Laurène Philippot

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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Dinner in the heart of the vineyard at Domaine Sohler Philippe
By Laurène Philippot

Have you ever dreamed of dining in the middle of the vineyards, on the Alsace Wine Route? The dream becomes reality with the Dinner in the heart of the Vineyard proposed by the Domaine Sohler Philippe in Nothalten. Having tested this dinner, I can tell you that it is a truly magical moment! So I […]

Cycling around Molsheim (35km)
By Laurène Philippot

Here’s a pleasant cycling loop starting from Molsheim, local loop 312 “Bulles et Bugatti” of Alsace à Vélo. It allows you to discover little-known but very beautiful corners of Alsace. For those looking for tranquillity and areas a little off the beaten track, this is a great itinerary! My summary I liked I liked a […]

Lichtenberg Castle – Our opinion on the visit
By Laurène Philippot

Château de Lichtenberg, located in the Bas-Rhin region of northern Alsace, on the border with Moselle, is one of Alsace’s most beautiful castles… yet it’s not so well known! While almost everyone visits the Château du Haut-Koenigsbourg, the Château de Lichtenberg is less well known. My summary I liked I liked a little less A […]

Visit of the “Maisons des Rochers”: troglodyte houses in Alsace
By Laurène Philippot

Have you ever heard of the Graufthal Rock Houses? I had already admired these troglodyte houses nestled at the foot of the pink sandstone cliffs from the outside one day but had not yet had the opportunity to visit them. Yes, these incredible blue houses can be visited and it is really worth it! Where […]

The Woodness Spa – Small, private and intimate spa
By Laurène Philippot

We are lucky in Alsace, we have many spas of very good quality. With The Woodness Spa, I tested a spa that’s quite different from the others: it’s not attached to a hotel, it’s much smaller, but it’s private. My summary I liked I liked a little less An intimate spa The Woodness Spa is […]

Schnapps walk in Sasbachwalden (Germany)
By Laurène Philippot

For this unusual hike, I’m taking you to Sasbachwalden, in the Black Forest, in Germany. Two routes called “Schnapsbrunnenwege” (schnapps fountain paths – quite a program, eh?) exist in this delightful Black Forest wine village 40km from Strasbourg. My summary I liked I liked a little less Concept of the schnapps tour Some friends had […]

Covered market of Colmar – What to taste and bring back?
By Laurène Philippot

Foodies, take note—you’re sure to love Colmar’s covered market! It’s a permanent market, open Tuesday through Sunday, located in the heart of Colmar’s old town. Even if you don’t plan to buy anything, I highly recommend stopping by during your visit to Colmar because it’s a wonderful place. History of the Covered Market of Colmar […]

Guirbaden Castle hike from Grendelbruch
By Laurène Philippot

Why not take a stroll to Guirbaden Castle, the largest fortified castle in Alsace? It’s located high above the village of Mollkirch, close to the Bruche Valley, and makes a perfect hiking destination from Grendelbruch! My summary I liked I liked a little less Easy hike from Grendelbruch The Castle of Guirbaden is not the […]

Walk to the Nideck waterfall and the castle ruins
By Laurène Philippot

The Cascade du Nideck is certainly the most famous waterfall in Alsace, and for good reason: at 25 metres, it’s the highest waterfall in Alsace! It took me a while to decide to go and see it, as I was a little afraid of the crowds and of being disappointed, but I actually really liked […]