E-Bike Vineyard Day, Lunch

Champagne: E-Bike Champagne Day Tour with Tastings and Lunch

★ 4.8 232 reviews

5 - 7 hours, free cancellation.

from $213 per person

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Duration: 5 - 7 hours
Meeting point: Confirmed after booking
Cancellation: Free cancellation
Meal: Meal included
Run by: À la Française Champagne !

Overview

This day combines an electric-assisted bike ride through the Champagne vineyards with a cellar visit, tastings and a relaxed lunch at Le Clos Corbier in Aÿ-Champagne. You choose one of three starting points: Reims at 9:00 am by the Centre train station tourist office, Epernay at 9:35 am outside the Tourist Office, or Mareuil-sur-Aÿ at 9:45 am at Le Clos Corbier itself. Hotel pickup is not part of the deal, and the minivan transfer does not apply to the Mareuil-sur-Aÿ option.

The riding portion lasts around three hours and passes through Premier and Grand Cru villages on the way to Hautvillers, the village where Champagne was born. Electric assistance does most of the work, and several reviewers said the pace felt easy rather than athletic. No Champagne is drunk while cycling, since drinking on the bike is prohibited.

Back at Le Clos Corbier there is a cellar tour, an introduction to how Champagne is made, and a tasting of four wines: two Champagnes, one red and one ratafia. Lunch follows, with regional dishes such as cheese puffs, paté-croute, quiche and Reims pink biscuit, adaptable for dietary needs with advance notice. The whole thing runs five to seven hours and suits confident cyclists who want countryside, history and lunch in one day. It runs in English.

What's Included

Included

Guide
Transportation in an air-conditioned minivan
Electric-assisted bike with helmet
Tasting 4 wines (2 champagnes, 1 red wine, and 1 ratafia)
Entry fees and lunch at Le Clos Corbier

Not Included

Hotel pickup and drop-off
Personal expenses

Itinerary

Choose your pickup pointThree options: Reims Centre train station tourist office at 9:00 am, Epernay Tourist Office at 9:35 am, or Le Clos Corbier in Mareuil-sur-Aÿ at 9:45 am. The minivan transfer is not included for the Mareuil-sur-Aÿ option.
Transfer toward EpernayA 45-minute drive toward Epernay to discover the region and its terroir. The Epernay pick-up option passes the Avenue de Champagne with its prestigious Champagne Houses.
E-bike vineyard rideA three-hour bike tour from Le Clos Corbier through Premier and Grand Cru villages, with a stop at Hautvillers, the birthplace of Champagne, and scenic viewpoints along the way.
Cellar visit and lunchTwo hours at Le Clos Corbier for a cellar visit, a Champagne tasting, an introduction to Champagne making, and a traditional French lunch of local specialties.
Return transferA 45-minute drive back. Drop-off is at 3:00 pm in Mareuil-sur-Aÿ, 3:15 pm in Epernay and 4:00 pm in Reims.

What To Expect From The Tour

A few practical points will shape the day, from cycling confidence to train bookings.

Cycling confidence. E-bikes are heavier than standard bicycles, and the operator can refuse participation at departure if a guest does not demonstrate sufficient cycling experience. Several reviewers said the electric assistance made the riding easy, with one noting they hardly had to pedal. Comfort on a bike is still required.
What to bring. The listing asks for comfortable shoes and comfortable clothes. No bottled water is provided for eco-friendly reasons, so bring your own bottle and refill it on site.
Food and drink. Lunch covers regional specialties like cheese puffs, paté-croute, quiche and Reims pink biscuit, and reviewers repeatedly praised both the food and the Champagne. Dietary restrictions such as vegetarian or gluten-free can be accommodated, but you must flag them in advance or a fee may apply.
Getting there. The listing recommends booking trains in advance on SNCF or Trainline to secure the best fares and availability. It also warns the tour will not be refunded for train booking errors or missing trains, so plan the connection carefully.
Weather backup. In bad weather the tour switches to a minivan instead of bikes. One reviewer still enjoyed the day despite a little rain, but expect the cycling portion to disappear if conditions turn.
Group feel. One reviewer mentioned a quite large group, while another said the outing felt authentic and local rather than touristy. The tone is relaxed, with the lunch and tasting giving the day a social pace.

Common issues. Hotel pickup and drop-off are not included, and the minivan service does not apply to the Mareuil-sur-Aÿ start point, so arrange your own arrival by train. The listing warns that the tour will not be refunded for train booking errors or missing trains. Dietary restrictions must be declared more than 24 hours ahead or an additional fee may be charged. Rain replaces the bike ride with a minivan version of the tour, and the operator can refuse participation to anyone who cannot show enough cycling confidence on the heavier e-bikes. One reviewer felt the price was a bit high even while recommending it.

Common Questions

What Is Included In The Price?

A guide, air-conditioned minivan transport, an electric-assisted bike with helmet, entry fees, lunch and a tasting of four wines (two Champagnes, one red wine and one ratafia) at Le Clos Corbier. Hotel pickup and drop-off plus personal expenses are not included.

Where Does The Tour Start?

There are three options: Reims at 9:00 am in front of the Reims Centre train station tourist office, Epernay at 9:35 am in front of the Tourist Office, or Mareuil-sur-Aÿ at 9:45 am at Le Clos Corbier. The meeting point varies by the option selected, so check the booking page for details.

Is Lunch Included, And Can Dietary Needs Be Met?

Yes, lunch at Le Clos Corbier is included and features local dishes such as cheese puffs, paté-croute, quiche and Reims pink biscuit. Vegetarian, gluten-free and other needs can be adapted, but you must notify the operator at least 24 hours in advance or an additional fee may apply.

Do I Need To Be A Strong Cyclist?

You need to be comfortable and confident riding a bike, because e-bikes are heavier than standard bicycles and the operator may refuse participation at departure if you do not demonstrate sufficient experience. That said, several reviewers found the riding easy thanks to the electric assistance.

What Happens If The Weather Is Bad?

In case of bad weather, the listing states that the tour will be operated in minivan instead of on bikes. Check with the operator on the day for how the change affects the schedule.

Can I Cancel, And What Should I Bring?

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund. Bring comfortable shoes and clothes, plus your own water bottle since bottled water is not provided, and book your trains in advance on SNCF or Trainline.