Explore Rambervillers, Vosges, Lorraine: Charm and Authenticity

Go on an adventure with your family, discover the hints that allows answering to the enigmas that are accessible to everyone. This route of 1.5km is starting from the church of Pierrepont sur l’Arentèle and will give you and your family a great time! You can use a free mobile application as “Google Maps” if you do not have any GPS, or you can also borrow one at the Tourism Office of Bruyères Vallons des Vosges.

Starting from Pierrepont sur l’Arentèle, this walk combines pathways in the forest and pathways with open views.

A walk dotted with information signs encouraging you to relax and to enjoy the nature.

A green route, accessible to everyone to discover the joys of mountain biking. As a family activity or a discovery tour, without a doubt you will enjoy the rolling countryside of the Vosges. Download the GPX route or come at the Tourist Office of Bruyères to pick up our mountain bike map!

A walk without any serious difficulties for those who enjoy walking without climbing.

Mortagne is the ultimate nature village. This route allows discovering numerous crosses.

At the foot at the Vosges Massif, an authentic natural setting awaits you to live a great moment with family or friends.

Documentation available at the tourist office

Documentation available at the tourist office

From the rocks of Fouchon, discover a panorama typical of the Vosges valleys.

Discover Petite-France on a fun rickshaw tour! Your driver and guide will let you in on the secrets of this neighbourhood - which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site! Rickshaws are a unique way to get around and see all the key sites of Strasbourg in just 30 minutes! Your driver will do the pedalling while you enjoy the key sites of the "Petite-France" neighbourhood. Once you are comfortably seated on the rickshaw, your tour will start by a ride through the "Petite-France" neighbourhood, at the heart of the old town.  Marvel at typical half-timbering houses built right above the water. Let this quaint neighbourhood - which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site - captivate you! You will then be taken to the famous Barrage Vauban to enjoy a scenic view of the city. Discover Strasbourg's old fortifications, which consist in the 3 towers of the Ponts Couverts! Your driver will then take you to the "Aubette" shopping centre, a historic monument which is very popular among the locals. You will be captivated by its neoclassical façade towering over the famous Place Kléber.     This fun tour offers panoramic views combined with a fun way of seeing the city!

Enjoy this guided rickshaw tour to discover all of Strasbourg! Your driver and tour guide will let you in on the city's secrets! Rickshaws are a unique way to get around and see all the key sites of Strasbourg in just 1 hour and 20 minutes! Your driver will do the pedalling while you enjoy the city's key sites. Once you are comfortably seated on your rickshaw, you will start your tour by discovering the Palais Rohan. This magnificent monument with a classical façade has been classified as a historic monument. In 2009, it opened its doors to the most powerful world leaders on a NATO summit. You will then be taken to the Place Broglie to marvel at Strasbourg's stunning opera house. You will be captivated by its neoclassical façade, which has been classified as a historic monument! Your visit will continue with the Place de la République, where you will admire the relics of German architecture. This stunning square is home to the German imperial district's most iconic monuments. You will then enter into the heart of the German neighbourhood to discover its Haussmann-style avenues, the European sites and the Orangerie district. You will also get a glimpse at the headquarters of the French-German cultural TV channel: Arte.   Your tour will end by a ride through the "Petite-France" neighbourhood, at the heart of the old town. Marvel at typical half-timbering houses built right above the water. You will enjoy an exceptional scenic view on the terrace of the Barrage de Vauban. Let this quaint neighbourhood - which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site - captivate you! Pick this tour and visit all the key places of Strasbourg in an unusual and pleasant way!

Have a nice time on your rickshaw and enjoy this guided tour to discover Strasbourg in 1 hour! Discover Strasbourg's German imperial district on your rickshaw! Your driver will do the pedalling while you enjoy the city's key sites. Once you are comfortably seated on your rickshaw, you will start your tour by discovering the Palais Rohan. This magnificent monument with a classical façade has been classified as a historic monument. In 2009, it opened its doors to the most powerful world leaders on a NATO summit. You will then be taken to the Place Broglie to marvel at Strasbourg's stunning opera house. You will be captivated by its neoclassical façade, which has been classified as a historic monument! Your visit will continue with the Place de la République, where you will admire the relics of German architecture. This square is home to the German imperial district's most iconic monuments. You will then enter into the heart of the German neighbourhood to discover its Haussmann-style avenues, the European sites and the Orangerie district. You will also get a glimpse at the headquarters of the French-German cultural TV channel: Arte.  Explore Strasbourg's German district and discover its most beautiful monuments thanks to this tour!

Enjoy this guided rickshaw tour to discover Strasbourg's old town and the German imperial district! Your driver will let you in on the city's secrets during this tour! Discover the imperial district and Strasbourg's old town effortlessly thanks to your rickshaw driver! Your driver will do the pedalling while you enjoy the key sites of these neighbourhoods. Once you are comfortably seated on the rickshaw, your tour will start with Place Broglie, where you can marvel at Strasbourg's stunning opera house. You will be captivated by its neoclassical façade, which has been classified as a historic monument! You will then be taken to Place de la République to admire the relics of German architecture. On this square, you will see iconic monuments from the German era: the Prefecture building, the Palais du Rhin, the National Theatre of Strasbourg and the university library. Your tour will end with the discovery of the Palais Rohan. This magnificent monument with a classical façade has been classified as a historic monument. In 2009, it opened its doors to the most powerful world leaders on a NATO summit. Thanks to this tour, you will discover the two aspects of Strasbourg - French and German - in an unusual and pleasant way!

Museum Gaspar is housed in the residence of the middle-class family Gaspar from Arlon who had set up in this house (1893) that was built in 1842. It was renovated in 2004. The two most famous members of this family are animal sculptor Jean-Marie Gaspar (1861-1931) and Charles Gaspar (1971-1950) who was a photographer and a sponsor. He gave his house to the town of Arlon on the condition they make a museum of it, dedicated to his brother's work and that put into honour the history and the heritage of Arlon. At the first floor, theree are two restored salons identical to a middle-class salon from the early 20th century that show Jean-Marie Gaspar's sculptures. and the art and picture collection of Charles Gaspar. The rest of the first floor is dedicated to temporary exhibitions of the museum that alternates artv and history. A religion room shows collections about the abbey of Orval and to the people's devotion at the 18th century, and also relics from the ancient Saint-Martin church. But the Masterpiece is the famous altarpiece Retable de Fisenne - a 16th century masterpiece from the Antwerp school. Guided tours only on request by phone 063.600.654 or musee.gaspar@skynet.be (Original text by MT du Pays d?Arlon)This beautiful house was a bank at the origin. It was bought in 1893 by a middle-class family from Arlon, the family Gaspar. Jean Gaspar (1861-1931) was a sculptor. He was trained by the Antwerp sculptor Jef Lambeaux. His works are in bronze and in plaster and they are exhibited in the salons that have been restorated as they were in his house. His brother Charles (1871-1950) was a photographer, a collector and a sponsor. He gave this house to the town of Arlon. It hosts the library of the Archaeological Institute of the Belgian Province of Luxembourg and its secretary office since 1954. A wide part of the museum is also dedicated to temporary exhibitions about art and history of Arlon.

Rich in the Gallo-Roman past of Arlon, the museum houses an impressive collection that bears witness to the daily life of this period.One of the peculiarities of the museum is its imposing and rich lapidary collection, composed of several dozen fragments of ancient funerary monuments.These blocks and the objects from Roman craftsmanship will teach you more about daily life at that time.

The Exhibition of Earthenware in Magnières is the only private museum of Lunévillois country that show, in a pleasant setting, several pieces of earthenware producted in the former factories of Lunéville and the cities around (such as Saint-Clément, Moyen, Domèvre-sur-Vezouze, Badonviller, Pexonne, Rambervillers and so on …). This exhibition place also presented pieces from others factories of the East of France. The earthenware objects showed in Magnières have been manufactured between the middle of 18th century and the end of 20th century. Free entrance.

The Church of Magnières is a very beautifull Church from the 19th century. This edifice shows 5 gravestones from the 16th century. Built in 1870, this Church was not finished when the 1st World War begun in year 1914. On the front of the edifice, you can see a Blessed Virgin statue from the 16th century. Inside, you will find a Christ statue in real size, an interesting sculpture, and a marbled Pieta. The more important things to discover in this Church are : the 5 gravestones about the lords of Haraucourt-Magnières, and the bones of Saint-Pauline. The patron saint of this place is Saint-Laurent. The organ sideboard "Alfred Wild" is from year 1990. Sometimes, concerts are organized at the Church of Magnières during the programme "The street of organs". Opening and visit ONLY ON REQUEST.

Fontenoy-la-Joûte book village welcomes thousands of visitors every year. 8 second-hand professional booksellers, a calligrapher and artist have transformed the old farms into shops, which house hundred of thousands of old books as well as second-hand books for every budget. This typical Lorraine village dating back to the 12th century has a population of 280 inhabitants and is situated 10 minutes (by car) from Baccarat, crystal town. You can see Saint Peter's chapel (13th century) in the village which marks th line between the Paris basin and the Vosges massif. Practical informations : - Public toilets in the center of the village - Opening hours : 10 a.m. - 12 a.m. and 2 p.m. - 6 p.m. - 1 Restaurant.

On the 25th August 1914, several soldiers of the 38th Regiment (from Saint-Etienne) settle at beginning of the Wood of La Rappe, in order to avoid the german threat on the left side of french soldiers in Baccarat. As early as the first shoots coming from the bridge in Baccarat, the german soldiers move forward. These german soldiers shoot on french soldiers, that take refuge in the Wood of La Rappe. A violent fight start, that last lot of hours. After the battle, there have been about 400 died people within the 2 camps, and as many as injured men. Several cemeteries and collective pits were setted up. On the site of the biggest cemetery, to remind the killed soldiers, this Memorial with a big white cross was erect in 1927. The dead bodies of soldiers were transfered about year 1925 to the National Cemetery of Badonviller.

In 1974 a farmer who was digging a well happened to discover the base of a colomn in an area which was later identified as being a sanctuary dedicated to the god Hercules. With its numerous statues standing close together all dedicated to Hercules, this is the most important sanctuary in honour of the god which as ever been brought from the time of ancient Gaul. Reconstructed in the museum "Les Sources d'Hercule", the Hercules site is open to the casual visitor as well as the passionate lover of history. The setting is original.

The Church of Deneuvre has been built between 1742 and 1747, instead of the castle, with a part of stones coming from the old castle. The construction of this Church was decided under the reign of Duke Stanislas, until year 1755, when the Presbytery and the neighbouring houses have been built. With its massive appearance, the turn of Church Saint-Remy is surmounted by a steeple in the shape of bud, ended with a little bell. It is a perfect example of "barn" church, that means without pillar. This Church of Deneuvre shows a group of statues and a furniture almost entirely listed as Historical Monuments. Most of the stone statues from the XVIth century come from the first church (from 1310 to 1715). A marbled master-altar, a stately painting from the XVIIIth century, and 3 chandeliers made of cristal from Baccarat's firm complete the ornament of this Church. The masterpiece of Church Saint-Remy is, in an indisputable way, the organ that date from 1704 : restored in year 1996, the organ is with 22 categories divided into 3 keyboards and a pedal "à la Française".

In 1305, King Henry the 1st has resolved to built a turn, called as The Voués Turn (Voués means Defensers), in order to protect the houses of slaves. The access to the Turn was made by a hole pierced in the rampart. This hole is still visible, but now walled up. The vestiges of walls and castle of Baccarat, built in 1330, were accessible by a huge and vaulted passage, still used nowadays by residents and tourists. Free guided tour, outside.

One of the most beautiful modern concrete Church of France and in the world, built from 1953 to 1957. The steeple of Church Saint-Remy in Baccarat reachs 55 meters high, and the wood frame of this Church is apparent. In the Church Saint-Remy, the stained-glass windows are made of cristal from Baccarat's Firm (20 000 pieces in 52 different colors), that stand for the life and the light. The organ has 40 categories and 3 660 pipes. The Church Saint-Remy of Baccarat is open every day, from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, except during religious services - For guided tour : please contact Tourist Office at Baccarat, or the Association Saint-Remy at phone number 0033 06 30 89 05 78 (only in French language).

In 1923 the War Memorial 1914/1918, made of pink Vosges sandstone, was inaugurated. This Monument is located on the Place du 86ème R.I., in front of City Hall. This work is by architect Deville, the bronze sculptures are by Vallin. Composed of a fine quality hemicycle, the central column is surmounted by a lantern of the dead. On the openwork central part are inscribed the names of the 350 dead of Baccarat, victims of the 1914-1918 war.

Let's come to Baccarat's City Hall and discover the several exhibitions inside the building ! Built in 1924 after the fire in the city during the 1st World War, as main of the houses around, this City Hall looks like Flemish buildings or French Castle along the Loire. Behind this building, there is a beautiful garden near the river Meurthe. At summer, each Sunday, you will find here traditional and musical events under the bandstand.

This restaurant in the land of books is the only restaurant in the "Village du Livre" of Fontenoy-la-Joûte; it offers traditional French cuisine revisited and prepared from fresh products, as well as gastronomic menus. In the original setting of a former printing works, come and discover an inventive cuisine, especially on the terrace in summer! 100% home-made and 100% gluten-free cuisine. Use of quality local products to offer healthy cuisine with low environmental impact, all in an original setting with a book theme.

Fast food in Baccarat and surrounding areas (up to 5km). Hot and cold sandwiches, tacos, grills, fish. The sign is also a tribute to the manager's daughter who has autism. A dynamic team welcomes you 7 days a week.

A gourmet break awaits visitors to the Café Collection and its Jardin de cristal, a tea room with a light menu offering revisited regional gastronomy, such as the signature pâté lorrain, baba-carat or the red madeleine with gold. For information and table reservations, call +33 3 68 33 22 01 or email cafe_collection@baccarat.fr

La Renaissance is a restaurant in the pure tradition of French cuisine, awarded 2 "cocottes". A cuisine that you can enjoy in a pleasant room or on the terrace during summer evenings. The team of the restaurant puts at your disposal all the culinary skills to make your professional or family moments unforgettable... The spacious and elegantly furnished large dining room opens onto a balcony decorated with flowers overlooking the garden in summer (service on the terrace possible depending on the weather). The dishes meet the new "home-cooked" standard and are prepared on site from raw ingredients. This traditional cuisine offers a high value to regional products.

The Pizzeria "Passaggio", located in the centre of Baccarat, welcomes you in a warm atmosphere. The restaurant offers traditional Italian cuisine, grilled meats, mixed salads, various Italian specialities and more than 30 pizzas à la carte. The pizza oven is located in the middle of the room and the pizzas are cooked in front of you! The dishes, prepared with fresh products, are to be eaten on the spot or taken away. In summer, the Passaggio pizzeria also has two outdoor terraces.

Close to Baccarat town centre, the "Efes Kebab III" snack bar offers you various sandwiches: kebab, American, chips, etc. You can taste them on the spot, in the small dining room, or choose to take them away. There is a large car park in front of the snack bar, as well as a terrace in summer. The "Efes Kebab III" restaurant is closed on Sundays at noon.

This is the story of the village baker who set up shop in the old village hall, next to a large car park, to serve simple, traditional meals. Among the dishes on offer are Lorraine specialities and a large number of succulent desserts. Located 5 km from Baccarat towards the Vosges, the Restaurant "La table du boulanger" welcomes you in 2 rooms and a small terrace on sunny days. The café-bar is open from 8 am from Monday to Saturday. Weekly closing on Sunday.

Open everyday and all the year. Fitness programme, evening concert, piano-bar, business lunch. Traditional and local cooking. Animations. 5 charming rooms from 70€ to 90€. 2 bathrooms and 3 showers. Breakfast: 10€. Restaurant: 80 cutlery. Deck: 30 cutlery. Adult menu from 18€ to 26€ and kid menu: 10€ (under 8 years old) and 15€ (from 8 to 12 years old).

Döner kebab, tacos, pizzas, sandwiches Halal meat Cinema offer: döner kebab + drink+ cinema ticket for €10 To eat in or take out, deliveries on Saturdays in Raon l’Etape

This restaurant is specialised in home-made salmon and foie gras. Our menu is composed of ingredients from the market place (fresh vegetables), fresh fishes and organic cheeses. Touristic menu (€27): Snail cassolette and sweetbread with vegetables, Lands salad (foie gras, smoked breast of duck, cured ham, gizzards, quail eggs) or scallop charlotte with crayfish tails/ Norwegian skrei cod, cream of pumpkin, veal kidney with vin jaune or stuffed rump steak with cured ham and foie gras/ organic cheeses of “la fromagerie du Lac”/ Chocolate and hazelnut fondant, nougat with fig icing or mandarin gratin and sorbet. Traditional regional cuisine A refined setting, a warm dining room and sophisticated cuisine.

In a quiet setting, Marie-Claude and Patrick welcome you in their gite. A few kilometres away from Epinal, come and visit our local heritage: the Imagerie d’Epinal, the fortress of Châtel/Moselle, the Vosges mountains, the spa cities for weekends, mid-weeks or weeks. Gite in the house of the owner. Garden level. 1 bedroom (1 double bed, baby bed). Living room, kitchen area. Bathroom. Heating oil central heating. Small covered patio. Private car park. Utilities and other charges included.

40 shaded locations on the edge of Meurthe and the forests of the Vosges mountains.... Friends hikers or fishermen you will find an ideal setting to relax and enjoy nature.

Located on the Place du Général Leclerc, along the river, behind Saint-Remy's Church, the Campsite for camper vans of Baccarat is open all year long, except from the 1st to the 20th October. The weekly market takes place there, every Friday morning from 7 A.M. to 12 A.M.. This area has 15 marked pitches, where people can camp overnight, with an utility hookup as sewer and one for electricity.

The furnished tourist accomodation "Chez Rose" is located in the town center of Baccarat. It is possible to rent from one room to three rooms. This accomodaton is private and located on the second floor without elevator. There is a private parking. Numerous shops are located in the surroundings.

Hotel and Restaurant "La Renaissance", a 3 Stars Hotel, welcomes you with 16 bedrooms (2 for family of 3 or 4 people). Located in the centre of Baccarat, the City of Crystal, the Hotel "La Renaissance" has been recently refurbished. Special prices for groups on request.

La Roulotte des Amish, located in Mattexey is in the heart of the countryside, it promises you pleasant moments and beautiful dreams. When you wake up, a gourmet breakfast will be served in the caravan or on the terrace. The accommodation is 20 km from Lunéville, 18 km from Baccarat, Cité du Cristal and 6 km from the Maison de la Mirabelle in Rozelieures. Fréd and Valérie will welcome you warmly in this atypical and unusual place.

Thanks to the guest room "La Maison d'Inès" enjoy the countryside in the city! This superb location offers all the advantages of the countryside, while enjoying quick access to the main roads. Without nuisance, surrounded by trees and greenery, this guest room will seduce you by the quality of materials and the open view, which you can enjoy from the terrace or the room. In all seasons, the owners will offer you in this accommodation all the comfort you are looking for.

Charming bed and breakfast in a traditional village of Lorraine. This accomodation offers a view over the prairie, an access to the garden with its fruits and vegetables (rasberry, grappes, tomatoes...) and is also located near differents hiking trails (volcan d'Essey-la-Côte, Vallée de la Mortagne...). Luneville and Baccarat are both located from 20 minutes drive, Nancy is located 40 minutes drive and Vosges is located 5 minutes drive. On the ground floor : 1 room (1 bed for 2 persons), toilet, laundry, bike room. On the first floor : fully-equiped kitchen wild opened on the living-room, the terrace and the garden, 2 rooms (2 beds for 1 persons, 1 bed for 2 persons), bathroom, toilet...baby equipment on request. Price depends on the number of person. Website : simonmceline.wix.com/gite Cellphone : 06 30 36 41 68

This old, beautiful old mansion filled with history is situated in the heart of the village. Not far from Epinal, it has three different comfortable accommodations, including a family suite with two adjacent bedrooms backing onto a big bathroom. Every room was thought for your comfort and wellbeing, so you will definitely enjoy each moment of your stay: in front of the fireplace, under the French ceiling with ancient cross beams in the big room, in the conservatory which is also used as a music room, in the library or under the rib vaulted ceiling of the dining room (since evening meals are available). Thanks to the owners’ warm welcome and sharing spirit, it will feel just like home. The house is surrounded by a big park with tennis court. Possibility to bring two horses on a lead.

1 50m2 apartment in an old renovated farm. 1km away from the village centre and its shops, doctors, train station… 2 rooms, 1 living room, a covered terrace, garden furniture, garden, swing and parking. English and German TV channels, Additional costs included (excluded electricity). Free Internet access.