Léa Davy

As a journalist in real life, and a blogger for pleasure, Léa has always enjoyed tracking down little-known gourmet addresses, unusual activities, off-the-beaten-track hikes and places with history and soul... And Alsace is full of them!

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Hike to the Julius Tower, on the heights of the Climont
By Léa Davy

I love hikes that climb well when you know there is a great view waiting for you at the top as a reward! This is the case for this 9 km loop tour, about 4 hours of walking, to reach the Julius tower located at the top of the Climont, in the beautiful Bruche valley. […]

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! […]

Our favorite vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free restaurants in Strasbourg
By Léa Davy

Not always easy to find a vegetarian or vegan restaurant in Strasbourg. And if you want gluten-free or lactose-free dishes, it’s not easy either… But don’t panic! You don’t have to eat sauerkraut and tarte flambée when you come to Strasbourg: it is possible to eat vegetarian or vegan, as long as you know some […]

Saarland Thermes: my opinion of this oriental spa in Germany
By Léa Davy

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 […]

North Pagan Wall Hike around Mont Sainte-Odile
By Léa Davy

A mysterious old wall with moss-covered stones, impressive castle ruins, a magnificent view over the Alsace plain, animal sculptures to be found along the way… The North Pagan Wall trail, around Mont Sainte-Odile in the heights of Ottrott, is truly one of my favorite hikes! My summary I liked I liked less Hiking map and […]