Savour an evening picnic on the edge of the lake with quality local products (like Côtes de Meuse wine, ‘fuseau lorrain’ sausage and Commercy madeleines) while enjoying a beautiful sunset, with a view of Montsec Hill as a bonus. Feast your eyes on the festival of colours and the dance of the birds: pure bliss!

Climb to the platform of the bell tower of Saint-Étienne Cathedral in Toul, 50 m above ground. After the guided tour of the south tower, and under the watchful eye of the gargoyles, savour local products alongside your fellow adventurers. And to top it off, bask in stunning views of the city’s rooftops.

At 1363 m, the Hohneck is Lorraine’s highest peak, with stunning panoramic views of the Vosges Mountains, the Rhine Plain and even the Swiss Alps on a clear day. For a dazzling show, watch the sunrise from the summit. And for lunch, there’s nothing quite like an authentic marcaire meal in a farmhouse inn.

In early spring, take a stroll among the mirabelle plum orchards in full bloom. The beautiful white flowers, that will bear the long-awaited fruit come summer, give off a delicate scent that fills the atmosphere. A fleeting display signalling the return of good weather.

Fans of hiking and contemporary art will love the Vent des Forêts! Discover more than one hundred works of art in the heart of the Meuse forests along 7 marked trails, ranging from 3 km to 14 km. Visit the site in July to discover the new creations by artists and designers from around the world.