Reims, France is one of the world's most compelling tourist destinations. It's the largest city in Champagne while home to French Christianity, kings and significant World War II victory.

With a Gothic cathedral that dates back more than 800 years, venerable Champagne cellars, playful Art Deco style, and vibrant pedestrian zone, Reims is intoxicating. And thanks to France’s slick ...

by Rick Steves, November 23, 2023 | With a Gothic cathedral, venerable Champagne cellars, playful Art Deco style and vibrant pedestrian zone, Reims is intoxicating. Learn more here.

A total of 31 kings were crowned in the Cathedral of Reims, which remains one of the most important religious buildings in France. It is also there that St. Remy baptized Clovis I in 496, making ...

German bombardment of Reims, France has created terrible slaughter and destruction in the ancient city, including damage to the ancient cathedral. At intervals throughout the past two nights ...

If you only see one cathedral in France there’s a strong argument that it should be the gargantuan Notre-Dame de Reims. 33 kings have been crowned here, some of the stained glass windows were ...

More than just a decoration, the sculptures of Reims Cathedral are an integral part of the architectural composition of the building. Reflecting both the traditions of Île-de-France and the minor arts ...

There is plenty to see in Reims, including the Notre-Dame de Reims Cathedral. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, its current incarnation was built in the 13th century. Notre-Dame de Reims was the former ...

The shattered roof and broken windows of the cathedral. (Image: Illustrated London News, [London, England], 3 October 1914) The cathedral has stood in Reims since 1275.

Since Clovis’ baptism, Reims’ cathedral has served as the place for the coronation of 25 French kings and queens – allowing it to play a more important role in France’s political history ...