Champagne Ardenne Region of France

Outlet and Discount Shopping in Troyes, the Factory Shopping Center of France

Guide to Reims, capital of Champagne. Reims makes a wonderful day or overnight trip from Paris. Discover what to see, where to stay, the best places to dine and where to try Champagne in this guide to Reims.

Troyes is one of France’s small gems, a well-preserved medieval town with old streets of restored half-timbered houses, their different colored facades creating a delightful patchwork of colors. Troyes is compact so it’s a good city to visit without a car. It’s easy to get to from Paris and the main sites are all within the small historic center.

The Charles de Gaulle Memorial in Colombey-les-deux-eglises, Champagne

There are plenty of attractions in Reims, capital of the Champagne Region from the gothic cathedral, one of France's finest, to the Automobile Museum, from Champagne tastings to the room where General Eisenhower accepted Germany's unconditional surrender in May 1945

Places and Museums associated with Charles de Gaulle, President of France at Colombey-les-Deux-Eglises, Champagne-Ardenne Region

The official site of the Champagne Ardenne Tourism Office, featuring a calendar of events, panoramic views of the Champagne Ardenne region, and details about the history and Champagne of the region.

There are plenty of good places to eat in Reims; this is the capital of Champagne. This guide will give you an idea of where to celebrate in style, and where to catch a quick bite.

Royal Champagne Hotel is one of the top hotels in the Champagne region

The medieval city of Troyes in Champagne has a wide range of hotels, including two of the prettiest in France. Check out the guide to hotels in Troyes.

Troyes is a delightful town with many attractions to visit, from the cathedral of St-Pierre-et-St Paul with its spectacular stained glass to the delightful apothecary. And not to be missed is the impressive Musee d'art modern (modern art museum) with its carefully selected personal collection of 19th and 20th century art.

Troyes in the Champagne region has a good selection of restaurants. If you're feeling adventurous, try the local specialty of andouillette.

Troyes in the Champagne region is well known for its huge discount outlet shopping malls just outside town. But within the historic center there are some good shops to visit, particularly if you are interested in food shopping.