RANDONNÉE - LES FEUILLÉES

In the 19th century, places of entertainment called "Feuillées" were created on the heights of the village and regularly frequented each summer by illustrious artists and celebrities in a spa in Plombières-les-Bains. The long walks were done in tanks dragged by oxen, the walkers made a roof in foliage or "in foliage", to guarantee themselves from the heat of the sun. Viewpoint on the city and its valley. Access by the D20

Right in the heart of the Val d'Ajol, Rosine welcomes you to this beautiful early 20th century home with its bright, comfortable rooms and tastefully decorated bedrooms. Beautiful outdoor space with trees and flowers, a park and an arbour. Villa Fleurie" has 4 guest rooms, a lounge with bay windows and a rustically decorated dining room where breakfast is served. 1st floor: "Flore" bedroom with 1 x 160/200 bed, 2p pull-out sofa bed and private bathroom (bath and double washbasin) with WC. 2nd floor: "Océane" bedroom with 1 x 160/200 bed, 2 armchairs and private shower room with WC. Campagne" bedroom with 2 single beds 80/200, 1 armchair and private shower room with WC. A kitchenette (with microwave, oven, fridge, induction hob, coffee machine, toaster, kettle) is shared by these 3 rooms. Chambre "Famille" comprises 1 bedroom with 1 double bed (140/190) and sofa, a living room with pull-out sofa bed (2) and fully-equipped kitchenette, and a private shower room with WC. All rooms have TV and hairdryer. Gas central heating. Large ornamental garden of 16 ares. Private arbour with garden furniture and barbecue. Bike shed. Non-smoking house. Decreasing rate from the 3rd night. Private car park. Hiking centre, shops, "Chez Narcisse" bar 500m away. Marked hiking trails 400m away.

The Maison de la Randonnée in Val-d'Ajol: the place to go for your nature outings Located in the heart of Val-d'Ajol, the Maison de la Randonnée is the ideal starting point for exploring the Vosges Secrètes. With more than 500km of hiking trails and 200km of mountain bike circuits, this area welcomes hikers, runners, mountain bikers and anglers. Experienced staff will guide you with specialist literature and personalised advice. A dedicated shop sells hiking gear for all the family, and a mountain bike hire service is also available. Prepare for your adventures with peace of mind in this place designed for nature lovers.

The first church in Val d'Ajol, which resembled a chapel, stood on a mound. Deemed too small, it was replaced in the 16th century by a new church on the Place du Sô. The oldest part of the church dates back to the 16th century, and was extended until the 18th century to accommodate the growing population. After the earthquake of 1682, the bell tower, built on unstable ground, was consolidated in 1734 with a portico with three porches aligned with the nave and aisles. The bell tower houses four bells and its roof is covered in lava stone. The interior contains a number of items that are listed as historic monuments: an 18th-century altarpiece, a 16th-century Christ on the Cross and a 15th-century piéta.

Viewpoint overlooking the Combeauté valley with on the right the Saint-Valbert coast, and on the left, the Prieuré d'Hérival nestled in a remote part of the gorge. At the beginning of the 19th century, only a small farm existed when Empress Josephine visited it. This place had its period of fame from 1827 when a young girl, Dorothée Vançon, sang and played Epinette des Vosges while serving refreshments to her guests, thus contributing to the reputation of the place which naturally bears her first name. Access by the locality of the same name