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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Munster Valley – 12 things to do
By Laurène Philippot

Ah, the Valley of Munster! This little corner of paradise nestled in the mountains of the Alsatian Vosges is a veritable jewel of nature where I love to spend my weekends. In this blog post, I invite you to explore the many facets of the Munster Valley: hiking in lush green landscapes, cultural experiences and, […]

Visit Strasbourg in 1 day – My ideal program
By Laurène Philippot

Want to visit Strasbourg in 1 day? Of course, it’s quite quick, but don’t panic, you’ll already have time to get a good overview of the Alsatian capital! Strasbourg is a city that’s easy to visit on foot: ideal for a day of discovery…In this blog post, I’ll give you my program of visits to […]

All you need to know about Strasbourg’s Place Kléber: a must-see in the city center
By Laurène Philippot

The true heart of Strasbourg, Place Kléber is an essential thoroughfare on the Grande Île, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Between the emblematic Grand Sapin de Noël and the elegant façade of the Aubette, I’ll take you on a journey to discover the history and secrets of this central square, with my local eye! Practical […]

What to do in Strasbourg when it rains?
By Laurène Philippot

You’ve planned a weekend in Strasbourg and the weather forecast calls for persistent rain… Depression? But don’t let that put you off, we’ve got plenty of ideas for visiting Strasbourg when it’s raining. Museums, cinemas, cultural visits but also gourmet, sports and wellness addresses: you’ll see, there’s plenty to choose from in our beautiful Alsatian […]

10 ideas for visits in Alsace for gourmands (and gourmets!)
By Laurène Philippot

Are you a gourmet visiting Alsace? You’ve come to the right place: here we like to eat and drink well! Numerous companies in the gastronomy sector open their doors to you for visits to discover the secrets behind the manufacture of their products and for tastings…In addition to the delicious traditional restaurants, here are some […]

Visit of a munster cheese factory – Ferme du Versant du Soleil
By Laurène Philippot

There are many farms in Alsace producing Munster cheese. The trick is to know the right places to buy it and, if you’re interested in cheese-making, to visit a Munster cheese factory! Good news, I’ve found one… My summary I liked I liked less Munster, a local cheese Do you know Munster cheese? It is […]

Marché de Noël de Mulhouse – The Christmas fabric
By Laurène Philippot

The Mulhouse Christmas market, known as “Les Étoffées,” isn’t the best-known one in Alsace, but it’s still worth mentioning: it’s a market I really love. In this article, I’ll share the 2026 dates, my tips, and my favorite spots so you can enjoy it like a local! The Christmas Market at a Glance My summary […]

Alsace from the sky – 7 aerial activities to try out
By Laurène Philippot

Fancy taking to the skies in Alsace? Baptism of the air or initiation to piloting, ULM paramotor, ultralight plane, helicopter or paraglider, the team made up of Vincent, Vivine and Laurène has tested different aerial activities. What do they all have in common? Superb panoramic views of Alsace! You’ll see, Alsace from the air is […]

14 Things to Do in the Sundgau
By Laurène Philippot

The Sundgau is the region located in the south of Alsace, between Mulhouse and Basel (in Switzerland). The Sundgau is an agricultural region with lush green landscapes and rolling hills. I really like this part of Alsace, which is little known by tourists in general, but which nonetheless has a lot to offer in terms […]