Saint-Germain-la-Ville walks

Starting from Saint-Germain-la-Ville, this circular route of almost 8 km is an easy walk on flat ground and takes around 2½ hours.

On the paths running alongside the Marne side canal.

A walk in Pogny, along the Marne side canal, on paths mainly through woodland and along the River Marne.

This short walk takes you through the Blacy vineyards that produce Vitry-style Champagnes. There is a beautiful panoramic view of the surrounding countryside from the telecoms radar site.

Circular Vitry-en-Perthois route through fields and woods, via Plichancourt, returning via the towpath of the Marne-Rhine Canal.

To get to know your town better, here is a short walking route that will take you past the monuments marking all the places of remembrance in Vitry-le-François. This route, which winds through the town’s streets, presents no particular difficulty.

A pleasant ride on the cycle path from Vitry-le-Francois to Châlons-en-Champagne.

Our journey begins in the village of Champigneul-Champagne. This circular walk offers a typical view of the riverbanks. Immerse yourself in the heart of nature, amidst the cheerful song of the great tit, the gentle rustling of leaves in the breeze, and the soothing murmur of flowing water. In summer, keep your eyes peeled, as you might be lucky enough to spot the wren, a small passerine bird moving gracefully amongst the riparian woodland.

A walk taking in the banks of the Marne, parks and small villages.

This hike will allow you to discover the route of the CBR (Chemins de fer de la Banlieue de Reims) with beautiful views of the Champagne plain. You can discover Les Faux de Verzy without taking the overly crowded tourist route. Circular hike possible at the Observatoire du Sinaï with a spectacular view of the valley.

Walk through the Montagne de Reims Forest, half through the woodland and half along a track suitable for vehicles.

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.

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.

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.

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.

A walk through forests, vineyards and villages to discover the Montagne de Reims and its Faux de Verzy. The route is a bit winding, but the idea was to include a good elevation gain. Please note that some sections may be blocked by fallen trees. The Visorando app is recommended.

A short historical walk through the woods along the old CBR (Reims Suburban Railways) line and part of the Way of St James. After a good warm-up, you’ll encounter the walk’s only challenging section, which will take you up to the Montagne de Reims plateau, where the rest of the walk is then an easy stroll.

Between vineyards and woods, with well-maintained paths, wild tracks, stony paths and rutted tracks, you’ll get a good taste of the hiking trails in Champagne and will even follow a section of the Camino de Santiago for a few hundred metres.

This hike begins in the Champagne hills and gradually descends into the heart of the Montagne de Reims forest via some very pleasant trails. The end of the route descends from the forest plateau to finish on the old CBR (Chemin de la Banlieue Rémoise) with a lovely view of the village of Verzenay and its hillsides.

Short hike on the northern balcony of the Reims mountain, discovering the grand cru vineyard and its national forest.

Starting from the Musée du Der in Sainte-Marie-du-Lac-Nuisement, a lovely walk past an old mill, then through a village in the Champagne region, and back via the Lac du Der embankment. Yellow and blue markings on part of the route.

Walk in the Der woods, passing by the dykes, the port and the Nemours peninsula. Moderator's warning (03/07/2022): path reported as impassable from (7).