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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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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. […]
A former Fernet-Branca distillery transformed into a contemporary art center, just a stone’s throw from Switzerland? That’s the Fondation Fernet-Branca in Saint-Louis. It has no permanent collection, but presents between two and five temporary exhibitions per year: that’s exactly what makes you want to come back. I’ll tell you about my visit, what I liked, […]
Fancy a day out mixing nature and heritage in southern Alsace? Landskron Castle, perched on a hill in the Jura alsacien in Leymen, just a few kilometers from Basel, is waiting for you with its ruins, its keep and far-reaching views. The visit is self-guided, the climb is on foot or by mountain bike, and […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]