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What are the best farmhouses in the Vosges in Alsace? This is a difficult question to answer, firstly because there are many, but also because it depends on your taste! We didn’t test them all, but each member of the My Weekend in Alsace team has his or her own favorites. By discussing this with […]
What to bring back from Alsace? This is a question you’re bound to ask yourself when visiting Alsace. You’ll be spoilt for choice, but the trick will be to make sure you don’t fall into the tourist trap, but come back with quality souvenirs and gifts that truly represent the region. I’ll help you sort […]
Are you ready to discover one of the most beautiful landscapes around Freiburg in Germany? A stroll through Schauinsland is a great way to admire the panoramic views of the Black Forest (Schwarzwald) and enjoy the surrounding nature. My summary I liked I liked a little less A mountain in the Schwarzwald near Freiburg The […]
Want to climb a Vosges mountain pass without a car? That’s the Col’Attitude 2026 concept! Take advantage of 11 free dates between June and September to climb the peaks of Alsace and the Vosges at your own pace, by road bike or VAE. Here’s the full calendar and my tips for this unmissable “slow tourism” […]
Looking for a great view of Mulhouse and the surrounding area? Head for the Belvédère de Mulhouse, the local Eiffel Tower 😉 My summary I liked I liked less Mulhouse’s little Eiffel Tower It’s often overlooked, but Mulhouse also has its own Eiffel Tower, built in 1898 to provide an unobstructed view for Mulhouse residents […]
Are you looking for a stable for horseback riding in Alsace? Here are some of the equestrian tourism centers I’ve tried out and recommend in every respect! Cheval Alsace at Champ du Feu (Vosges mountains) Cheval Alsace is an equestrian tourism center located in Champ du Feu. Their location, at 1000m of altitude, is fabulous: […]
Do you know Alsatian kelsch? Today I’d like to introduce you to the last remaining artisanal kelsch workshop in Alsace:Atelier de Tissage Kelsch, located in Sentheim in the Masevaux Valley. My summary I liked I liked less What is kelsch? Kelsch is a traditional Alsatian fabric. Originally made from hemp, it is now made from […]
What to do in Alsace in winter? I assure you, even if it’s not the best time to visit Alsace (with the obvious exception of the unmissable Alsatian Christmas markets), there are plenty of things to do! In winter, we tend to opt for nature activities to enjoy the snow in the Massif des Vosges […]
As you know, I love spas in Alsace! And just as well, we’ve got a great wellness offering in Alsace. I went to test the Spa de la Colline, which is the spa of the Hôtel Bollenberg in Westhalten. My summary I liked I liked less An idyllic situation Westhalten is located near Rouffach (roughly […]