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Visit of the “Maisons des Rochers”: troglodyte houses in Alsace
By Laurène Philippot

Have you ever heard of the Graufthal Rock Houses? I had already admired these troglodyte houses nestled at the foot of the pink sandstone cliffs from the outside one day but had not yet had the opportunity to visit them. Yes, these incredible blue houses can be visited and it is really worth it! Where […]

The Woodness Spa – Small, private and intimate spa
By Laurène Philippot

We are lucky in Alsace, we have many spas of very good quality. With The Woodness Spa, I tested a spa that’s quite different from the others: it’s not attached to a hotel, it’s much smaller, but it’s private. My summary I liked I liked a little less An intimate spa The Woodness Spa is […]

Schnapps walk in Sasbachwalden (Germany)
By Laurène Philippot

For this unusual hike, I’m taking you to Sasbachwalden, in the Black Forest, in Germany. Two routes called “Schnapsbrunnenwege” (schnapps fountain paths – quite a program, eh?) exist in this delightful Black Forest wine village 40km from Strasbourg. My summary I liked I liked a little less Concept of the schnapps tour Some friends had […]

Covered market of Colmar – What to taste and bring back?
By Laurène Philippot

Foodies, take note—you’re sure to love Colmar’s covered market! It’s a permanent market, open Tuesday through Sunday, located in the heart of Colmar’s old town. Even if you don’t plan to buy anything, I highly recommend stopping by during your visit to Colmar because it’s a wonderful place. The essentials at a glance My Review […]

Visit the Hohlandsbourg castle in Wintzenheim
By Clémence Dalle

The Hohlandsbourg castle overlooks the village of Wintzenheim, next to Colmar, on the Route des Vins. It is one of the many castles to be found on this beautiful road through the Vosges mountains, and is an ideal place to visit with children in Alsace! My summary I liked I liked less A castle to […]

Guirbaden Castle hike from Grendelbruch
By Laurène Philippot

Why not take a stroll to Guirbaden Castle, the largest fortified castle in Alsace? It’s located high above the village of Mollkirch, close to the Bruche Valley, and makes a perfect hiking destination from Grendelbruch! My summary I liked I liked a little less Easy hike from Grendelbruch The Castle of Guirbaden is not the […]

Vélorail Sud Alsace – Pedaling on a railroad track, we tested it!
By Charlotte Lampert

There’s an original activity to try out in Aspach-Michelbach: the Sud-Alsace velorail. I’d been wanting to try it for a long time, but never had the chance. When I heard that a velorail was opening near my home, I didn’t hesitate! My summary I liked I liked a little less A 2-hour walk There are […]

Sporting hike to the castles of Bernstein, Ramstein and Ortenburg
By Léa Davy

Three castles in one hike, with magnificent views, rocky outcrops and ridge paths – doesn’t that make you want to? Let’s head for the heights of Dambach-la-Ville and Scherwiller, just 40 minutes from Strasbourg. This sporty 16 km loop hike has 800 metres of ascent and 800 metres of descent, so don’t neglect your equipment! […]

Walk to the Nideck waterfall and the castle ruins
By Laurène Philippot

The Cascade du Nideck is certainly the most famous waterfall in Alsace, and for good reason: at 25 metres, it’s the highest waterfall in Alsace! It took me a while to decide to go and see it, as I was a little afraid of the crowds and of being disappointed, but I actually really liked […]