Why go
- Subprefecture and commune in Grand Est, France.
- Known for champagnes, Champagne de Venoge.
- Served by Chalons Vatry airport (XCR).
History
Épernay is a commune in the Marne department of northern France, 130 km north-east of Paris on the mainline railway to Strasbourg. The town sits on the left bank of the Marne at the extremity of the Cubry valley which crosses it.
Airports
✈ Airlines & flight paths — 1 airline, 2 direct destinations
- Ryanair FR (737-800) · 2 routes: Marrakech, Porto
Routes and aircraft from OpenFlights (open data; a point-in-time snapshot). * = codeshare. Linked destinations open their own guidebook. Flight numbers are not in the open data — they come from the airline or a paid schedule feed.
Where things are
Photographs
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When to go
The warmer, longer-day half of the year is the safest bet for a first visit.
Cooler and quieter, with fewer visitors and better value.
Short days and the coldest weather — check local conditions before travelling.
Getting there & around
Getting there. The nearest airport on record is Chalons Vatry airport (XCR); 11 other airports serve the wider area. Check rail and road links from the tourism sources below. By air: XCR has direct flights to 2 destinations on 1 airline (incl. Marrakech, Porto).
Getting around. Use the map above to orient yourself; nearby hotels, attractions and places to eat are listed from the live Ultimate data for Épernay, France. Local transit details will be added as the guide is expanded.