Destination guide

Troyes

Troyes is the kind of city that makes you extend your stay after ten minutes. Its historic centre is full of colourful timber-framed houses, and between Rue des Chats, the cathedral and the small squares you will find a remarkably strong restaurant scene.

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Troyes in the Champagne region
Best for

A romantic overnight stay paired with the southern wine region

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A realistic day

How to plan your time

Wander through Rue Émile-Zola, Rue des Chats and the lanes around the cathedral in the morning. Lunch in town and only then drive towards Montgueux or the Côte des Bar. If you stay overnight, reserve a good table and forget about the return drive.

01

The timber-framed streets

Begin on Rue Émile-Zola, then seek out Rue des Chats and Cour du Mortier-d’Or for the most characterful façades.

02

Saint-Pierre-et-Saint-Paul Cathedral

Impressive stained glass and a calm interior.

03

A long evening at the table

Choose Aux Crieurs de Vin for bistro cooking and wine, Le Petit Basson for seasonal produce or Caffè Cosi for Italian food.

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Sights in Troyes

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01 · Timber framing · old town

Rue des Chats

A narrow, atmospheric lane where the upper floors of the timber-framed houses seem to lean towards each other.

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02 · Courtyard · timber framing

Cour du Mortier-d’Or

Step into the courtyard for one of the prettiest ensembles of restored wooden façades in the old town.

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03 · Gothic · stained glass

Saint-Pierre-et-Saint-Paul Cathedral

Take time for the exceptional stained glass; the interior feels lighter and calmer than the monumental façade suggests.

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Our restaurant choices

Three tables worth staying in Troyes for

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01 · Bistro · natural wine

Aux Crieurs de Vin

A lively bistro and wine bar with a serious list and product-led cooking. Our pick for a relaxed evening with good bottles.

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02 · Seasonal · kitchen garden

Le Petit Basson

Small, personal and particularly good with vegetables, herbs and seasonal produce. Book ahead, especially at weekends.

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03 · Italian · terrace

Caffè Cosi

A welcome change after several days of French cooking. Bruno Caironi serves Italian and Mediterranean dishes, with two terraces for a long lunch or summer evening.

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Champagne houses

3 visits in and around Troyes

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Sfeerbeeld van flessen in een historische krijtkelder

Les Riceys · Côte des Bar

Champagne Morize

Champagne Morize is based in Les Riceys and has an old Cistercian cellar. The tasting also introduces Rosé des Riceys and Coteaux Champenois.

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Sfeerbeeld van champagneglazen en een fles met uitzicht over de wijngaarden

Les Riceys · Côte des Bar

Champagne Pascal Walczak

This family estate in Les Riceys makes Coteaux Champenois and Rosé des Riceys as well as champagne. It lets you compare several wines from the same village in one visit.

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Sfeerbeeld van een champagneproeverij

Les Riceys · Côte des Bar

Champagne Didier Goussard

Champagne Didier Goussard welcomes visitors in a village house in Les Riceys. The explanation covers the family estate, production and the differences between the local wines.

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