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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 […]

Visit of the Ryumon Ji Zen Temple in Weiterswiller
By Laurène Philippot

Here is an unusual place that I am happy to have discovered near La Petite Pierre: the Zen temple Ryumon Ji of Weiterswiller, which means “temple of the dragon door of the old mountain”. It is a Buddhist monastery where a community of monks and nuns lead a monastic life according to the rules of […]

Bicycle tour “Beers and hops” in the Zorn region (25km)
By Laurène Philippot

Here’s a cycling loop in Alsace off the beaten track, allowing you to discover the Pays de la Zorn, northwest of Strasbourg and southwest of Haguenau. I suggest the local loop 227 of Alsace by bike, called “Bières et houblonnières”: a rather tempting program, isn’t it? The course is 25km long and has a 200m […]

3-country cycling loop – Between France, Germany and Switzerland (40km)
By Laurène Philippot

In Alsace, we like to cross borders to visit our neighbors! Here’s a cycling loop in the south of Alsace, in the Pays de Saint-Louis, passing through 3 countries: France, Germany and Switzerland. This is the BL 979 – Petite Boucle des 3 Pays de l’Alsace à vélo. It’s about 40km long and easy: flat […]

Taaka Beer spa, the beer spa of Strasbourg
By Laurène Philippot

Are you looking for an unusual spa in Alsace? Taaka Beer Spa, a beer spa located in the center of Strasbourg, is what you need! I tested this unique place with a friend and give you my opinion on this unique experience among Alsatian spas, which can also be a good idea for an activity […]

Visiting the Alsace-Moselle Memorial in Schirmeck: my review and practical info
By Laurène Philippot

Did you know that people in Alsace and Moselle changed nationality four times between 1870 and 1945? The Alsace-Moselle Memorial, in Schirmeck in the Bruche Valley, retraces this unique story from 1870 through to European integration. Put like that, it might sound a bit dry. But the museum is really well done and genuinely interesting. […]

3 Rochers hike at La Petite Pierre
By Laurène Philippot

The 3 Rocks circuit is one of La Petite Pierre’s classic hikes, not to say an absolute must! This Alsatian hike takes in the sandstone rocks typical of the Northern Vosges, including the Rocher du Corbeau, the Rocher des Païens and the Rocher Blanc. My summary I liked I liked less Map and GPX trail […]

Strasbourg municipal baths – Guide and review
By Laurène Philippot

Strasbourg’s Bains municipaux are a complex of public baths located on boulevard de la Victoire, in the Neustadt district. A real place of well-being and relaxation for all the inhabitants of the city and visitors, due to the wide variety of facilities and services offered. If you’re visiting Strasbourg, come rain or shine, I recommend […]

Discovering the Rocher de Dabo in Moselle – My opinion
By Laurène Philippot

In this article, I take you to the Rocher de Dabo, not in Alsace, but in Lorraine, in Moselle to be precise. As Dabo is located right on the border between Lorraine and Alsace, the Rocher de Dabo is a great idea for a day out in Alsace, and well worth a visit! My summary […]