Welcome to "Les visites d'Aurélien"

I am a professional tour guide working as a freelancer in the Champagne region. I love my region and this is the reason why I am offering guided tours of several cities such as Reims, Epernay, Châlons-en-Champagne and others. 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!

Guided tours available

Here you have some 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.

Reims discovery tour

On this two-hour walking tour, you’ll see 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 astronomical clock, the great organs... Discover all the secrets of Notre-Dame with a two-hour walking tour

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 to open the road to Paris. 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 : the "avenue de Champagne"

A two-hour 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 houses 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 and river saw terrific fighting throughout the war, particularly during 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 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-en-Champagne : Discovery tour

A two-hour walking tour to discover the old administrative capital of the Champagne region. 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 !

June 1940 : the decisive battle of Châlons

June 1940, a decisive battle of Word War Two took place in Châlons : 550 French soldiers resisted the assault of 12000 German soldiers. Discover that unknown battle of Châlons !

Cathedral Notre-Dame 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.

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Contact

Les visites d'Aurélien

1 rue de l'hôtel de ville 
Chalons-en-Champagne, Grand Est, France

+ 33 (0)674 92 20 76

aurelienmaurice.boucher@orange.fr