Unusual activities

Swimming in the Rhine, splashing around in the fountains: summer life in Basel
By Laurène Philippot

There’s one image of Basel that’s always stuck in my mind: seeing Basel locals sitting in their swimsuits, drinks in hand, deep in conversation… in a fountain downtown. Or watching them float down the Rhine, a funny fish-shaped bag tucked against them. No, you’re not dreaming: in Basel, swimming is part of everyday summer life, […]

Visiting the Maison d’Illusion in Wissembourg: My Review!
By Laurène Philippot

If you’re looking for a unique activity to do in northern Alsace, I’ve found a surprising place that will really get your brain working! Head to the charming town of Wissembourg to discover the Maison d’Illusion, a small private museum that opened its doors in 2025. The essentials at a glance Video Preview of the […]

Water activities at East Park in Bartenheim
By Laurène Philippot

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. […]

Water sports at the Parc des Eaux Vives in Huningue
By Laurène Philippot

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 […]

Pays Secret Rail bike – A family activity!
By Laurène Philippot

Here’s an idea for a fun activity to do with children in northern Alsace: I’m taking you to discover the Pays Secret velorail at Drulingen in Alsace Bossue! My summary I liked I liked less Video summary Cycling on an old railroad line Do you know the velorail? The idea is to ride along an […]

Visit to the Gambsheim fish pass (Passage 309)
By Laurène Philippot

When I arrived in Alsace, I quickly heard about the Gambsheim fish ladder, but I have to admit I had no idea what it was for or what it might look like! So I was very happy the day I visited it, because I was intrigued by the place. But why on earth do we […]

Visit the Cour de Marie museum in Hatten – Nostalgia guaranteed!
By Laurène Philippot

Do you like unusual museums and vintage? The Musée la Cour de Marie, also known as the Musée de la Nostalgie, is located in Hatten in northern Alsace and is sure to please! My summary I liked I liked less La Cour de Marie in video Dive into nostalgia The Musée la Cour de Marie […]

Walk to the Chemin des Cimes Alsace, the lookout above the trees!
By Laurène Philippot

The Chemin des Cimes is a lookout located in northern Alsace, 10km south of Wissembourg in the Drachenbronn forest, in the heart of the Vosges du Nord Regional Nature Park. I went for a walk and share my experience and opinion on this beautiful discovery in this blog post! My opinion in brief I liked […]

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 […]