There’s an original activity to try out in Aspach-Michelbach: the Sud-Alsace velorail. I’d been wanting to try it for a long time, but never had the chance. When I heard that a velorail was opening near my home, I didn’t hesitate! My summary I liked I liked a little less A 2-hour walk There are […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
The Alsace-Moselle Memorial, located in Schirmeck in the Bruche Valley, is a museum that retraces the history of Alsace and Moselle from 1870 to the post-war period, with a particular focus on the Second World War (1939-1945). Put like that, it can seem boring but the museum is really well done and interesting. It is […]
Strasbourg shares the title of European capital with Brussels. The good news is that you can visit the European Parliament in Strasbourg and learn more about the European institutions. It’s a great way to broaden your horizons, even if it’s raining in Strasbourg. The Essentials at a Glance My Thoughts on the Tour of the […]
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 […]