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class=\"hv-article\"\n  itemscope\n  itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Article\"\n  itemprop=\"mainEntity\"\n>\n\n  <!-- HERO -->\n  <header class=\"hv-hero\">\n    <div class=\"hv-hero-tag\">Guide &amp; Wine Tourism \u00b7 Montagne de Reims<\/div>\n    <h1 itemprop=\"headline\">Visiting <em>Hautvillers<\/em>,<br>the birthplace of Champagne<\/h1>\n    <p class=\"hv-hero-sub\">History, panoramas, best tasting houses, restaurants and practical information: the complete guide from Reims.<\/p>\n    <div class=\"hv-hero-meta\">\n      <span>30 km from Reims<\/span>\n      <span>UNESCO listed<\/span>\n      <span>A full day recommended<\/span>\n    <\/div>\n    <meta itemprop=\"datePublished\" content=\"2026-03-23\">\n    <meta itemprop=\"dateModified\" content=\"2026-03-23\">\n    <span itemprop=\"author\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Organization\">\n      <meta itemprop=\"name\" content=\"Bonjour Reims!\">\n      <meta itemprop=\"url\" content=\"https:\/\/blog.bonjour-reims.fr\/en\/\">\n    <\/span>\n  <\/header>\n\n  <div class=\"hv-body\">\n\n    <!-- TABLE OF CONTENTS -->\n    <nav class=\"hv-toc\" aria-label=\"Table of contents\">\n      <p class=\"hv-toc-title\">In this guide<\/p>\n      <ol>\n        <li><a href=\"#histoire\">History of Hautvillers and Dom P\u00e9rignon<\/a><\/li>\n        <li><a href=\"#a-voir\">What to see in Hautvillers<\/a><\/li>\n        <li><a href=\"#deguster\">The best Champagne houses<\/a><\/li>\n        <li><a href=\"#restaurants\">Where to eat in Hautvillers<\/a><\/li>\n        <li><a href=\"#pratique\">Practical information and getting there from Reims<\/a><\/li>\n        <li><a href=\"#faq\">Frequently asked questions<\/a><\/li>\n      <\/ol>\n    <\/nav>\n\n    <!-- HISTORY -->\n    <section id=\"histoire\" class=\"hv-intro\" itemprop=\"articleBody\">\n      <div class=\"hv-section-label\">History<\/div>\n      <p><span class=\"hv-drop\">P<\/span>erched 200 metres above the Marne valley, just 30 km from Reims, <strong>Hautvillers<\/strong> is one of the most historically significant villages in the whole of Champagne. Its name comes from the Latin <em>Alta Villa<\/em> \u2014 the high village \u2014 and it lives up to that name from the very first bend in the road that reveals the vineyards below. The village and its vines have been <a href=\"https:\/\/whc.unesco.org\/en\/list\/1552\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" title=\"Champagne Hillsides, Houses and Cellars \u2014 UNESCO\">UNESCO World Heritage listed since 2015<\/a>.<\/p>\n      <p>The Benedictine Abbey of Saint-Pierre was founded in 650 AD by Saint Nivard, Archbishop of Reims. Destroyed by the Normans in 882, set ablaze by the English in 1449, rebuilt, razed by the Huguenots in 1564, then reconstructed thanks to donations from Catherine de' Medici: the abbey has survived everything.<\/p>\n      <p>In 1668, everything changed. A young monk of 29, Dom Pierre P\u00e9rignon, arrived at the abbey. For 47 years, he refined the art of blending \u2014 combining grapes from different plots to elevate the quality of the wine. His genius was not in inventing the bubbles, but in creating the blending method that underpins Champagne as we know it. His wine would be served at Versailles. He died in 1715, the same year as Louis XIV.<\/p>\n    <\/section>\n\n    <!-- PHOTO 1 -->\n    <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.bonjour-reims.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/hautvillers-enseigne.png\" alt=\"Wrought-iron sign in the village of Hautvillers, UNESCO-listed vineyards, birthplace of Champagne\" title=\"Hautvillers, the birthplace of Champagne\" width=\"100%\" loading=\"lazy\">\n\n    <!-- WHAT TO SEE -->\n    <section id=\"a-voir\" class=\"hv-section\">\n      <div class=\"hv-section-label\">Visits &amp; Activities<\/div>\n      <h2>What to <span class=\"accent\">see and do<\/span> in Hautvillers<\/h2>\n\n      <div class=\"hv-voir-list\">\n\n        <div class=\"hv-voir-item highlight\">\n          <div class=\"hv-voir-icon\">\u26ea<\/div>\n          <div class=\"hv-voir-content\">\n            <span class=\"hv-voir-badge\">Not to miss \u00b7 Free entry<\/span>\n            <h3>The \u00c9glise Saint-Sindulphe &amp; Dom P\u00e9rignon's tomb<\/h3>\n            <p>The historical and emotional heart of the visit. The monk's funeral slab is simple, almost austere \u2014 which only adds to its impact. Best visited early in the morning, before the crowds arrive.<br><br>\n            \ud83d\udccd 21 Rue de l'Abbaye, 51160 Hautvillers \u00b7 Open daily 9am\u20136pm \u00b7 Free entry<\/p>\n          <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n\n        <div class=\"hv-voir-item highlight\">\n          <div class=\"hv-voir-icon\">\ud83c\udf04<\/div>\n          <div class=\"hv-voir-content\">\n            <span class=\"hv-voir-badge\">Not to miss \u00b7 UNESCO viewpoint<\/span>\n            <h3>The Dom P\u00e9rignon Viewpoint<\/h3>\n            <p>Probably the finest viewpoint on the Montagne de Reims: a sweeping view over the sea of vines and the entire Marne valley. Accessible on foot in 20 minutes from the village via the <em>Circuit du Pi\u00e9destal<\/em> (3 km, easy). Best in the early morning, when the light is low and golden.<\/p>\n          <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n\n        <div class=\"hv-voir-item\">\n          <div class=\"hv-voir-icon\">\ud83d\udd28<\/div>\n          <div class=\"hv-voir-content\">\n            <span class=\"hv-voir-badge\">Free \u00b7 Open-air museum<\/span>\n            <h3>The wrought-iron signs<\/h3>\n            <p>Unique in France: around forty signs adorn the fa\u00e7ades, depicting coopers, blacksmiths, cellar masters, carpenters\u2026 A living tradition discovered by wandering the lanes for 30 minutes. Entirely free.<\/p>\n          <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n\n        <div class=\"hv-voir-item\">\n          <div class=\"hv-voir-icon\">\ud83e\uded9<\/div>\n          <div class=\"hv-voir-content\">\n            <span class=\"hv-voir-badge\">Artisan produce \u00b7 Fine food \u00b7 Guided visit<\/span>\n            <h3>Les Enfants de Bacchus Vinegar House<\/h3>\n            <p>The village's unexpected address. Founded in 2021 by four brothers and sisters from Hautvillers, this artisan vinegar producer transforms surplus Champagne quotas into exceptional vinegars, aged in oak barrels for a minimum of one year. The guided visit by the master vinegar-maker concludes with a Champagne tasting. The fine food shop offers a selection of local products \u2014 an ideal souvenir of the terroir.<br><br>\n            167 Rue de Bacchus \u00b7 Open Apr\u2013Dec, Fri to Mon, 10am\u20135pm \u00b7 Free self-guided visit \u00b7 Guided visit \u20ac10 \u00b7 Champagne tasting \u20ac15 \u00b7 +33 6 28 81 12 87<\/p>\n          <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n\n        <div class=\"hv-voir-item\">\n          <div class=\"hv-voir-icon\">\ud83e\udd7e<\/div>\n          <div class=\"hv-voir-content\">\n            <span class=\"hv-voir-badge\">3 levels \u00b7 All abilities<\/span>\n            <h3>Walking trails around Hautvillers<\/h3>\n            <p>Three waymarked circuits to suit your mood: <em>Sentier du Pic Noir<\/em> (2.5 km, woodland, all abilities), <em>Circuit des Moines<\/em> (3.5 km, vineyards and forest, fine valley views), and the <em>Hautvillers\u2013Cumi\u00e8res loop<\/em> (12 km, along the Marne) for seasoned walkers.<\/p>\n          <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n\n        <div class=\"hv-voir-item\">\n          <div class=\"hv-voir-icon\">\ud83d\ude90<\/div>\n          <div class=\"hv-voir-content\">\n            <span class=\"hv-voir-badge\">Memorable \u00b7 Booking required<\/span>\n            <h3>Vintage Estafette van &amp; electric buggy through the vines<\/h3>\n            <p>Operators such as <em>A\u00ff Champagne Exp\u00e9rience<\/em> and <em>My Vintage Tour<\/em> offer tours of the vineyard paths in a vintage van or electric buggy, with a tasting among the vines. An unforgettable experience for groups or couples.<\/p>\n          <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n\n      <\/div>\n    <\/section>\n\n    <!-- CHAMPAGNE HOUSES -->\n    <section id=\"deguster\" class=\"hv-section\">\n      <div class=\"hv-section-label\">Tasting<\/div>\n      <h2>The best <span class=\"accent\">Champagne houses<\/span> in Hautvillers<\/h2>\n\n      <div class=\"hv-cards\">\n\n        <div class=\"hv-card featured\">\n          <div class=\"hv-card-top\">\n            <h3>Champagne Joseph Desruets<\/h3>\n            <div class=\"hv-rating\">\n              <span class=\"hv-rating-score\">4.8<\/span>\n              <span class=\"hv-rating-count\">72 reviews<\/span>\n            <\/div>\n          <\/div>\n          <span class=\"hv-card-tag\">Organic \u00b7 Family-run \u00b7 Historic press<\/span>\n          <p>The village's highest-rated house. A farm in organic conversion, with a 130-year-old press still in use. The <em>Cuv\u00e9e Nature<\/em> (zero dosage) is a revelation. If the door looks closed, ring the bell.<\/p>\n          <div class=\"hv-card-info\">\n            <span>\ud83d\udccd 85 Rue de Bacchus, 51160 Hautvillers<\/span>\n            <span>\ud83d\udcc5 Closed Wed and Sun<\/span>\n            <a href=\"tel:+33326594013\">\ud83d\udcde +33 3 26 59 40 13<\/a>\n          <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n\n        <div class=\"hv-card featured\">\n          <div class=\"hv-card-top\">\n            <h3>Champagne Marion-Bosser<\/h3>\n            <div class=\"hv-rating\">\n              <span class=\"hv-rating-score\">4.7<\/span>\n              <span class=\"hv-rating-count\">86 reviews<\/span>\n            <\/div>\n          <\/div>\n          <span class=\"hv-card-tag\">Family-run \u00b7 Intimate \u00b7 7 days a week<\/span>\n          <p>The most intimate house in the village, steps from the church. The daughter of the family now runs it. A warm welcome and precise wines. The trio of cuv\u00e9es is particularly recommended.<\/p>\n          <div class=\"hv-card-info\">\n            <span>\ud83d\udccd 1 Rue de la Croix de Fer, 51160 Hautvillers<\/span>\n            <span>\ud83d\udcc5 Open 7 days \u00b7 10:30am\u20135pm<\/span>\n            <a href=\"tel:+33310153094\">\ud83d\udcde +33 3 10 15 30 94<\/a>\n          <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n\n        <div class=\"hv-card\">\n          <div class=\"hv-card-top\">\n            <h3>Le Berceau du Champagne<\/h3>\n            <div class=\"hv-rating\">\n              <span class=\"hv-rating-score\">4.7<\/span>\n              <span class=\"hv-rating-count\">26 reviews<\/span>\n            <\/div>\n          <\/div>\n          <span class=\"hv-card-tag\">Co-operative \u00b7 Cellar visit<\/span>\n          <p>The village growers' cooperative. Guided cellar tour, commented tasting and a magnificent view over the vineyards. Booking recommended.<\/p>\n          <div class=\"hv-card-info\">\n            <span>\ud83d\udccd Les Maladries, 51160 Hautvillers<\/span>\n            <span>\ud83d\udcc5 Mon\u2013Fri 9am\u201312pm \/ 1:30pm\u20135:30pm<\/span>\n            <a href=\"tel:+33326594006\">\ud83d\udcde +33 3 26 59 40 06<\/a>\n          <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n\n        <div class=\"hv-card\">\n          <div class=\"hv-card-top\">\n            <h3>Caveau Gobillard &amp; Fils<\/h3>\n            <div class=\"hv-rating\">\n              <span class=\"hv-rating-score\">4.4<\/span>\n              <span class=\"hv-rating-count\">229 reviews<\/span>\n            <\/div>\n          <\/div>\n          <span class=\"hv-card-tag\">No booking needed \u00b7 7 days a week<\/span>\n          <p>The most accessible house. Open 7 days a week without a reservation. Tasting at \u20ac15, reimbursed on purchase. A good introduction for first-time visitors.<\/p>\n          <div class=\"hv-card-info\">\n            <span>\ud83d\udccd 38 Rue de l'\u00c9glise, 51160 Hautvillers<\/span>\n            <span>\ud83d\udcc5 7 days \u00b7 10am\u201312:30pm &amp; 2pm\u20135:30pm<\/span>\n            <a href=\"tel:+33326594420\">\ud83d\udcde +33 3 26 59 44 20<\/a>\n          <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n\n      <\/div>\n    <\/section>\n\n    <!-- PHOTO 2 -->\n    <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.bonjour-reims.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/hautvillers-desruets.png\" alt=\"Champagne tasting at Joseph Desruets, family organic grower in Hautvillers\" title=\"Champagne Joseph Desruets, Hautvillers\" width=\"100%\" loading=\"lazy\">\n\n    <!-- RESTAURANTS -->\n    <section id=\"restaurants\" class=\"hv-section\">\n      <div class=\"hv-section-label\">Dining<\/div>\n      <h2>Where to <span class=\"accent\">eat<\/span> in Hautvillers<\/h2>\n\n      <div class=\"hv-cards\">\n\n        <div class=\"hv-card featured\">\n          <div class=\"hv-card-top\">\n            <h3>Clotaire<\/h3>\n            <div class=\"hv-rating\">\n              <span class=\"hv-rating-score\">4.8<\/span>\n              <span class=\"hv-rating-count\">119 reviews<\/span>\n            <\/div>\n          <\/div>\n          <span class=\"hv-card-tag\">Gastronomic \u00b7 Booking essential<\/span>\n          <p>The best table in the village. Creative seasonal cooking, elegant plating, a fine list of Champagnes by the glass. Book several days in advance.<\/p>\n          <div class=\"hv-card-info\">\n            <span>\ud83d\udccd 29 Rue de la Croix de Fer, 51160 Hautvillers<\/span>\n            <span>\ud83d\udcc5 Closed Mon and Tue<\/span>\n            <a href=\"tel:+33310158132\">\ud83d\udcde +33 3 10 15 81 32<\/a>\n          <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n\n        <div class=\"hv-card featured\">\n          <div class=\"hv-card-top\">\n            <h3>Le Beau Lieu<\/h3>\n            <div class=\"hv-rating\">\n              <span class=\"hv-rating-score\">4.9<\/span>\n              <span class=\"hv-rating-count\">97 reviews<\/span>\n            <\/div>\n          <\/div>\n          <span class=\"hv-card-tag\">Bistronomic \u00b7 Bring your own bottle<\/span>\n          <p>The village's surprise. Market-led menu, daily arrivals. Unique concept: bring your own bottle bought from a local grower and pay only a modest corkage fee.<\/p>\n          <div class=\"hv-card-info\">\n            <span>\ud83d\udccd 48 Rue de Cumi\u00e8res, 51160 Hautvillers<\/span>\n            <span>\ud83d\udcc5 Closed Tue and Wed<\/span>\n            <a href=\"tel:+33982240967\">\ud83d\udcde +33 9 82 24 09 67<\/a>\n          <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n\n        <div class=\"hv-card\">\n          <div class=\"hv-card-top\">\n            <h3>Au 36...<\/h3>\n            <div class=\"hv-rating\">\n              <span class=\"hv-rating-score\">4.4<\/span>\n              <span class=\"hv-rating-count\">631 reviews<\/span>\n            <\/div>\n          <\/div>\n          <span class=\"hv-card-tag\">Champagne bar \u00b7 Sharing boards \u00b7 Terrace<\/span>\n          <p>On the main square. A tasting of 6 Champagnes with local sharing boards at \u20ac44. Ideal for a relaxed afternoon between walks. Shop across the road.<\/p>\n          <div class=\"hv-card-info\">\n            <span>\ud83d\udccd 36 Rue Domaine P\u00e9rignon, 51160 Hautvillers<\/span>\n            <span>\ud83d\udcc5 Closed Tue and Wed<\/span>\n            <a href=\"tel:+33326515837\">\ud83d\udcde +33 3 26 51 58 37<\/a>\n          <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n\n        <div class=\"hv-card\">\n          <div class=\"hv-card-top\">\n            <h3>L'Atelier des Moines<\/h3>\n            <div class=\"hv-rating\">\n              <span class=\"hv-rating-score\">4.6<\/span>\n              <span class=\"hv-rating-count\">50 reviews<\/span>\n            <\/div>\n          <\/div>\n          <span class=\"hv-card-tag\">Bar &amp; Dinner \u00b7 Champagne cocktails<\/span>\n          <p>Set in a converted monastic outbuilding. Champagne by the glass, Champagne cocktails, a thoughtful menu. The ideal place to round off the day.<\/p>\n          <div class=\"hv-card-info\">\n            <span>\ud83d\udccd 34 Rue Henri Martin, 51160 Hautvillers<\/span>\n            <span>\ud83d\udcc5 Open Thu\u2013Sun<\/span>\n            <a href=\"tel:+33352828812\">\ud83d\udcde +33 3 52 82 88 12<\/a>\n          <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n\n      <\/div>\n    <\/section>\n\n    <!-- PRACTICAL INFORMATION -->\n    <section id=\"pratique\" class=\"hv-section\">\n      <div class=\"hv-section-label\">Practical information<\/div>\n      <h2>How to visit <span class=\"accent\">Hautvillers<\/span> from Reims<\/h2>\n\n      <div class=\"hv-pratique\">\n        <h3>What to know before you go<\/h3>\n        <div class=\"hv-pratique-grid\">\n          <div class=\"hv-pratique-item\">\n            <strong>\ud83d\ude97 Getting there from Reims<\/strong>\n            <span>40 minutes via the D951 through the Parc Naturel de la Montagne de Reims. A beautiful drive along the vineyards. Park at the Parking du Jard Kiedrich at the entrance to the village.<\/span>\n          <\/div>\n          <div class=\"hv-pratique-item\">\n            <strong>\ud83d\ude90 Private transfer<\/strong>\n            <span>Several operators offer Champagne tours from Reims taking in Hautvillers, A\u00ff and \u00c9pernay. Ideal for back-to-back tastings without worrying about the drive.<\/span>\n          <\/div>\n          <div class=\"hv-pratique-item\">\n            <strong>\ud83c\udf38 Best time to visit<\/strong>\n            <span>Spring (April\u2013May) for the vines in bloom and golden light. Autumn (Sept\u2013Oct) during the harvest for the unique energy the village takes on at that time of year.<\/span>\n          <\/div>\n          <div class=\"hv-pratique-item\">\n            <strong>\u23f1 Ideal length of stay<\/strong>\n            <span>Allow a full day: a walk and the viewpoint in the morning, a tasting at a family house, then lunch and a Champagne bar in the afternoon.<\/span>\n          <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n      <\/div>\n    <\/section>\n\n    <!-- FAQ -->\n    <section id=\"faq\" class=\"hv-section\">\n      <div class=\"hv-section-label\">Frequently asked questions<\/div>\n      <h2>FAQs about <span class=\"accent\">Hautvillers<\/span> and Champagne<\/h2>\n\n      <div class=\"hv-faq\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/FAQPage\">\n\n        <details class=\"hv-faq-item\" itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\">\n          <summary class=\"hv-faq-q\" itemprop=\"name\">Did Dom P\u00e9rignon invent Champagne?<\/summary>\n          <div class=\"hv-faq-a\" itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\">\n            <p itemprop=\"text\">No \u2014 legend often credits him with inventing the bubbles, but this is inaccurate. His genius lay in the art of blending: combining grapes from different plots to produce a wine of unrivalled quality and consistency. He also popularised the use of the cork stopper. It is this expertise that underpins the Champagne method as we know it today.<\/p>\n          <\/div>\n        <\/details>\n\n        <details class=\"hv-faq-item\" itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\">\n          <summary class=\"hv-faq-q\" itemprop=\"name\">Can you visit the Hautvillers Abbey?<\/summary>\n          <div class=\"hv-faq-a\" itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\">\n            <p itemprop=\"text\">The abbey is private property belonging to Mo\u00ebt &amp; Chandon and is not open to visitors. However, the abbey church of Saint-Sindulphe, which houses the tomb of Dom P\u00e9rignon, is open to the public every day, free of charge.<\/p>\n          <\/div>\n        <\/details>\n\n        <details class=\"hv-faq-item\" itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\">\n          <summary class=\"hv-faq-q\" itemprop=\"name\">Do you need to book tastings in advance in Hautvillers?<\/summary>\n          <div class=\"hv-faq-a\" itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\">\n            <p itemprop=\"text\">For the smaller family-run houses (Joseph Desruets, Marion-Bosser), booking ahead is strongly recommended, especially at weekends. Gobillard &amp; Fils welcomes visitors without an appointment. The restaurants Clotaire and Le Beau Lieu require a reservation, ideally several days in advance.<\/p>\n          <\/div>\n        <\/details>\n\n        <details class=\"hv-faq-item\" itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\">\n          <summary class=\"hv-faq-q\" itemprop=\"name\">Can you reach Hautvillers from Reims without a car?<\/summary>\n          <div class=\"hv-faq-a\" itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\">\n            <p itemprop=\"text\">The village has no railway station. From Reims, the best option without a car is the TER \"Ligne des Bulles\" train to \u00c9pernay (34 minutes), then a taxi to the village (7 minutes, approx. \u20ac20). Private transfer companies also offer Champagne tours departing from Reims.<\/p>\n          <\/div>\n        <\/details>\n\n      <\/div>\n    <\/section>\n\n    <!-- CONCLUSION -->\n    <section class=\"hv-section\">\n      <div class=\"hv-section-label\">Going further<\/div>\n      <div class=\"hv-conclusion\">\n        <p>Hautvillers rewards those who make the effort. 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