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The Belvedere of Mulhouse, a superb viewpoint
By Laurène

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 […]

Visit of the Kelsch weaving workshop in Sentheim
By Laurène

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 Originally made from hemp, it is now made from […]

Visit Ebersmunster Abbey – Baroque splendor in Alsace!
By Laurène

Did you know that there is probably one of the most beautiful churches in eastern France in the middle of the Alsace plain in the Bas-Rhin? I recommend a visit toEbersmunster Abbey, an incredible Baroque church! It’s located in Ebersmunster, a small village in the Alsatian Ried not far from Sélestat . Origin of the […]

Visit of Seebach, a village in Northern Alsace
By Laurène

Seebach is a village in northern Alsace, just outsideHunspach. In my opinion, it’s one of the most beautiful villages in Alsace, but it’s not very well known. Come on, I’ll take you on a tour! My summary I liked I liked less A little-known corner of Alsace Perhaps you’ve never heard of Seebach, becausenorthern Alsace […]

Visit of Wissembourg, a charming town in Northern Alsace
By Laurène

Do you know the beautiful town of Wissembourg, in northern Alsace? It’s in the very north of Alsace, right on the border with Germany, and well worth a visit! My summary I liked I liked less Northern Alsace, often overlooked It’s fairly well known to German tourists, but much less so to others, who tend […]

10 breweries to visit in Alsace
By Laurène

It would be a shame to come to Alsace without not only tasting beer, one of the region’s specialties, but also visiting an artisanal brewery. We’re fortunate in that the region is full of microbreweries and brewpubs, some of which open their doors to visitors. Here are some Alsatian breweries we’ve tried and approved! Brewery […]

Visit Bouxwiller, a small wonder in the north of Alsace
By Laurène

Do you know Bouxwiller? It is a small town located northwest of Strasbourg, which is the current capital of the Hanau region and was once the administrative center of the Hanau-Lichtenberg county. We’re in a part of Alsace that isn’t the best known, but is full of wonders… and Bouxwiller is one of them! My […]

Cycling itinerary around Haguenau (40km)
By Laurène

My summary I tested the local loop BL 806 entitled “Haguenau, Cité de Barberousse”. This is a route of around 40km with just under 250m of ascent. I liked I liked less An itinerary off the beaten track The itinerary is not unpleasant, but I might as well tell you straight away that it’s not […]

Bike ride Colmar – Artzenheim – Neuf-Brisach (44km)
By Laurène

Here is a cycling itinerary in loop to be done from Colmar, Neuf-Brisach or Kunheim. This is one of the local loops proposed by the Alsace à vélo website, loop 617 entitled “From Bartholdi to Vauban”. My summary I liked I liked less An easy cycling itinerary Why this name for the route? Because Colmar […]