Sightseeing
The surroundings
Pierry
A wine producing village, Pierry is remarkable for its rich architectural heritage of the eighteenth century, with its castles, mansions, its miles of vaulted cellars dug out in chalk.
The cellar of Benedictine monks settled here in 1326 and hosted the work of brother Oudard ( 1654 - 1742 ) Brother Oudard made wine and collaborated with Dom Perignon from the Abbey of Hautvillers.
An experienced guide will accompany you for a discovery walk through the village.
Epernay, capital of champagne
Pierry is located three kilometres from Epernay, the capital of champagne.
The remarkable Avenue de Champagne, lined with prestigious Champagne houses and mansions is a ‘must’ to stroll down, day or night.
Vineyards
The visit of the surrounding vineyards, the Champagne houses, large or small,offer many with a guide ( La Vigne du Roy ).
The beauty of the Champagne area with its remarkable views offers hiking destinations on foot, by bicycle or by car according to the routes that are chosen.
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Information available from the Tourist Office |
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Holidays and sport
Walking
From the Château, it is easy to go running or walking in the vineyards and in the surrounding woods.
Golfing
Golf de Champagne : from 39 km from Pierry
Golf du Val secret : from 56 km from Pierry
Golf de Reims : from 39 km from Pierry
Golf de la GrandeRomanie : from 51 km from Pierry
Hunting
The region is rich in forests and well endowed with hunting societies.
For hunters, the Château provides accommodation, early morning breakfast, a day of hunting and return to a blazing fire in the fireplace as one of our nice programmes.
Massage and relaxation
To relax, you can, upon request and reservation, get a massage provided by AUPIAIS Nelly, www.commedansunebulle.com
Champagne
Discovery of Champagne
If you come to Champagne, then there is every chance that you enjoy champagne.
The exploration field is extensive with its 34,000 hectares of vineyards, worked by 5000 producers and trading houses, looking after the vineyards, the vinification etc.
Discovery of champagne houses
You will discover in Champagne, houses that are large or small.
We can arrange guided tours through the vineyards (La Vigne du Roy).
Or you may want to visit the producer to whom you have been loyal for a long time.
Discover the taste of champagne
You want to learn more about champagne? You want to take courses in wine tasting? Then there are tasting sessions which we can organise at,
International Institute of Champagne
Villa Bissinger, Aÿ
Harvest time
You want to see the grape harvest or even spend a day picking grapes, then we can direct you to wine-makers who organize these harvesting days.
Cuisine and champagne
Would you like to learn now to make a meal, associating the food with champagne.
This is what I can propose at the Château.
Weekend Cuisine
Cooking with champagne weekends can be organized throughout the year and will be advertised on this website
Business Travel : stopover
If your business call you to Champagne and you are looking for a friendly atmosphere, then the Château Les Aulnois offers this.
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Subject to availability of rooms from Monday to Thursday, from 1st September to 30th June, the prices are: | |
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Price per night (business strip) |
115 euros, including breakfast |
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Dinner |
(a main dish such as a “pot au feu” ) 28 Euros per person |
Our holiday suggestions
Christmas and New Year 2010
Travel in love : a romantic, quiet atmosphere, a little champagne and some magic.
Birthday gifts, weddings
Family events: engagements, anniversaries, weddings in an intimate décor ….
Stays with friends: the exclusive reservations of all rooms will ensure the enjoyment of any home with its calm and friendly atmosphere.
Discovery Weekend : From Friday to Sunday, typical champagne meals, a tour of the cellars, candlelight dinner on Saturday evening and a Sunday morning brunch with a last glass of champagne.
Guided tour of the vineyards : La Vigne du Roy
Tourist landmarks :
Reims with its cathedral and museums
La ‘Route du Champagne’
The Roman churches







