discover Grandvillars, territoire de belfort, franche-comté

This itinerary, which links the Atlantic to the Black Sea, runsalong the three longest European rivers, the Loire, the Rhine andthe Danube, from Nantes to Budapest. In Alsace, it runs along theRhone-Rhine canal through the Sundgau area, Mulhouse, Kembsand Huningue - Montreux-Vieux / Mulhouse station: 35 km- Mulhouse station / Huningue: 33 km- Total Elevation Montreux-Vieux / Huningue: 50m

From the Franche-Comté to Switzerland, the EuroVélo 6 itinerary gives way to a timeless Alsace boasting thatched houses and stork nest alongside the Canal du Rhône au Rhin (Rhône Canal to the Rhine). Upon arriving in Mulhouse, take the bike path which follows along the Canal du Rhône au Rhin up to Kembs. By riding along the Huningue Canal, you’ll end up arriving at the Trois Pays walkway which leads directly to the German border. The road follows along the banks, then crosses the Rhine to arrive in Switzerland, in the city of Basel.

From Franche-Comté to Switzerland, EuroVelo 6 follows the Rhône-Rhine canal into Alsace, passing the impressive ladder of twelve locks of Valdieu-Lutran in its southern part. After arriving in Mulhouse, the route continues along the banks of the Rhône-Rhine Canal to Kembs. From there, via the towpath of the 403000002 into Germany and then into Switzerland to Basel.

During this itinerary you will discover the Largue valley with its myriad lakes. Along the Largue cycle track, the Altenach Maison de la Nature and the Hindlingen stork sanctuary give you the chance to stop off for a little while. The itinerary goes through Hirtzbach, a typical Sundgau village on the Ill river, with pretty floral decorations. From Carspach to Altenach there are views over peaceful forest for you to admire.

The House of Nature discovery path, will help you find educational facilities, small games, panels on organic gardening, the spiral of scents, the pond, the hive, etc. A booklet allows you to follow all the routes! Free laminated copies are available at the entrance. Please return them at the end of your walk. You can also take one home by asking at the reception desk!

The floral village of Friesen, in the LargueValley, has conserved 50 timbered buildingsconstructed between 1497 and 1878. A walkingcircuit through this floral village revealsa unique heritage which is characterized bythe oldest peasant house in Sundgau! A walkingguidebook, priced 2€, is available fromthe Tourist Offices. Guided tours for groupsby appointment.

As this trail crosses the Strasbourg – Molsheim – St Dié and Strasbourg – Sélestat – Colmar railway lines, it can be done stage by stage and you can easily return to your starting point.

Devised by the pupils of Wolfersdorf school, this trail enables you to explore and get to know the people that inhabit the village woods. Access to the trail is via the Lenzweg path (red light near the Town Hall/school), about 2 km from the centre of the village.

This itinerary gives you an unusual way of visiting the Sundgau. It goes through villages that not all cyclists know, as an interesting alternative,  giving you some of the feel of the neighbouring Franche-Comté region. It uses the Nantes-Budapest bicycle route along the Rhône/Rhine canal. The numerous locks offer a fine show from the towpath.

The Rhône-Rhine Canal carves a furrow through Alsace from its entry point at Valdieu, at 350 m in altitude to Brunstatt at 250 m in altitude. As you cycle along its banks from lock to lock, between Wolfersdorf and Illfurth, you can easily imagine the pace of life of the canal boatmen of yore. The trail also follows the former railway lines along the rivers Ill and Largue reminding us of a time when it was usual to travel to the Sundgau by train.

FROM LAUSANNE, DISCOVER THE TOWN OF MONTREUX AND THE MEDIEVAL CHILLON CASTLE! DEPARTING FROM LAUSANNE, DISCOVER THE TOWN OF MONTREUX AND THE MEDIEVAL CHILLON CASTLE!  Departing from Lausanne, climb on board your bus and head to the town of Vevey on Lake Geneva. If the weather allows, climb on board a steamboat and cross the lake to reach Chillon Castle. Make the most of a guided tour of this fortified castle, built in the 16th century and hidden by Lake Geneva!  After your visit, you will head back towards Montreux by bus. You will make a stop to enjoy some free time in the town. At the heart of the town, make the most of the unique and relaxing atmosphere in the centre of the Swiss Riviera. Do some shopping or simply soak up the town’s “jazzy” atmosphere.  Then get back on your bus and head to Lausanne at the end of the day. THIS ACTIVITY IS AVAILABLE BETWEEN MARCH AND DECEMBER

DEPARTING FROM LAUSANNE, HEAD TO THE MEDIEVAL TOWN OF GRUYÈRES, HOME TO THE FAMOUS SWISS CHEESE! Departing from Lausanne, head to the medieval town of Gruyères, home to the famous Swiss cheese!  Leave Lausanne by bus and climb up into the alpine pastures to reach Gruyères.  After a tour around the town, your guide will take you to a Swiss chocolate factory to show you how famous Swiss chocolate is made.  Then head to an old alpine cheese factory. Enjoy a Swiss cheese tasting and learn more about the national dish: fondue.  Learn to make your own Swiss fondue and try the traditional dish.  After your meal, relax and climb on board the Golden Express, a panoramic train which crosses the alpine pastures and the heights of Lake Geneva. Enjoy incredible views of the lake and the Alps. When you get off the train, get back on your bus and head to Lavaux and its terraced vineyards. Try the wines of Lavaux, alongside some sausage and cheese.  You will be taken back to Lausanne at the end of the day. THIS ACTIVITY IS AVAILABLE FROM APRIL TO OCTOBER ONLY

Discover the town of Evian during a return cruise from Lausanne! DISCOVER THE TOWN OF EVIAN DURING A ROUND-TRIP CRUISE FROM LAUSANNE! Climb on board and set off across the calm waters of Lake Geneva. You'll reach the town of Evian after a 45-minute crossing.  Once you have arrived you will be able to freely explore the town, famous the world over for its sources of mineral water. 

Set off on a steamboat cruise on Lake Geneva and travel from Lausanne to Geneva! Set off on a steamboat cruise on Lake Geneva and travel from Lausanne to Geneva! Set off on a 4 hour cruise of Lake Geneva and admire the beauty of Switzerland from the water. Once you’re settled on your boat, make the most of the stops at Coppet, Nyon, Yvoire, Rolle and Morges to discover the villages on the edge of the lake, before heading to Lausanne!  THIS ACTIVITY IS AVAILABLE BETWEEN APRIL AND OCTOBER ONLY

DISCOVER THE TERRACED VINEYARDS OF LAVAUX WITH THIS SIGHTSEEING CRUISE FROM LAUSANNE! Discover the terraced vineyards of Lavaux with this sightseeing cruise from Lausanne!  Climb on board and leave Lausanne behind to discover the waters of Lake Geneva and gaze upon the terraced vineyards of Lavaux from your boat.  Admire the hillside vineyards, planted on narrow terraces since the 6th century. This incredible site is classed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site!  In just 1 hour 20 minutes soak up the unique atmosphere of Lake Geneva and relax on board as the boat passes by the villages of Pully, Lutry and Cully. SEASONAL ACTIVITY: OFFER AVAILABLE FROM JUNE TO SEPTEMBER ONLY

SET OFF TO DISCOVER VEVEY DURING A BOAT TRIP ON LAKE GENEVA! Set off to discover Vevey during a boat trip on Lake Geneva!  Departing from Lausanne, set off on an hour long cruise on the calm waters of Lake Geneva.  Head to the town of Vevey on the Swiss Riviera and enjoy some free time in the town before climbing back on board your boat to get back to Lausanne at the end of the day. THIS ACTIVITY IS AVAILABLE FROM APRIL TO OCTOBER ONLY

SET OFF FOR A CRUISE ON THE WATERS OF LAKE GENEVA AND DISCOVER THE CHAPLIN’S WORLD MUSEUM! Set off for a cruise on the waters of Lake Geneva and discover the Chaplin’s World Museum!  Once on board your boat, discover the Swiss Riviera’s most beautiful sites: * Montreux * Chillon Castle * The Dents du Midi * The Island of Peilz * The Réserve Naturelle des Grangettes * Le Bouveret * And more! At the end of your cruise, get your tickets at the ready and head into the world of the most well known actor in silent cinema: Charlie Chaplin.  With your ticket for Chaplin’s World, follow in the footsteps of the artist and visit the house he lived in for 25 years. Also enjoy an interactive tour around a Hollywood studio, retracing the history of silent cinema through Chaplin’s greatest works!  Finally, walk around the property’s 4 hectare park between the lake and the Alps!  THIS ACTIVITY IS AVAILABLE BETWEEN MAY AND DECEMBER

DISCOVER THE “SWISS RIVIERA” ALONG LAKE GENEVA, WITH THIS CRUISE DEPARTING FROM MONTREUX! DISCOVER THE “SWISS RIVIERA” ALONG LAKE GENEVA, WITH THIS CRUISE DEPARTING FROM MONTREUX!  Set off on a 2-hour cruise on the shores of Lake Geneva, and admire the landscapes of the Swiss Riviera.  On board your boat, relax and gaze at the lakes and mountains around the lake and the area’s most beautiful sites such as:  * Chillon Castle * The Dents du Midi * The Island of Peilz * The Réserve Naturelle des Grangettes * Le Bouveret * Vevey Tower * And more! THIS ACTIVITY IS AVAILABLE BETWEEN MAY AND DECEMBER

The team of the Franco-Swiss tourist office of Saint-Gingolph welcomes you and offers you all the tourist information you need!

The Musée des Traditions et des Barques du Léman is located at the heart of the historic Saint-Gingolph village. It displays objects and documents concerning the barques from Lake Ge-neva and also reveals the village life and activities in the era when barques existed

The pony club of Haut-Bois welcomes you every day. Jennifer and his dad Francis offer baby pony lessons for children from 2 ½ years, private lessons or group and free rides on horseback or pony.

Have you ever observed a dinosaur egg or mammoth defense? The House of Geology offers a collection of rocks, fossils and minerals to tell you the history of the region through geological time. Upstairs the first media library Haute-Alsace specialized in the field of land, accessible on request. Visit the museum and the geological trail on the 1st Sunday of the month with the visit of the Wolfloch cave!

The Faience Factory of Doller is a small artisanal company specialized in the work of the earth. It produces art pottery and objects used in dowsing. Some of our achievements are presented and can be ordered on this site others are to discover in our shop open from Tuesday to Friday or on our Facebook page: Faïencerie de la Doller. Guided tours of the pottery workshop on reservation. Every last weekend of August, there is the Potters' Market, a gathering of 45 exhibitors with entertainment and Raku shows for 3 days!

Hidden in the Limberg forest are several remnants of German war shelters from 1914-18 that sheltered the rear lines of the front that was located a few kilometres away, near Burnhaupt-le-Haut.

At the corner of the wood, there is a beautiful view of the village of Galfingue, the peaks of the Black Forest, the Vosges and the Jura.

At the end of the forest, you can make a 200-metre round trip to admire a bi-centennial silver willow (circumference 8.40 m), the only survivor of the 1974 land consolidation.

With its pedestrian city center Masevaux has become a very welcoming city. Flowered city with 4 flowers - national grand prix in 2000 and the fleur d'Or in 2015. To discover in all seasons with its circuit enchanted of the Cribs at Christmas, its historical and touristic circuit in summer period. Numerous events take place throughout the year: the festival of the Pumpkin, round of the Nativity scenes, flea markets and braderies ...

Remains of the old Abbey of Masevaux, artisanal and industrial tools. Opening of the museum in summer with a themed exhibition, the Museum Night and the Heritage Days.

The church was built in 1786, when the first walls were constructed, carks appeared on them, stopping work for many years.It was only in 1837 that wok started again with the architect Kuen, finishing in 1842. In 1966 a great fire entirely destroyed the church. It took fice years to rebuild it again , in the original noeclassical design. Before the great fire the church housed the famous organs built by the Callinet brothers.The largest were as large as the Nave. The largest that the Callinet's had ever (19m). A new organ was built in 1975 by Akfred Kern from Strasbourg, completed with a Schwenkedel heart organ (1972). Thanks to both of these instruments, the International Organ festival has taken place in Masevaux since 1977, contributing to Masevaux's renown.

At the exit of the forest, a three hundred year old oak tree (circumference 4.70 m) stands like a sentinel opposite the fields.

Old and very warm setting.

Pizza distributor Pizzas prepared and 80% cooked at the restaurant in Masevaux-Niederbruck, then placed in the vending machine. Credit card payment only

Warm in this lovely wooden shed!

Restaurant-pizzeria decorated to the taste of the day with a veranda and a terrace in summer. Come and taste our pizzas as well as our beautiful salads and some pieces of meat.

Pinocchio Pizza will make you discover a wide variety of pizzas. Only to take away.

Christopher and Laetitia welcome you in a family atmosphere for traditional cooking.

Pizza distributor Pizzas prepared and 80% cooked at the restaurant in Masevaux-Niederbruck, then placed in the vending machine. Credit card payment only

The Restaurant de la Gare de Guewenheim has been a local institution since 1874, a combination of brasserie-style and traditional dishes full of flavour. Wine enthusiasts will appreciate the enchanting menu, one of the best in France. A beautiful destination with subtle wine and food pairings.

Atmosphere Breton map varied pancakes.

Our hotel/restaurant is ideally located at the entrance to the Alsace vineyards, 1 hour from Strasbourg, 20 minutes from Mulhouse and Belfort and 30 minutes from Colmar and its Christmas market. With two cosy rooms seating 30 and 60, we can cater for groups and banquets. Traditional and regional cuisine, not forgetting our specialities on Fridays. Closed on Saturdays and Sundays except for group bookings. Takeaway available Monday to Friday. Menus available on Facebook.

Comfortable cottage for 6 persons with unobstructed view. Housing located in a house of the ground floor, independant.

Cottage for 2-4 persons, independant, fully equiped, on the first floor in the house.

Renting a small house in a village. The owners welcome you to a cottage for 3 people. There is a double bedroom and a sleeping area with a single bed. Outside a beautiful enclosed garden with a beautiful terrace.

Independent chalet located outside the village on a plot of 35 acres with 2 small open ponds. Outside a covered terrace with garden furniture for relaxation. It is possible to fish in the ponds for those who wish it under condition. Very beautiful view of the Vosges. You are close to the hiking trails.

Nathalie and Pierrot are delighted to welcome you to their rural cottage "Aux 3 marteaux" located in the town of Soppe-le-Haut. This small rustic style apartment does not provide Internet or WiFi access.

This cottage is located in the Doller Valley, and more precisely in the valley of Soultzbach. The accommodation is on the floor of the dwelling house. It consists of a large living room, two bedrooms and a bathroom.

Gîte with professional infrared sauna, 3 beds (including 2 convertible sofas), 3 bedrooms. Completely renovated with an eco-responsible approach. All comforts.

In the village of Sentheim, nice little fully equipped apartment. Two beautiful bedrooms and a bathroom. Outside a terrace. Accommodation is close to all amenities.

Dol'Air insolite invites you to discover its estate with its caravan, its cabin, its kota and its wood-heated sauna in the heart of nature! For your peace and quiet, the estate is private!

A beautiful living space for tourists, beautiful fitted kitchen, large dining room and lounge area. A completely redone bathroom with separate WC. Three beautiful bedrooms. Two have separate beds and the other has a double bed. Equipment for children is available. A minimum of two nights is required for the reservation, and the rates are mentioned for 2 people or 6 people. Sentheim, pretty village close to all amenities, pharmacy, bakery, small grocery store. Departure of the Thur Doller Train, cycle path, children's play area ... The Doller, the river which crosses the whole of the Valley passes next to the gîte.