pkj776BoCvqAQAvD_BwE&amp;gbraid=0AAAAADFlJQ2j16XgvuioQTMf-kTt9yFLh\">Check Availability<\/a><\/span><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Mercier<\/strong><br>20 min walk<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><span class=\"swl-inline-btn is-style-btn_normal red_\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.winalist.com\/hosts\/59\/champagne-mercier?utm_source=lalalachampagne&amp;utm_medium=affiliate&amp;utm_campaign=lalalachampagne\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Check Availability<\/a><\/span><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Gosset<\/strong><br>20-25 min walk<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><span class=\"swl-inline-btn is-style-btn_normal red_\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.winalist.com\/hosts\/1435\/champagne-gosset?utm_source=lalalachampagne&amp;utm_medium=affiliate&amp;utm_campaign=lalalachampagne\">Check Availability<\/a><\/span><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Comtesse Lafond<\/strong><br>25 min walk<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><span class=\"swl-inline-btn is-style-btn_normal red_\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.winalist.com\/hosts\/126\/champagne-comtesse-lafond?utm_source=lalalachampagne&amp;utm_medium=affiliate&amp;utm_campaign=lalalachampagne\">Check Availability<\/a><\/span><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>After exploring the houses in \u00c9pernay, you can check tour availability and plan your visits here:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"swell-block-button red_ -size-l is-style-btn_normal\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.winalist.com\/cities\/epernay?utm_source=lalalachampagne&amp;utm_medium=affiliate&amp;utm_campaign=lalalachampagne\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" class=\"swell-block-button__link\"><span>View available Champagne house tours<\/span><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Champagne Houses in A\u00ff &amp; Surrounding Villages<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/lalalachampagne.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/02\/55266AD2-76F0-4391-B2A0-EAF3D411B3CD-1024x768.jpeg\" alt=\"A\u00ff village sign with vineyards in Champagne\" class=\"wp-image-200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lalalachampagne.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/02\/55266AD2-76F0-4391-B2A0-EAF3D411B3CD-1024x768.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/lalalachampagne.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/02\/55266AD2-76F0-4391-B2A0-EAF3D411B3CD-300x225.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/lalalachampagne.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/02\/55266AD2-76F0-4391-B2A0-EAF3D411B3CD-768x576.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/lalalachampagne.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/02\/55266AD2-76F0-4391-B2A0-EAF3D411B3CD.jpeg 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>A\u00ff and the surrounding villages are just minutes from Epernay.<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>If you would like to explore beyond the main towns, A\u00ff is an excellent option.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A\u00ff is located just one TER train stop from Epernay.<br>By car, it takes approximately 10 minutes from Epernay station.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The surrounding villages \u2014 including Mareuil-sur-A\u00ff, Tours-sur-Marne, and Le Mesnil-sur-Oger \u2014 are home to several prestigious producers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Unlike central Epernay, these houses are not clustered together.<br>A car or taxi is usually necessary for efficient visits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>The table below shows travel time from Epernay and indicates whether public tours are offered.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-all-centered--va\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td data-has-cell-bg=\"1\" data-text-color=\"black\"><span class=\"swl-cell-bg has-swl-gray-background-color\" data-text-color=\"black\" aria-hidden=\"true\">&nbsp;<\/span><strong>Champagne House<\/strong><br><span class=\"swl-fz u-fz-s\">Travel time from Epernay<\/span><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\" data-has-cell-bg=\"1\" data-text-color=\"black\"><span class=\"swl-cell-bg has-swl-gray-background-color\" data-text-color=\"black\" aria-hidden=\"true\">&nbsp;<\/span><strong>Booking &amp; Availability<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Jacquesson<\/strong> (Dizy)<br><span class=\"swl-fz u-fz-s\">10 min by car<\/span><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">No public tours<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Ayala<\/strong> (A\u00ff)<br><span class=\"swl-fz u-fz-s\">10 min by car<\/span><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><span class=\"swl-inline-btn is-style-btn_normal red_\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.winalist.com\/hosts\/854\/champagne-ayala?utm_source=lalalachampagne&amp;utm_medium=affiliate&amp;utm_campaign=lalalachampagne\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Check Availability<\/a><\/span><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Bollinger<\/strong> (A\u00ff)<br><span class=\"swl-fz u-fz-s\">10 min by car<\/span><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><span class=\"swl-inline-btn is-style-btn_normal red_\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.champagne-booking.com\/en\/champagne-houses\/montagne-de-reims\/visit-bollinger-champagne-tour-ay\/?_gl=1*1asahvu*_up*MQ..*_gs*MQ..&amp;gclid=CjwKCAiAzOXMBhASEiwAe14SacWyxO80RZiq_BwK2MoENXOd8BG60kbMVjXJZ9rSfZ1O754pkj776BoCvqAQAvD_BwE&amp;gbraid=0AAAAADFlJQ2j16XgvuioQTMf-kTt9yFLh\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Check Availabiity<\/a><\/span><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Deutz<\/strong> (A\u00ff)<br><span class=\"swl-fz u-fz-s\">10 min by car<\/span><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">No public tours<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Henri Giraud<\/strong> (A\u00ff)<br><span class=\"swl-fz u-fz-s\">10 min by car<\/span><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><span class=\"swl-inline-btn is-style-btn_normal red_\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.winalist.com\/hosts\/74\/champagne-henri-giraud?utm_source=lalalachampagne&amp;utm_medium=affiliate&amp;utm_campaign=lalalachampagne\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Check Availability<\/a><\/span><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Billecart-Salmon<\/strong> (Mareuil-sur-A\u00ff)<br><span class=\"swl-fz u-fz-s\">10-15 min by car<\/span><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">No public tours<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Philipponnat<\/strong> (Mareuil-sur-A\u00ff)<br><span class=\"swl-fz u-fz-s\">10-15 min by car<\/span><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><span class=\"swl-inline-btn is-style-btn_normal red_\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.champagne-booking.com\/en\/champagne-houses\/montagne-de-reims\/visit-champagne-philipponnat\/?_gl=1*zdeonm*_up*MQ..*_gs*MQ..&amp;gclid=CjwKCAiAzOXMBhASEiwAe14SacWyxO80RZiq_BwK2MoENXOd8BG60kbMVjXJZ9rSfZ1O754pkj776BoCvqAQAvD_BwE&amp;gbraid=0AAAAADFlJQ2j16XgvuioQTMf-kTt9yFLh\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Check Availability<\/a><\/span><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Laurent-Perrier<\/strong> (Tours-sur-Marne)<br><span class=\"swl-fz u-fz-s\">20 min by car<\/span><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">No public tours<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Salon<\/strong> (Le Mesnil-sur-Oger)<br><span class=\"swl-fz u-fz-s\">20-25 min by car<\/span><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">No public tours<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Visits in A\u00ff and surrounding villages often require more planning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can check available tours and simplify your itinerary here:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"swell-block-button red_ -size-l is-style-btn_normal\" data-id=\"1bc598ca\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.winalist.com\/s\/hosts?utm_source=lalalachampagne&amp;utm_medium=affiliate&amp;utm_campaign=lalalachampagne\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" class=\"swell-block-button__link\"><span>View available Champagne house tours in A\u00ff-Champagne<\/span><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Compare &amp; Book Champagne House Tours Online<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Before confirming your visits:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Open a city map<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Check exact addresses<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Estimate walking or driving time<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Leave buffer time between tours<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>You may find it helpful to use a centralized booking platform such as Winalist, where you can compare tours and check real-time availability.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"swell-block-button red_ -size-l is-style-btn_normal\" data-id=\"cc4956aa\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.winalist.com\/regions\/champagne?utm_source=lalalachampagne&amp;utm_medium=affiliate&amp;utm_campaign=lalalachampagne\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" class=\"swell-block-button__link\"><span>View available Champagne house tours<\/span><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Many experiences offer <strong>free cancellation before a specified deadline<\/strong> (the exact policy depends on each producer).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Using one platform simplifies planning, especially when scheduling multiple visits across different towns.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Final Advice<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A smooth visit to Champagne comes down to three simple things:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Book early.<br>Plan by location.<br>Dress appropriately.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With good planning, your visit becomes effortless.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can enjoy the cellars without rushing \u2014 and fully appreciate the wines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><span class=\"swl-fz u-fz-l\">Plan Your Champagne Trip<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Helpful planning guides for your Champagne trip.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"swell-block-postLink\">\t\t\t<div class=\"p-blogCard -internal\" data-type=\"type1\" data-onclick=\"clickLink\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"p-blogCard__inner\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"p-blogCard__caption\">\u3042\u308f\u305b\u3066\u8aad\u307f\u305f\u3044<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"p-blogCard__thumb c-postThumb\"><figure class=\"c-postThumb__figure\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lalalachampagne.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/03\/2B7F1733-7A44-40BD-B6B9-25AE361684B0-300x169.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"c-postThumb__img u-obf-cover\" width=\"320\" height=\"180\"><\/figure><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"p-blogCard__body\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"p-blogCard__title\" href=\"https:\/\/lalalachampagne.com\/en\/best-champagne-houses-reims-epernay\/\">10 Best Champagne Houses to Visit in Reims &amp; 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Many of&#8230;<\/span>\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"swell-block-postLink\">\t\t\t<div class=\"p-blogCard -internal\" data-type=\"type1\" data-onclick=\"clickLink\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"p-blogCard__inner\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"p-blogCard__caption\">\u3042\u308f\u305b\u3066\u8aad\u307f\u305f\u3044<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"p-blogCard__thumb c-postThumb\"><figure class=\"c-postThumb__figure\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lalalachampagne.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/03\/B7253A93-5AB1-43BE-99F2-8F9C5ED09BD5-300x169.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"c-postThumb__img u-obf-cover\" width=\"320\" height=\"180\"><\/figure><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"p-blogCard__body\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"p-blogCard__title\" href=\"https:\/\/lalalachampagne.com\/en\/champagne-houses-with-restaurants\/\">Champagne Houses with Restaurants &#038; Caf\u00e9s<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"p-blogCard__excerpt\">Champagne and a burger at Caf\u00e9 Clicquot in Reims Champagne visits are usually centered around cellar tours and tastings. However, a small number of Champagne&#8230;<\/span>\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"swell-block-postLink\">\t\t\t<div class=\"p-blogCard -internal\" data-type=\"type1\" data-onclick=\"clickLink\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"p-blogCard__inner\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"p-blogCard__caption\">\u3042\u308f\u305b\u3066\u8aad\u307f\u305f\u3044<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"p-blogCard__thumb c-postThumb\"><figure class=\"c-postThumb__figure\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lalalachampagne.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/02\/9DD0B3D3-3774-4502-ADC0-CDFAEA5DABB1-300x169.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"c-postThumb__img u-obf-cover\" width=\"320\" height=\"180\"><\/figure><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"p-blogCard__body\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"p-blogCard__title\" href=\"https:\/\/lalalachampagne.com\/en\/bring-champagne-home-from-france\/\">How to Bring Champagne Home from France<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"p-blogCard__excerpt\">Champagne bottles secured in a foam-lined travel case. 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