Laurène

Laurène is the blog's creator. Originally from Brittany but now living in Alsace, she has fallen in love with her adopted region and loves exploring its every nook and cranny to unearth great ideas to share with you!

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Visit to Kutzenhausen and the Maison rurale de l’Outre-Forêt
By Laurène

Kutzenhausen is a small village nestled in the Outre-Forêt region of Alsace Verte, in northern Alsace. It’s a little-known village, yet it offers a wonderful immersion in rural Alsace, with a well-preserved heritage and a true local identity. Here’s why it’s well worth a visit. My summary I liked I liked less A little history […]

Circuit of the battle of August 6, 1870 in Woerth
By Laurène

Looking for an easy, informative walk in Alsace Verte? The circuit around the August 6, 1870 battlefield at Woerth, in northern Alsace, is a peaceful loop, ideal for walking while discovering an important part of Alsace’s history. My summary I liked I liked less Video summary See this post on Instagram A publication shared by […]

Hike from Jaegerthal forges to Windstein castles
By Laurène

Starting from the hamlet of Jaegerthal in Niederbronn-les-Bains, Alsace Verte, this hiking trail in the Northern Vosges blends industrial heritage, nature and medieval castle ruins. A varied, accessible 10km route, with a few surprises in store along the way! My summary I liked I liked less Video overview See this post on Instagram A publication […]

Water activities at East Park in Bartenheim
By Laurène

Looking for a refreshing change of scenery? Head for East Park, a leisure park in Bartenheim, just a few minutes from Saint-Louis and the Swiss border. Nestled in a former gravel pit, this lake offers a wide range of water sports. A great idea for an activity with friends, family or even on your own. […]

Visit to the Fernet-Branca Foundation in Saint-Louis
By Laurène

Looking for an original cultural venue in southern Alsace? Head for Saint-Louis, a stone’s throw from Switzerland, to visit the Fondation Fernet-Branca. This former distillery, now a contemporary art center, hosts several temporary exhibitions each year. My summary I liked I liked less Video overview See this post on Instagram A publication shared by Laurène-Mon […]

Visit to Landskron Castle in Leymen
By Laurène

Would you like to combine nature and heritage in southern Alsace? How about a visit to the Château du Landskron? Located in Leymen, a few kilometers from Basel in Switzerland, this ruined castle perched on a hill in the Alsatian Jura offers a magnificent panorama. My summary I liked I liked less Why visit Landskron […]

Alsace by bike – 3 days on a beer theme
By Laurène

Want to discover Alsace in a different way? This brewery bike tour, designed by Espace Randonnée, offers a beautiful loop starting from Strasbourg, punctuated by charming villages, forests, canals… and, of course, beers! I tried out the short three-day version. Here’s my feedback, step by step. My summary I liked I liked less Why this […]

Water sports at the Parc des Eaux Vives in Huningue
By Laurène

Looking for a sporty, unusual and refreshing activity? Then head for the Parc des Eaux Vives in Huningue, a breathtaking location in southern Alsace, at the gateway to Switzerland and Germany. This urban park on the Huningue canal offers a variety of water sports activities. Perfect for an outing with family or friends! My summary […]

Visit Freudenstadt – 7 ideas for things to do
By Laurène

Freudenstadt is a spa town in the Black Forest, about 1h20 from Strasbourg. Follow the guide as I take you on a tour of Freudenstadt and give you my ideas for visits and activities. 1. Admire the Market Square The Freudenstadt Market Square(Marktplatz) is the largest market square in Germany. You’ll be amazed by its […]