Reims Travel Resources. Apps, Maps, Emergency Contacts

Digital Tools

On-the-Go Assistance

Citura App
For buses and trams, schedules, and route planning.
Google Maps
Offline maps of Reims prove very useful.
Translation Apps
Translate phrases for easy conversation.
Ride-Sharing
Check for Uber/Bolt availability.
Train Travel
SNCF Connect for train ticket bookings.

Stay & Explore

Accommodation Bookings
Oversee your hotel or apartment reservations.
Official Tourism Site
Reims Tourisme for local events and details.
Champagne Region
Champagne.fr for houses and the Champagne process.
Dining Research
Find menus and book tables.
Fine Dining
Michelin Guide to find recommended eateries.

Connect & Listen

Reims Tourisme Socials

Official accounts for visual inspiration and event updates.

Explore Socials

Champagne House Feeds

Follow major houses for news and insights into their activities.

View House Updates

Travel Vlogs & Podcasts

Search for audio or video on French history or Champagne making.

Further Digital Planning

Before You Travel

Currency Converters
Weather Forecast Apps
Airline Apps
Travel Forums

Cultural Immersion

Online French News
French Recipe Sites
Virtual Museum Tours
French Language Practice

Print Resources & Offline Media

Recommended Guidebooks

Comprehensive France guides.
Rick Steves' France or Lonely Planet. Find on Amazon
Detailed Champagne Region maps. Find on Amazon
City map from Reims Tourist Office.

Local Publications

Free city guides from Tourist Office.
Event listings pamphlets.
Local newspapers.
Regional magazines.

Books on Destination

History of Sparkling Wine.
French culture and etiquette books.
Novels set in Champagne.
Documentaries and films.

Emergency & Health Information

Emergency Contacts

Critical Services

European Emergency: 112 (Police, Ambulance, Fire).
Medical Emergency: 15 (SAMU).
Police: 17 (Police Secours).
Fire Brigade: 18 (Sapeurs-Pompiers).

Healthcare Providers

CHU de Reims: Major public hospital.
Private Clinics: Available throughout the city.
Pharmacies: For minor ailments (green cross).
Medical Advice: Pharmacists often assist.

Consular Support

U.S. Embassy in Paris: +33 (0)1 43 12 22 22.
Canadian Embassy in Paris: +33 (0)1 44 43 29 00.
Other Nationalities: Check your embassy website.

Document Loss

Immediate Steps

Report to Police: Obtain a police report.
Contact Embassy: For emergency travel document.
Copies: Have digital and physical copies separate.

Prevention

Digital Backups: Store scans in cloud storage.
Physical Copies: Keep paper copies in a separate bag.
Emergency Contacts: Save embassy numbers in your phone.

Safety Preparedness

Local Guidance

Low Risk: France has low risk of major natural disasters.
Local Authorities: Follow instructions from radio/TV.
Hotel Guidance: Hotels will provide assistance.

General Readiness

Emergency Kit: A small first-aid kit.
Stay Calm: Maintain composure.
Communicate: Inform loved ones of your safety.

Deepen Your Experience

Documentary Viewing

Champagne production films.
French history documentaries.
Travel vlogs on Reims.
Cultural insights.

Music & Art

French classical music.
Popular French songs.
Gothic cathedral art.
Impressionist art.

Engage & Learn

Online Forums

TripAdvisor or Reddit for peer advice.

Language Learning

Apps like Duolingo or Babbel. Start Learning

Critical Information

Having digital and physical copies of essential documents separate from originals is a wise precaution.

Digital Security & Language Growth

Connected Journey

Digital Wallet & Passes

Mobile Banking
Manage finances on the move.
Digital Passes
Store tickets and reservations.
Emergency Contacts
Store numbers.

Staying Online

ESIM Providers
For easy mobile data access.
Wi-Fi Hotspots
Locate free Wi-Fi spots.
VPN Services
For secure browsing on public Wi-Fi. Explore NordVPN

Knowledge Expansion

Audio Learning

Discover podcasts on French history, Champagne production, and travel topics.

Online Community

Connect with fellow travelers on forums like TripAdvisor or Reddit for peer advice.

French Language Aids

Utilize apps like Duolingo or Babbel and YouTube channels for French learning.

Practice French

Print Resources & Books

Local & Thematic Publications

Local newspapers or regional magazines.
"Champagne: The History..." by Ed McCarthy and Mary Ewing-Mulligan.
Books on French etiquette and regional traditions.
Novels set in the Champagne region.

Cultural Immersion Media

Films & Documentaries

Documentaries on Champagne production.
Films about French history, including World War I.
Look for specific documentaries on Reims' past.
Travel vlogs for visual inspiration and practical advice.

Music & Art Appreciation

French Classical Music for immersion.
Explore popular French chansons.
Research Gothic cathedral architecture before Notre-Dame.
French Impressionist art evokes landscape beauty.

Enrich Your Visit

Explore a documentary about Champagne production before your visit. This broadens your understanding of the region's main industry.

Reims Travel Resources