Spring

Take a gentle hike through the forest or along a fragrant path,
discover new horizons or observe plants and animals up close.

Heyday in Lorraine
This time of year, sunshine brings beautiful days and a burning desire to escape and recharge your batteries. With 3 natural parks, Lorraine offers unspoilt nature and a multitude of possibilities. Take a gentle hike through the forest or along a fragrant path, discover new horizons or observe plants and animals up close.

A walk through mirabelle plum orchards in bloom

What a joy to stroll through the countryside, in the calm of the orchards. As spring begins, the branches of the mirabelle trees don delicate white flowers in a magical spectacle. All along your walk, breathe in the sweet aromas radiating from Lorraine’s iconic fruit trees. Mirabelles and vineyards share the landscape along the slopes of the Meuse River. On the hills of Sion and Bayonnais, the rolling landscapes offer stunning views of the surrounding orchards and villages.

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for fresh air

With lovely weather and nature in full bloom, we’re all looking for a breath of fresh air.
Hurry up, let’s go outside!

Climb to the top of Dabo Rock

360°. A panoramic view rewards the brave souls who scale the 664 m that lead to the top of the pink sandstone Dabo Rock, all the way to the chapel perched on the summit. From its peak, enjoy a stunning view of the Vosges Mountains of Moselle. To each his own in the Lockkeepers Valley: walking, foraging, cycling or simply reflecting.

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A sylvotherapy hike through the Vosges

Inspired by the well-being of the forest and the natural resources of the Vosges Mountains, the FORê l'effet Vosges® brand develops lines of natural products, cosmetics and gourmet specialties and is also a network of hotels and restaurants. For an outdoor immersion, get acquainted with sylvotherapy on a FORê hike with a guide.

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Sleepover with the animals

At the Sainte-Croix animal park in Rhodes, more than 1 500 animals live in semi-captivity. It’s a unique place for discovering European fauna and biodiversity from around the world. Little ones are born here each year, from both rare and common species. The unique accommodations of the park give visitors the opportunity to experience a one-of-a-kind stay, up close with the animals for the night.

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The gardens of Lorraine

In the countryside or in the heart of the city, traditional or botanical, medieval or contemporary, wooded, terraced, listed as Remarkable Gardens, splendid parks and intimate gardens… Lorraine has plenty of surprises in store!

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