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Discover the charms of Padoux, Vosges, Lorraine

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Nestled in the heart of the Vosges in Lorraine, Padoux is the perfect destination for nature and culture lovers. Begin your visit with a walk through the lush trails that surround the village. These hikes offer breathtaking views of the Vosges landscape.

History enthusiasts should not miss the historical remnants scattered throughout the region, such as ancient farms and stone churches that showc...
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Circuit de la Feigne orientale
10 km

Circuit de la Feigne orientale

Thanks to the Club Vosgien for the creation of this hike and for the work done by its teams throughout the year to mark out and maintain these paths. Marking: yellow ring 9km Pleasant hilly path in the forest of Deyvillers. After the kiosk, turn left onto the marked path (yellow disc) which leads to a small tarmac road. Turn left, then immediately right and follow the small tarmac road that goes slightly uphill. Following the marking (yellow disc), you’ll come to a gravel path that leads you into the forest. 800 m after entering it, you will see a pond on your right. Continue on the path and turn right along a fence. Take the footbridge over the St. Oger to reach a small tarmac road again. Turn left for 100 m, then turn right and follow a forest track which climbs gently without worrying about the tracks on the left. As the slope clearly steepens, turn right. The track crosses a clearing and leads 600 m further on to a tarmac road. Continue to the left to take the marked path (yellow disc) which enters the forest. After 300 m you will come to a crossroads. Continue straight on following the yellow disc. The path that goes alongside the Feigne Orientale wetland comes to a junction of 3 paths. Follow the path straight ahead for 60 m and turn right to take a footpath leading up to a gravelled forest track. By turning left, you reach a tarmac road which you follow for about 60 metres to turn left onto a path which leads to a crossroads. Turn right onto the tarmac road for 150 m, turn right onto a forest track and follow the yellow disc. After passing near a water tower, 30 m before crossing a barrier, take the path on the right which goes down to a health and botanical trail with tree signs. Go down following the yellow disc marking. At the edge of the forest, you will come to a small tarmac road that leads down to the town. At the road junction, turn right, then left just before the fountain. A paved path will lead you to a square, then to a footbridge. You will cross the Saint-Oger again to get back to your starting point.

2 h
8.4 km
Easy
17 Rue René Gaire suivre tennis 88000 DEYVILLERS
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Comprehensive Strasbourg rickshaw tour - 1 hr 20 mins
93 km

Comprehensive Strasbourg rickshaw tour - 1 hr 20 mins

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!

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Gaspar Museum
165 km

Gaspar Museum

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.

16 Rue des Martyrs 6700 Arlon
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Forteresse du vieux Chatel-sur-Moselle
13 km

Forteresse du vieux Chatel-sur-Moselle

90 minutes to discover the most important medieval fortress in Lorraine. Come and discover the five centuries of history of the fortification. Follow the guide and explore the ditches, the underground network of galleries and the rooms of the fortified area! The fortress is opened to visitors all year. The meeting point is the Guyot d'Avilley Cultural Centre, located in the former Notre-Dame convent. The guided tour begins at the museum and continues with a visit to the remains, which cover more than 55,000 m2. A tourist and cultural programme, for all audiences, is offered to visitors from March to November (exhibitions, restoration work camps for young people, shows and introductory courses in heritage professions). Reservations MUST be made by calling (+33)3 29 67 14 18 (maximum 9 people per group). Every two years, the event Les Médiévales attracts a large number of visitors, much to the delight of young and old alike, where knights, birds of prey and acrobats meet (next edition on 22 and 23 May 2021). The educational service of the fortress welcomes more than 4000 children per year from schools, leisure centres and specialised establishments (IME, FAP...) for a day or a week. After a visit, the little historians can learn about archaeology, calligraphy, heraldry, illumination, pottery, basketwork, stained glass and mosaics. Contact us at reservation@vieux-chatel.fr The detailed programme of all activities is available on www.chatel-medieval.com Possibility of thematic group visits and/or accompanied by lunch or dinner. If you wish, this can be done in costume (please contact us). We look forward to welcoming you to the fortress!

8 rue des Capucins 88330 CHATEL SUR MOSELLE
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Maison Imagerie d'Epinal
14 km

Maison Imagerie d'Epinal

Founded in 1796, L'IMAGERIE D'EPINAL is the last remaining imaging factory in the world. Today, the adventure of creating images inspired by an exceptional iconographic collection still goes on! Its historic workshops can be visited all year round and the visitors are guided through an original and unique interactive journey through 220 years of images. It has built up a priceless heritage, with tens of thousands of images created from woodcuts and stone drawings: religious or military images, tales and legends, songs, news, educational plates, games, comics, etc. It is now experiencing a real revival, continuing the adventure of image creation in the 21st century. Located in beautiful listed buildings, its historic workshops can be visited all year round. This is an opportunity for you to enjoy an amazing, immersive and multimedia experience with the help of dedicated touch tablets (Histopad®) which are multilingual (FR, EN, GE) and easy to use. You can discover the different areas, 220 years of illustrated history, a fleet of old machines unique in France (including the famous Aquatype of 1905 capable of colouring in 9 colours), the stages of production of the famous images... You will learn, for example, that at its peak, L'IMAGERIE D'EPINAL distributed more than 12 million plates, in several languages, both in America and in the Russia of the Tsars. The tour ends with the 300 m2 shop and a fine selection of Images d'Épinal, as well as numerous gifts and related products (books, games, objects, decorations, gourmet products, etc.).

42 BIS QUAI DE DOGNEVILLE 88000 EPINAL
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Musée de l'Image
14 km

Musée de l'Image

600 m² of exhibition space, conferences, workshops, meetings, a programme for young people... But above all a unique collection where popular imagery meets contemporary art. A cultural and tourist site of unsuspected richness to be discovered or rediscovered without further delay! Push open the doors of the Musée de l'Image and you will be surprised by the abundance and diversity of its collections. Since its creation in 2003, the Museum has housed one of the largest collections of popular printed images in France and abroad: a collection of more than 110,000 images which constitutes a window on the fascinating world of old and contemporary images and their creators and offers an original look at our society. By confronting popular images with other works –contemporary photographs, paintings, but also musical, literary and theatrical works, the Museum gave itself the goal of questioning the connections –humorous, sentimental, sometimes improbable, that exist between the images of yesterday and today. The works on display are presented with explanatory texts for everyone's understanding. The permanent exhibition is designed as an open book that will make you want to turn the pages and look at the images. By offering inventive and varied exhibitions throughout the year, the Musée de l'Image has become not only a reference point for popular imagery but also for the way in which these historical collections can be questioned and understood. For conservation reasons, the images on display are regularly changed, allowing visitors to discover new works each time they visit!

42 Quai de Dogneville 88000 EPINAL
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Parc et vestiges du Château
14 km

Parc et vestiges du Château

The Épinal Castle and its Park Whether you are visiting Epinal or already living here, this place is unavoidable! Overlooking the historic centre, this large green area offers a breath of fresh air, whether you come for the remains of the castle, the English garden or to explore the animal park with your family. Some people go there for a run, to picnic and others to lay in the grass... Whether you are a sportsman or a stroller, alone or with your family, you have the chance to enjoy a place of relaxation in the heart of Epinal! A typical romantic place where you can see lovers or simple walkers who enjoy the sublime view over the city. Pushchairs, bicycles and scooters can move around in complete peace of mind thanks to the tarmac paths which have been laid out for everyone. Around the castle, a vegetable garden, beehives and vines reinforce the educational aspect of this site steeped in history, which witnessed the birth of the city. This park is also a children's paradise: they can have fun on the large playground or watch the various animals on the farm. In summer, various activities are offered: a show for families on Wednesdays with the “Epinal Bouge l'Eté” festival and the opening of a reading corner "annex de la BMI." The park of the castle can be accessed via the Tour Chinoise, the faubourg d'Ambrail, the Colombière or by strolling along the Chemin des Mulets which leads to the old town’s washhouse.

La Colombière 88000 EPINAL
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We have no information on the difficulty of this circuit. You may encounter some surprises along the way. Before you go, please feel free to inquire more and take all necessary precautions. Have a good trip! 🌳🥾