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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 […]

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

Which winery to visit in Alsace? This is one of the questions that frequently comes up for you, my dear readers… Even if I’m not a great wine connoisseur, my encounters over the years have given me a few good addresses for winegrowers in Alsace. how was my list put together? There will be no […]

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 […]

Batorama – Boat trip in Strasbourg
By Laurène Philippot

A boat trip in Strasbourg is an alternative and original way to visit the city of Strasbourg. Did you know that the city has a Grand Island, a Unesco World Heritage Site, which is home to its historic downtown? Surrounded by the Ill River (a tributary of the Rhine) and with multiple canals, Strasbourg is […]

Visit of the Rodolphe Tile, former potash mine of Alsace
By Laurène Philippot

Visiting an old mine, a boring activity? This is one of the most memorable visits I’ve made. Carreau Rodolphe, located in Pulversheim, is one of the mines in the potash basin north of Mulhouse. My summary I liked I liked less What is Alsace potash? You’ve probably already heard of them, or seen a poster […]

Day Spa Chez Julien – My review of this spa in Alsace!
By Laurène Philippot

The Spa Chez Julien is one of the most famous spas inAlsace. If you ask someone which is the best spa in Alsace, they’ll usually say Chez Julien or La Cheneaudière. Having tried both, I have to say that La Cheneaudière remains at the top of my personal ranking, but I really like Chez Julien […]

Pastry classes with Thierry Mulhaupt
By Laurène Philippot

Thierry Mulhaupt is one of Alsace’s great names in patisserie, best known for his tartes folles, tarts with original flavors. The good news is that you can take part in baking classes with him in person! My summary I liked I liked less Pastry classes in Strasbourg or Colmar I’d already mentioned the Mulhaupt patisserie […]

Shopping ideas in Alsace – Beauvillé table linen
By Laurène Philippot

Want to bring back a nice souvenir from Alsace, which is not Made in China but guaranteed Made in Alsace? On the way to the Beauvillé factory outlet, located in Ribeauvillé, a pretty village on the Alsace Wine Route. One of my favorite places to make beautiful gifts! My summary I liked I liked less […]