Visiting an old mine, a boring activity? Think again: this visit is one of the most memorable I’ve done in Alsace. The Carreau Rodolphe, in Pulversheim, is one of the mines in the potash basin, north of Mulhouse and its surroundings. You don’t go underground, but you do go into the buildings, look at the […]
Alsace Christmas recipe: decorated gingerbread. All Marine’s tips for beautiful, soft cookies!
The Spa Chez Julien is one of the most famous spas inAlsace. If you ask someone which is the best spa in Alsace, they’ll usually say Chez Julien or La Cheneaudière. Having tried both, I have to say that La Cheneaudière remains at the top of my personal ranking, but I really like Chez Julien […]
Real Alsatian recipe for kouglof (kougelhop) by Marine, Alsatian blogger! No, kouglof isn’t dry when it’s done right! It’s up to you to try…
I’m not usually a fan of ruined castles, and yet this one blew me away. Perched at an altitude of about 470 meters on huge sandstone rocks above Saverne, Haut-Barr Castle offers a view of the Alsace plain, the Vosges, and, on a clear day, as far as the spire of Strasbourg Cathedral. Add an […]
The Obernai Christmas market is one of my favorites in Alsace. In this article, I’ll share my tips for visiting, my favorite spots, and all the practical information you need to enjoy it to the fullest in 2026! The essentials at a glance My thoughts on the Obernai Christmas Market I liked I liked less […]
The Musée Lalique traces the history of the factory and lets visitors discover the world and creations of René Lalique and his successors. It’s a beautiful place that I really enjoyed visiting! Please note: the museum is currently closed following a burglary that occurred in July. Its reopening is announced for November 28, 2026. I […]
The Saint-Joseph Market is held every Saturday in Colmar, on Place Saint-Joseph. If you’re looking for a local experience in Colmar, I highly recommend it! The essentials at a glance My thoughts on the Saint-Joseph Market I liked I liked less The Saint-Joseph Market: A True Neighborhood Experience The Saint-Joseph neighborhood isn’t usually a place […]
Thierry Mulhaupt is one of Alsace’s great names in patisserie, best known for his tartes folles, tarts with original flavors. The good news is that you can take part in baking classes with him in person! My summary I liked I liked less Pastry classes in Strasbourg or Colmar I’d already mentioned the Mulhaupt patisserie […]