Have you heard of the Strasbourg Urban Nature Park? Many Strasbourg residents walk right past it without even realizing it! The concept is similar to that of Regional Nature Parks: here, there are no fences or enclosed gardens, but rather entire neighborhoods of the city where the natural, historical, and cultural treasures are preserved and […]
Wine lovers, here is a place not to be missed during a visit to Strasbourg. The historic cellar of the Hospices civils de Strasbourg, located in what is now the Strasbourg University Hospital, is a wonderful and unusual discovery to make during your stay! The essentials at a glance My Review of the Cave historique […]
Nestled at the foot of the Vosges mountains, in the St Amarin valley, the Wesserling park is an original place since it is located on the site of a former royal factory of printed cloths from the 18th century, which later became a major textile industry centre. The entire site has been transformed into an […]
Cristalleries de Saint-Louis is a French crystal manufacturer belonging to the Hermès group that produces pieces for the decoration, tableware, lighting and furniture industries. Founded in 1586, it is the oldest crystal factory in France and is open to visitors! Come on, I’ll take you… My summary I liked I liked less Where is the […]
The visit of the Unterlinden Museum is a must during a visit to Colmar. It is a magnificent museum both in its architecture and in the richness of its collections. I did not expect it for a small city like Colmar and was really seduced! The essentials at a glance My thoughts on the Unterlinden […]
The NaturOparC (ex center of reintroduction of storks and otters), is an animal park located in Hunawihr, on the Alsace Wine Road, 15km from Colmar. It plays a vital role in the preservation of nature, the conservation of species and public awareness: it is a place to visit with your family during your stay in […]
Need to unwind without going far? Saarland Thermes is the place to go for a relaxing break. Located in Rilchingen-Hanweiler in Saarland, just across the German border and less than an hour from Strasbourg, this spa complex is a real invitation to travel. I tested this spa in Germany for you, with its oriental decor […]
Saint-Louis-Arzviller inclined plane is located on the Canal de la Marne au Rhin in the Pays de Phalsbourg region. We are here in Lorraine, but just at the border with Alsace. It is one of the most visited river sites in France, and we quickly understand why when we go there: this unique boat elevator […]
Did you know that pottery is a traditional craft in Alsace? There are two pottery villages in Alsace: Soufflenheim and Betschdorf, located near Haguenau in northern Alsace. You’ve surely seen these terracotta and stoneware pieces in shops. To be sure you’re buying high-quality traditional pottery and to discover the artisans’ work, it’s best to go […]