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Electric bike on the Wine Route: loop from Kaysersberg (44km)
By Laurène Philippot

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 […]

Where to eat Colmar’s best tartes flambées? My selection
By Céline Honoré

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 […]

Visit to Kutzenhausen and the Maison rurale de l’Outre-Forêt
By Laurène Philippot

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 […]

Circuit of the battle of August 6, 1870 in Woerth
By Laurène Philippot

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 […]

Visit Freudenstadt – 7 ideas for things to do
By Laurène Philippot

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 […]

Visit to the Black Forest National Park
By Laurène Philippot

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 […]

What to do in the Upper Black Forest? 5 ideas around Titisee
By Laurène Philippot

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 […]

Visit the Vitra Campus – Temple of design and architecture
By Laurène Philippot

Do you know Vitra? Vitra is a Swiss manufacturer of designer furniture, and a true benchmark for design enthusiasts! The good news is that it’s possible to visit the Vitra Campus, which is full of wonders to discover. Follow the guide, I’ll take you… My summary I liked I liked less Where is the Vitra […]

Where to eat the best flammekueche in Strasbourg?
By Laurène Philippot

Where to eat the best tartes flambées in Strasbourg? It’s often said that you have to leave the city to find an authentic flammekueche, but that’s a common misconception. After testing out a number of addresses, I’ve come up with 5 local nuggets. Between wood-fired cooking, farm produce and gluten-free options, here’s my selection to […]