Spend an unusual Christmas in the Grand Est

Let the Grand Est surprise you

Christmas is fast approaching. Discover a selection of original Christmas breaks to create memories with your family, friends or partner. A spa day? A night in a tree house? A trip on a toboggan on rails or a fabulous dinner in a castle: what unusual Christmas experience will you enjoy this year?

A wellness break

A relaxing break in the depths of winter, the festive season is the perfect time to pamper yourself, as a couple or as a family. Experience an original Christmas break in a luxury hotel and enjoy an afternoon of relaxation at the spa. After a relaxing massage and a trip to the jacuzzi, make yourself comfortable by the fireplace, enjoy a hot cinnamon tea and wait patiently for Father Christmas to come and shower you with presents...

Workshops for young and old

Celebrate Christmas with the whole family by organising a fun and festive event in the Grand Est region. At Christmas, the region offers a thousand and one activities to discover unusual or traditional skills. As a family, take part in Christmas-themed creative workshops and reveal your hidden talents. Learn how to decorate Christmas biscuits, make an Advent wreath or create your own colourful Christmas candle in the company of local craftspeople. In short, let your inner artist express himself.

A festive meal

What would Christmas be without big, warm and friendly tables? This festive season, try an original culinary experience in the Grand Est region. A 5-star hotel-restaurant with impeccable service, a renowned estate in the heart of the vineyards, a romantic Relais & Châteaux, a Michelin-starred gourmet restaurant: find your festive table for Christmas Eve in one of our exceptional establishments. It's the perfect way to spend a unique moment with your loved ones.

Wine tasting

This festive season, discover the vineyards of the Grand Est region. If you'd like to learn the basics of wine and food pairing or visit a cellar in one of the legendary estates inAlsace or Champagne, treat yourself to an original Christmas break combining flavours and introductions.

*Alcohol abuse is dangerous for your health, consume in moderation.

An unusual night

Have you always wanted to spend a night in a cabin lost in the woods? Make your Christmas dream come true by booking one of our amazing getaways inAlsace,Ardenne, Champagne, Vosges, Lorraine or Moselle. This is your chance to discover the region in a new light, in an exceptional and above all original setting. If you love nature and snow-covered landscapes, why not enjoy an original Christmas break in a cosy cabin? Looking for an unforgettable weekend? Put a "Nuits insolites" gift card under the Christmas tree. Caravelles, floating cabins, teepees or even yurts... Take your pick for a moment of escape for two! For a setting worthy of the most beautiful fairytales, organise a stay in an enchanting setting, such as a historic monument with walls steeped in history.

Cruise the Grand Est

The Grand Est region can also be explored by water. Looking for an original way to spend an unusual Christmas? Embark on a tasting cruise that your taste buds won't soon forget. Another option that's just as exotic: take a tour of the markets, not on foot, but by boat. You'll have plenty of time to admire the famous Christmas decorations in an original way.

Christmas in the snow

In winter, the Grand Est region dons its magnificent white coat. Make the most of the sublime snowy scenery for sporting activities ranging from skiing to snowshoeing. Or, for something even more unusual, choose an original activity that you won't soon forget, aboard a toboggan on rails. It's time for adventure!

An unforgettable experience with animals

To the delight of children (and parents too), experience an original and authentic Christmas holiday in the company of animals. For a day, slip into the shoes of an animal keeper. For a weekend with family or friends, pack your bags and head to a wildlife park, where you'll sleep right next to deer, hinds and even wolves!