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Large format : Around wine, Campagne, Culture & Heritage, EstSideStory, Events, Gastronomy, Spring

The ‘Petites Cités de Caractère®’ of the Grand Est region

Far from the hustle and bustle, the Petites Cités de Caractère ® invite you to slow down and savour the authentic charm of small towns and villages with well-preserved heritage in the Grand Est region. Charming narrow streets, intimate squares and local craftsmanship set the tone for your discovery of these regional heritage treasures. From April to October, during the ‘Dimanches de Caractère®’, step inside some of these often-overlooked places and let yourself be guided on tours punctuated by encounters with locals and a taste of local specialities.

Lac du Der
Large format : Activités outdoor, Autumn, Nature, Responsible travel, slowtourisme, Spring, Summer

A 3-day cycle ride in the Grand Est region: from Champagne to Langres

Taking the time to cycle, admire the scenery, stop off in a village or enjoy a good meal… That’s what the Marne Valley by Bike experience promises. To explore this route, the team from La Trace spent three days cycling from Épernay to Langres. Discover their favourite spots, top recommendations and tips to inspire you on this wonderful cycling getaway in the heart of the Grand Est region.

Festival Décibulles
Large format : Culture & Heritage, Events, Summer

A tour of summer 2026 festivals in Eastern France

When the summer sun rises in the Grand Est, the whole region comes alive! Suddenly, the sound of bass and guitars, the clink of glasses and the warmth of reunions can be heard. Yes, it's festival season again! From Alsace to Champagne, from the Vosges to the Ardennes, via Moselle and of course Lorraine, here's the 2026 calendar of the region's best summer festivals.

Deux randonneuses devant le lac Blanc
Large format : Mountains, Nature, Summer

In the family of lakes in the Grand Est, I'd like to... !

As soon as the sun comes out, allow yourself a refreshing break by a lake: between water sports, a family picnic or a well-deserved lazy day, all you have to do is find the right activity.

Large format : Among friends, As a couple, As a family, Nature, Summer

Where to swim in the lakes of the Grand Est this summer?

In summer, when the heatwave sets in, the Grand Est becomes the ideal playground for cooling off. Lakes, ponds and bodies of water offer bathing, water sports activities and holidays in the great outdoors. From the Vosges mountains to the valleys of Lorraine and Moselle, to the white sandy beaches of the Champagne lakes, everyone can enjoy the pleasures of summer, swimming and relaxing by the water.

Gare de Monthermé
Large format : Among friends, As a couple, As a family, In town, Responsible travel

PASS en Grand Est, an invitation to the finest discoveries

What if escapism began at the start? In the Grand Est region, every train or coach journey opens the door to a journey that goes far beyond the destination, with its landscapes, emotions and discoveries. There, a pass in your pocket becomes the key to a journey without limits. It's the art of travelling light... and experiencing each stage of the journey intensely.

Noël à Kaysersberg
Large format : Christmas, EstSideStory, Winter

Christmas markets in Eastern France

From the end of November, a warm and magical atmosphere pervades the Grand Est region. As the festive season approaches, the wooden chalets decorated with glittering garlands take their place and plunge us into a magical atmosphere! At the Christmas and St Nicholas markets, you can warm up with a glass of mulled wine*, pick up a few presents to put under the tree... and let yourself be lulled by the magic of Christmas! Click here for the list and dates for 2025.