Reims → Châlons-en-Champagne

This first short stage leaves the cathedral city of Reims and follows relatively flat Champagne plains to the quieter canals and medieval streets of Châlons-en-Champagne. It is a gentle opening day that introduces pilgrims to the region's ecclesiastical heritage.

Scenery

Open agricultural plains, vineyards in the distance, and pastoral waterways approaching the town.

Points of interest along the way

• • Notre-Dame-en-Vaux
• • Saint-Étienne Cathedral