A good breakfast (with a view of Petite France, even better) and freshly baked bread or crisp, buttery viennoiseries are the perfect way to get the day off to a good start before touring Strasbourg. Do you prefer traditional Alsatian specialities (kouglof, streusel, ropfkueche, cinnamon rolls or crosses) or trendy pastries? A small, personal and […]

We may not have the sea in Strasbourg, but we do have the Grande Île / Ill and we know how to exploit its potential. The result? Surrounded by water, Strasbourg boasts a host of houseboats, third-party venues, floating and ephemeral bars, and lovely terraces on the quaysides to enjoy the summer and keep cool […]

Located in Alsace, on the heights of Guebwiller (25km northwest of Mulhouse), the Grand Ballon, at 1,424 meters above sea level, is the highest peak in the Vosges Massif. I’ll take you there! Don’t confuse Grand Ballon with Ballon d’Alsace The Grand Ballon should not be confused with the Ballon d’Alsace: they are two very […]

Looking for a delicious pastry in Alsace’s capital? We’ve selected the best pastry shops in Strasbourg… Or at least our favorites! Here you’ll find our (subjective, obviously) selection of gourmet addresses, all tried and tested (yes, that’s what we’re all about!). Map of our gourmet addresses 1. Erithaj Chocolat in the city center Sometimes I […]

Fancy a stroll around Strasbourg? It’s so easy! We’re lucky to have nature right on our doorstep, with beautiful natural areas to enjoy a walk, discover the flora and fauna, have a picnic…In this blog post, we give you our favorite walking spots near the Alsatian capital! Map of green spaces near Strasbourg Here’s a […]

Strasbourg has no shortage of parks and gardens for strolling, sunbathing or picnicking and exhausting your children! If, on the other hand, you’ve still got a few bars of energy left and feel like stretching your legs, observing the flora and fauna, or cooling off when the mercury rises, here’s a quick roundup of nature […]

How about biking in the Villé Valley? Here (again!) is a great bike tour: local loop 846 “Vallée des eaux de vie et des liqueurs”, which combines discovery of the Val de Villé with a trip along the Alsace Wine Route. A magnificent combination! My summary I liked I liked less Departure from the dynamic […]

Do you fancy a varied, sporty trail that takes you along the Alsace Wine Route, but also into the forest and up into the hills? I tested the local loop 348 “Between vine and forest, at the foot of the Petit Ballon”, and recommend it to you! My summary I liked I liked less We’re […]

Here’s a lovely cycling loop that lets you enjoy both the atmosphere of the Vosges forest and the Alsatian vineyards. The local loop 924 of Alsace à vélo, entitled “Le chemin des Celtes” offers a beautiful variety of landscapes in only 25km. There is a little bit of elevation gain (about 350m), which makes it […]