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Welcome to "Les visites d'Aurélien"
I am a professional licensed tour guide and an historian, graduated with a Master's degree in History and History of arts from the University of Reims. I'm working as a freelancer in the Champagne region. I love my region and this is the reason why I provide guided tours of the region: Reims, Epernay, Châlons-en-Champagne and other cities. Let me share my passion and my knowledge with you. My goal is simple : to bring happiness to others ! Enjoy a nice experience with a personal guided tour full of sweet anecdotes, History and fun ! I am an expert about World War One, World War Two and everything you need to know about Champagne and the French monarchy! During several years, I have been sommelier and guide in the most famous champagne brands of Reims and Epernay. Let start a high quality guided tour to understand everything about the French culture!
Guided tours available
Here is a list of the guided tours I am proposing. A lot of topics are possible, depending on what you like the most. If you require any further information, please feel free to reach out to me.
Into the champagne vineyards
Let's discover the history of the champagne making process and the excellence of the vineyards of the Marne area.
In the footsteps of Walt Disney
The great Walt Disney came several times in the Champagne region during his life. Reims, Epernay, Châlons-en-Champagne, discover the main sources of inspiration of an american legend and his French connection.
Reims discovery tour
Discover 2000 years of History with the city’s most interesting sites, including the Cathedral. Explore the old town of Reims and discover the most popular highlights as well as some hidden gems.
Reims : the Cathedral
Listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Notre-Dame de Reims Cathedral is one of the major achievements of Gothic art in France, both for its architecture and for its 2,303 statues. The cathedral abounds in riches and little details that you could spend hours admiring. There’s so much to see, including the nave, the facade, the chapels, the stained-glass windows, the mechanical clock, the great organ... Discover all the secrets of Notre-Dame!
Becoming a King
From the cathedral to the Basilica Saint Remi, two buildings classified World Heritage by the UNESCO, discover the origins of the French monarchy and the full process to become King of France with the ceremony of the coronation. An exciting walking tour
Reims, an American city
General Pershing, President Woodrow Wilson, Joséphine Baker, Walt Disney, General Eisenhower...they all went to Reims for the best. Discover the strong connection between the USA and Reims.
Reims : Art Deco capital
Immerse yourself in the atmosphere of the 1920s, and let yourself be dazzled by the wonders of Art Deco. This architectural style was a large source of inspiration when Reims had to be reconstructed after WWI. Discover a European capital of this architectural style and the strong link between Reims and the USA.
Reims : War and peace
The City underwent a heavy bombing from the German army during World War One. Later, History was made in Reims as the unconditional surrender of the German armies was signed there on 7 May 1945 ending World War Two in Europe.Discover the headquarters of General Eisenhower and the History of a major military base.
Sparkling Reims
The most famous brands of Champagne in the world were born in Reims and are still located there.A relaxing walking-tour to discover the History of those brands and a part of the Champagne making process. Cellars and tasting not included but a lot of anecdotes and recommendations.
Epernay discovery tour
Discover the city-center of Epernay and its highlights, including the famous Avenue de Champagne listed as UNESCO World heritage site.
Epernay : the "avenue de Champagne"
A special walking tour in the capital of the Champagne drink to discover the famous "avenue de Champagne" which is an equivalent of Hollywood Boulevard. Discover the whole Champagne making process and the History of the main Champagne manufacturers such as Moet&Chandon and others.
The Marne : Battlefields of WWI
Interested in heading to the areas where fighting took place during the Great War? The Marne department saw terrific fightings throughout the war, particularly in 1914, 1917 and 1918. Discover battle sites emblematic of French, British and American resistance, determination, and sacrifice during World War One. Including sites confirmed as being the latest additions to the UNESCO World Heritage List.
Châlons-en-Champagne : Discovery tour
A special walking tour to discover the capital of the Marne area, a city full of timber-framed houses. You'll see the city’s most interesting sites, including the Cathedral. You'll learn a lot about major characters of the History of France : Joan of Arc, King Louis XIV, Queen Marie-Antoinette... A tour full of anecdotes and surprises !
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Châlons and the birth of champagne
Full day or half day, discover the significance of Châlons-en-Champagne in the birth of the champagne and its popularity. Cellars and tasting possible.
Châlons and World War II
From the battle of Châlons in June 1940 to the liberation of the city by the third US Army of General Patton in 1944, let's discover the untold History of a major site of World War II in France
Cathedral Saint-Etienne of Châlons-en-Champagne
A unique Cathedral in the Champagne region mixing three types of architecture : roman, gothic and baroque. You'll see some of the oldest stained glass window of France and learn about multiple royal weddings.
Notre-Dame-en-Vaux of Châlons
Listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, enter the highest church of Châlons-en-Champagne, higher than Notre-Dame of Paris, a source of inspiration for the writer Victor Hugo.
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Contact
Les visites d'Aurélien
1 rue de l'hôtel de ville
Chalons-en-Champagne, Grand Est, France
+ 33 (0)52 24 82 09
aurelienmaurice.boucher@orange.fr
