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 […]
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 […]
Have you heard of Vitra? It’s a Swiss company that makes designer furniture—a true must-see for design enthusiasts! Good news: you can visit the Vitra Campus, which is full of wonders waiting to be discovered. Follow the guide—I’ll take you there… My summary I liked I liked less Where is the Vitra Campus? Vitra is […]
Are you ready to discover one of the most beautiful landscapes around Freiburg in Germany? A stroll through Schauinsland is a great way to admire the panoramic views of the Black Forest (Schwarzwald) and enjoy the surrounding nature. My summary I liked I liked a little less A mountain in the Schwarzwald near Freiburg The […]
The advantage of the Black Forest? There’s an incredible range of spas on offer… The disadvantage of the Black Forest? How do you choose from all that on offer? Don’t panic, that’s what we’re here for. I’ve unearthed a little gem for you in Baiersbronn, Germany: the Spa at the Hotel Traube Tonbach. My summary […]
The Badeparadies is a huge water park located in Titisee, in the Black Forest (Germany), about 30km from Freiburg im Breisgau. So it’s not far from the border with Alsace! My summary I liked I liked less Badeparadies, three aquatic spaces The Badeparadies water park comprises three distinct areas: Each of these universes is accessible […]