Farm visits in Eastern France: a blend of tradition and know-how
From craft activities and immersive tours to encounters with animals, there are so many ways to discover an educational farm in Eastern France! Whether it's a horse ride or an experience in a farmer's boots, you'll be able to experience a suspended moment in close contact with nature... and with passionate farmers who'll be delighted to pass on their know-how!
Visits and workshops: a holiday immersed in the world of farming
Visiting a farm is great. Getting your hands dirty is even better! For your next trip to the Grand Est with the kids, take part in one of the many workshops on offer at educational farms.
Feeding grain to the hens, feeding the goats, shearing the sheep, untangling the donkeys' coats... There's no age limit to learning the basics of farm life during the holidays! In the Vosges, take part in a workshop on the art of processing. From soap to butter, did you know that cow's milk can be used in a multitude of ways? After visiting this farm, yes!
Visiting a farm is an opportunity for the youngest child to saddle up for the first time. After a few pats on the back, it's time for a pony ride. And don't forget to take a picnic break with a taste of the local produce!
The farm is a place that changes with the seasons. That's why there are so many educational workshops at different key times of the year! From egg hunts on a farm at Easter to pumpkin decorating at Halloween, there's always a good time to visit a farm and take part in a workshop.
Goats, cows & Co: activities up close to the animals
During your next trip to discover the expertise of the Grand Est region, take advantage ofa special opportunity to meet the farm animals!
For an afternoon, young and old alike can indulge their curiosity with an unusual activity: milking mares! Your guide will teach you that mare's milk is excellent for your health and has many virtues... and can even be transformed into body products. Are you ready to discover all the secrets of mare's milk during your day on the farm?
To put yourself in the shoes of a farmer, spend a whole day in the day-to-day life of a farm about twenty minutes from Nancy. Put on your boots and visit the educational farm: horses, cows, chickens, goats, pigs and alpacas are waiting to be pampered! And why not round off your visit with a ride in a horse-drawn carriage to the falconers' camp?
Leisure and entertainment: 100% natural activities
Time travel or sensational activities, educational farms have more than one trick up their sleeves to help you discover life in the countryside in a fun way!
Want to go back in time? In France's largest open-air museum, you can take a leap back in time thanks to the many objects and exhibits showing the region's ancestral gestures and traditional skills. All in a fun and educational way! Meet the famous Alsatian stork, learn about birdsong or pick mushrooms... It's the perfect way to find out everything you ever wanted to know about the world of farms.
A stay in nature mode: a night on a farm
Want to extend the pleasure of staying on a farm? Opt for a night in the heart of nature!
Close to the Argonne forest, enjoy a peaceful night's sleep in a comfortable gîte. The perfect place to get some fresh air in the countryside! Bonus: a discovery tray with delicious produce from your hosts' farm. You can even take a behind-the-scenes look at how they are made during a visit to a vegetable garden and the gîte's microbrewery!
If you prefer a more unusual experience, what could be better than a night in a bohemian gypsy caravan? Near Nancy, it's a stay with a rural feel that awaits you. Roam through the heart of the Lorraine countryside and enjoy a range of activities after a good night's rest. Would you prefer a visit to the farm or a horse-drawn carriage ride to start the day?