Mareuil-sur-Ay walks

This is a lovely 21 km hike through vineyards and forests. It follows theGR®141(the old Roman road Via Campaniensis) and theGR®14, which makes it relatively easy to follow. There is no return to the starting point. Leave your cars at Avenay-Val-d'Or station and return by TER train from Rilly-la-Montagne. Although you are following the Camino de Santiago, it is wonderfully peaceful. During the week, apart from one or two foresters, you will only encounter deer.

This is a short walk full of surprises: a pretty manor house in the woods, an ancient Roman road, and part of the Via Campaniensis, the Way of St James from Rocroi to Vézelay, where you often meet pilgrims.

This three-hour walk will take you to Mont Aigu, where you will have a beautiful view of the plain.

A circular route through the vineyards on the slopes of Aÿ, with a section running alongside the Canal Latéral à la Marne

This is a lovely 15 km walk through vineyards and fields, offering beautiful views of the vineyards. Pass by the Château de Saran and the pretty Jardin Humide de Chouilly. Return to Épernay via the famous Avenue de Champagne.

This route is not strictly speaking a hike; it simply takes you to the monument, which is situated deep in the woods and very difficult to find. Use of the app is strongly recommended, as the stele is off the path and not very visible. This memorial is likely on private land. Please respect the site. It will be of interest to enthusiasts of the First World War.

This is a short route not really intended for hikers but rather for walkers and visitors who want to enjoy some lovely views and do a bit of sightseeing. It deliberately follows mostly tarmac paths, making it suitable for wet weather and winter. It is therefore best avoided if you’re using walking poles. There are plenty of things to see in Ay, which is a lovely little town.

This route can be completed at a brisk walking pace. It can also be used to reach Aÿ or Dizy from Épernay station, to link up with another walk, for walkers arriving by TER. To do this route from Épernay, do not start at the station if you are travelling by car; instead, head to Aÿ or Dizy, where parking is easy. The best option is to walk there.

A long walk through vineyards, fields and small woods, following a route between the canal and the Marne. Beautiful views over the Marne valley. Picnics are possible in the woods (please respect the area and take your rubbish away with you). Suitable for mountain biking. Safety precautions before heading into the forest during the hunting season on Saturdays and Sundays.

This hike through woods and vineyards can be started from Champillon or Hautvillers. It passes by the pretty Château de la Malmaison and offers magnificent views of the Marne Valley.

After a long (but scenic) detour through the woods and along a wild path, you’ll come across a lovely pond right in the heart of the Montagne de Reims.

A short walk to discover a beautiful wild pond nestled in the heart of the Montagne de Reims.

Here is a short route through vineyards and along the banks of the Marne, which can be done as a brisk walk or a family stroll. Much of it is markedwith GRP® signs.

This short walk will allow you to discover the beautiful cliffs of Cuis and Grauves.

This hike takes us through the vineyards to the picturesque village of Hautvillers, where many Champagne family homes can be found. The Abbey of Saint-Pierre d'Hautvillers houses the tomb of the monk Dom Pérignon, who is credited with inventing the Champagne method of winemaking. The Pierre Cheval Park, nestled on the side of a hillside, offers a magnificent view of the village of Hautvillers.

This is a short hike through vineyards offering magnificent views of the Marne Valley. The return journey is along a pleasant path that runs alongside the river.

Here is a short, picturesque route that winds through the vineyards and woods. It is recommended by "La Marne à pied". It will give you the chance to visit Hautvillers, its quiet little streets and its beautiful abbey.

This is a lovely day hike starting from Hautvillers. It takes you through vineyards and woods on both sides of the Marne Valley, with splendid views. It's a great opportunity to discover this beautiful vineyard and visit a few wine cellars.

This route leads through vineyards and woods to two of the region’s attractions: the Tour Brisset and the Faux de Verzy. Part of the route is easy as it is signposted, but another part is not, and requires the use of the Visorando app or a map. Without the detour via the Faux de Verzy, the walk is 15 km. Update May 2026: the paths at the end of the route, in the “La plaine d’Ambonnay” area, have been devastated by forestry machinery. They are barely passable, as they are full of water and ruts. You’ll need good shoes and the app to get through. There is a ‘No Entry’ sign at the finish point at the Tour Brisset.

A family walk that will allow you to discover the beautiful Hautvillers forest while getting away from the busy paths.

Pleasant hike on the Champagne hillsides of Avize and Cramant Champagne de la Côte des Blancs - Magnificent view of the villages and vineyards. Pass through the forest in the Avize mountains. Walk around Saran Castle with a view of the park below.

Here is a walk through the vineyards in the pretty Cubry valley. You can enjoy a lovely view of the vineyards, charming wash houses and the majestic Château de Brugny. You may come across pilgrims on their way to Santiago de Compostela between Moussy and the church at Chavot.

This short hike through vineyards and woods takes us to the Cubry Valley and along the route of the old CBR (Reims Suburban Railway). It offers a glimpse of a little-known curiosity: the Pierre Saint-Mamert, where a hermit once lived. This stone is on private land where walking is tolerated provided that visitors respect the site. Note: the spelling on the IGN map is incorrect; it is indeed the Pierre Saint-Mamert.

A circular walk mainly through woodland. You’ll discover different types of woodland and, with a bit of luck, a variety of wildlife. A gently undulating and very pleasant route, especially in hot weather.

This is a hike for lovers of beautiful trees. From the Maison Forestière du Cadran to Pourcy, you can admire several remarkable trees, whose history is recounted on information panels. You can visit the Maison du Parc and return via a quiet road through the pretty village of Courtagnon.

Between Épernay and Reims, this is a ten-kilometre route accessible in all weathers. It can be done as a simple walk with children (possibly with an all-terrain pushchair) or as a brisk walk.

This is a walk through the woods that can be done at a brisk pace or as a family stroll. Pass by the remarkable tree "Le Chêne des Trois Frères" and the pretty village of Courtagnon with its small vineyard.

Here is a long walk through the Montagne de Reims, passing through several pretty wine-growing villages. Magnificent woodland, Champagne vineyards and a lovely view of Reims. Accessible by TER from Rilly-la-Montagne station or Germaine station.

A hike on paths that are accessible in all seasons. You will pass through magnificent forests and vineyards, with a beautiful view of Reims. Stone paths, small roads with no traffic and single-track trails. The route is easy, as it follows theGR® (GRP® de l'Ardre andGR®142) in their current version (not the one on the maps), and is well marked for over half of the way.

This is a short 17 km walk on paths suitable for all seasons. It takes you through magnificent forests and vineyards, with a stunning view of the city of Reims. Accessible by TER from Germaine station (point (2))

This short walk through woods and vineyards will take you around the Montagne d'Avize, passing by the cliffs of Grauves, the magnificent Parc Vix in Avize and the beautiful viewpoint at Cramant. A 360° view of the region! Much of this route is unmarked. The app is recommended between (7) and (11). Avoid during the hunting season.

This short walk of less than 10 km through the woods can be done at a brisk pace or as a family stroll. Avoid days when hunting is taking place; these are signposted at the start of the paths.

This is a short circular loop in the woods, which can be done with the family or at a brisk pace.

An easy walk. Particularly suitable in wet weather as it follows a tarmac or gravel path for almost the entire route (can also be done by mountain bike). The entire route is through woodland, except for the section through the village.

Discover the limestone cliffs of the Avize mountain and, for nature enthusiasts, all the unique features of this ZNIEFF (Natural Area of Ecological, Faunal and Floristic Interest) on the Grauves cliffs.

A short walk through the woods of Germaine, suitable for the whole family. With a bit of luck, you might spot some deer.

This short route will take you through the vineyards and woods of Mancy to Morangis via Moslins. It is suitable for brisk walking or a short family stroll. There are some steep hills, however, so it is best avoided during heatwaves. Avoid during hunting season.

In the heart of the Montagne de Reims Regional Nature Park, come and discover this walk that takes you across both sides of the Courtagnon valley, a small village in Champagne situated at the end of a dead-end road. A touch of mid-mountain atmosphere.

This short hike in the woods will be of interest to First World War enthusiasts as it passes by the memorial stone honouring the soldiers ofthe 35th Infantry Regiment who fell between 17 July and 3 August 1918 in the Bois de Courton. Please respect the area, as the woods are probably private property. Avoid during hunting season.

Located in the Verzy national forest, the Faux de Verzy are well worth a visit! The twisted beech trees and a hollow oak tree will capture your attention. During your hike, you will feel as if you have stepped into the Forest of Brocéliande.

An easy walk that ends with the chance to discover a natural curiosity of the region: trees growing in a twisted manner, the Faux de Verzy.

This is an easy, semi-sporting hike (if you walk at a good pace on the first part) and a semi-cultural one, offering beautiful views of the Champagne plain and a natural curiosity of the region: trees that grow in a twisted manner, the Faux de Verzy.