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Visit of the church of Ottmarsheim – Jewel of the Romanesque art
By Laurène Philippot

I take you to visit the church of Ottmarsheim, one of the most beautiful churches in Alsace. Ottmarsheim is located east of Mulhouse, on the banks of the Rhine. We are here away from the Alsatian tourist routes, and yet a nice surprise awaits the visitors coming to the area… The abbey of Ottmarsheim is […]

Visit old silver mines in Alsace
By Vincent Schneider

Alsace is home toancient silver mines. These are located in the valley of Sainte-Marie aux Mines, nicknamed the “Val d’Argent”. Silver is no longer found in these mines, which were first exploited in the 16th century, but it is possible to discover the old galleries dug in the mines by visiting the Tellurium Park or […]

Ribeauvillé spa – My opinion on the thermal baths of the Barrière casino
By Laurène Philippot

The Ribeauvillé Spa is the spa of the Ribeauvillé Barrière Resort. It is located at the entrance to the village of Ribeauvilléon the Alsace Wine Route. This Barrière Group complex includes a casino, a hotel and a spa. However, you don’t need to stay in the hotel to enjoy them, they are open to everyone. […]

Spa La Cheneaudière – My opinion on one of the most beautiful spas in Alsace
By Laurène Philippot

The Spa of the Hostellerie La Cheneaudière is without any doubt one of the most beautiful spas in Alsace. It is my favorite, just ahead of the Yonaguni Spa in Obernai, although the choice is difficult in Alsace as we are lucky enough to have some magnificent ones! La Cheneaudière is a 5 star hotel […]

Visit the Colmar Toy Museum – We tested it with our family!
By Clémence Dalle

Visit the Colmar Toy Museum with the family—that’s something I’ve wanted to do for a while now. It’s definitely one of the must-see family attractions in Alsace. The museum is located in the center of Colmar, on a street typical of the city. The essentials at a glance My Thoughts on the Colmar Toy Museum […]

Chocolate museum of Colmar – My opinion on Choco Story
By Clémence Dalle

Choco Story is Colmar’s chocolate museum. We took advantage of the Colmar Christmas market to visit one of the city’s most indulgent museums as a family. Its name leaves no room for doubt: it’s all about… chocolate! The essentials at a glance My Review of Choco Story Colmar I liked I liked less Choco Story […]

Fort Schœnenbourg in Hunspach: Visiting the Maginot Line in Alsace
By Vladimir Bordones

Descending 30 meters underground, walking through concrete galleries, and seeing an eclipse turret in action: this is what awaits you when visiting the Maginot Line in Alsace. Although I grew up a long way from France, visiting the Maginot Line is a childhood dream for the history buff in me. Little did I know that […]

Which cellar to visit in Alsace to taste wine?
By Laurène Philippot

“Which winery should I visit in Alsace?” That’s one of the questions I get asked most often! Even though I’m no expert, my trips over the years have allowed me to put together a list of my favorite winemakers. Far from impersonal guidebooks, here I’m sharing a selection that’s 100% subjective and based on my […]

My opinion of Yonaguni Spa in Obernai: an extraordinary sensory experience
By Laurène Philippot

Looking for an exceptional moment in Alsace? Yonaguni Spa in Obernai is much more than just a wellness center. Voted the world’s best spa several times over, this sensory space located within the Yona Hôtel offers a unique immersive experience. I’ve tested the Day Spa formula for you: between water labyrinth, saunas and gastronomy, here’s […]