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, […]
A visit to Breisach am Rhein (Vieux-Brisach) makes for a lovely cross-border getaway, best combined with a visit to its French neighbor, Neuf-Brisach. Separated by the Rhine, these two towns complement each other: one is a historic town perched on a hill, the other a flat citadel fortified by Vauban. Follow the guide to discover […]
Looking for the perfect itinerary to discover the postcards of Alsace? Look no further! I’m taking you on a cycling tour of the Wine Route from Kaysersberg. A 44 km route on an electric bike (VAE) rented from Alsa Cyclo Tours, between medieval villages, vineyard panoramas and gourmet breaks. Video preview of the bike loop […]
Let’s face it, finding an excellent tarte flambée in Colmar is no easy task! In the heart of the Haut-Rhin tourist region, there are very few restaurants that follow the traditional specifications to the letter. So where can you find the best tartes flambées in Colmar? If I haven’t yet unearthed the absolute gem (wood-fired […]
Kutzenhausen is a small village nestled in the Outre-Forêt region of Alsace Verte, in northern Alsace. It’s a little-known village, yet it offers a wonderful immersion in rural Alsace, with a well-preserved heritage and a true local identity. Here’s why it’s well worth a visit. My summary I liked I liked less A little history […]
Looking for an easy, informative walk in Alsace Verte? The circuit around the August 6, 1870 battlefield at Woerth, in northern Alsace, is a peaceful loop, ideal for walking while discovering an important part of Alsace’s history. My summary I liked I liked less Video summary See this post on Instagram A publication shared by […]
Freudenstadt is a spa town in the Black Forest, about 1h20 from Strasbourg. Follow the guide as I take you on a tour of Freudenstadt and give you my ideas for visits and activities. 1. Admire the Market Square The Freudenstadt Market Square(Marktplatz) is the largest market square in Germany. You’ll be amazed by its […]
We’re lucky enough to have a National Park close to Alsace, on the doorstep of our German neighbors: the Black Forest National Park allows you to hike in magnificent wilderness. Can I give you a lift? What is the Black Forest National Park? Created in 2014, the Black Forest National Park(Nationalpark Schwarzwald) is located in […]
Looking for nature, lakes, pretty villages and a change of scenery? The Upper Black Forest, in the south of Baden-Württemberg in Germany, is the highest part of the massif: it’s home to the Feldberg, its highest peak (1,493m). From Alsace, it’s very close, and easy to get to for a day, a weekend… and more […]