Like to enjoy part of that French Joie de vivre– And a glass of taria quit wine while you’re busy, because why not? – But the insane crowd in Paris keeps on visiting you?
No matter how beautiful it is, the City of Lights has no monopoly on Haussmann architecture, medieval charm and good food: in fact this less well-known ‘mini paris’ in the neighborhood all those boxes, and some, still, without The surplus!
So say au revoir to Beret-and-Baguette Selfies with the Eiffel Tower for background and extremely long lines in the Louvre, and coulcou to reimen:
Just like Paris, just on a smaller scale
Unless you are a self -proclaimed Francophile, chances are that you have never heard of the name ‘Reims’ until you have come across this article, so let’s give you the shortest possible introduction to this most fascinating old city:
It is About 80 miles away from Paris and is Often referred to as the Royal Capital of France. Sorry, Versailles, you can get the lush estate and the luxurious palaces, but this is where the most early princes of the country were anointed in the Middle Ages.
Rinse it a millennium back, and what you will find is a large city of the Roman Empire, one of the very first to be located on the Roman conquest of Gaul-We know that his much strange sounding names, but then France was known.
Nowadays it is the biggest turning in the Marne, a historic region in northeastern France, with more than 178,478 inhabitants, and despite being regularly raised by ‘Paname’, It is just as lively and culturally rich.
In fact, it feels like a mini Paris, with its own ‘Notre-Dame’ cathedral, well-preserved old city and incredible food scene:
Welcome to the Royal Capital of France
Every trip to Reims starts with his Notre-Dame. We know that Notre-Dame is often exclusively associated with the rising Gothic Cathedral of Paris on the Seine, but (almost) every big French city has its own.
In the case of Reims it is one Gravity Tire structure With Twin Towers rises 81 meters high, a complicated decorated western facade decorated with more than 2,300 images and a colorful 13th-century rose window that throws kaleidoscopic reflections on the curved ceilings.
This is where French kings were crowned day, the day, and it is free to come in.
The architectural display does not end there: similar to Paris, everywhere you look, a monumental building may seem to be that Pratat the foundation of America.
Palais du Tau is such an example, a palace of a former archbishop that now houses the historical coronation artifacts, as is Basilique Saint-RemiA small basilica that is famous to house the remains of Saint Remi.
In the meantime, Porte de Mars a Triumphal arch from the Roman era was built in the 3rd century-paris’ much Jurger Boog de Triomphe can only wish and it is only a few steps away from the Roman underground galleries, built around the same time.
For enthusiasts from the First World War, Fort de la Pompelle is a WWI Fort and Museum dedicated to the Marne, one of the most emblematic of the first major European conflict, and if you love Paris because of its elegant public buildings, you can’t miss from Reims’ elegant Hôtel de Ville.
None of those Instagrammer -Clownery
& Delicious food wherever you go
As you can see, there is plenty in Reims to keep you busy, and the best thing is that it has very small crowds, even though it is so close to the most visited capital in the world!
On average it only houses 1.8 million guests per yearwhose majority is French anyway, so the city itself feels authentic locally and lives in, with family businesses and boulangeries in abundance, and none of the usual beret-clad Instagrammer-clownery.
That is probably the reason why restaurants serve here Some of the best food we have tried everywhere in Franceby Aux Bons Amis‘Beef Bourguignon, to Bistro de la Poste‘s Trout Salmon Tartare.
French classics aside, he gastronomic Coup De Coeur In the northeast of France Andouillettesa kind of Tripe sausage served in a sharp homemade mustardAnd you really didn’t go to Reims until you have tasted it.
In that case go to La Brasserie du Boulingrina historic, yet relaxed brasserie Andouillettes Are a specialty served with crispy fries or a salad.
By the way, a brasserie-style meal in Reims accompanied by a drink (a glass of wine or local beer) you will return € 18-21 on average, or $ 21–23. Fairly affordable.
Where to stay and how you can get there
If you are looking for a place to stay, we strongly recommend it Hôtel des ArcadesA 3-star list within short walking distance of all the most important sights in the city. An overnight stay here will return $ 118 as a few, or Only $ 59 per adult.
Now, in case you are not sure how to get Reims this summer, it cannot be easier if you are already in Paris:
There are high -speed trains (TGV) Pairing both cities every day, starting from just $ 30 one-way and The shortest trip takes 39 minutes.
Check directly for tickets and timetables SNCFThe website of the national rail operator of France.
Oh, and talking about restaurants, you don’t want to travel abroad this summer without first familiarizing yourself with the local tilting culture. Make sure you use our European tip calculator Here to find out how you can tips in the right way in France.
It is one of a number of new Traveler tools that we recently launched here on Travel Off Path: you can also use it to check the input requirements at your destination, or to verify this to verify safety advice in advance.
Let us know how it goes, and Bon Voyage!
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