Our articles : Nature

With its crystal-clear lakes, intoxicating forests and bewitching valleys, it's easy to turn on nature mode in the Grand Est. On foot or by bike, on foot or on the water, the exploration can begin.

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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.

Top : Activités outdoor, As a family, Campagne, Nature, slowtourisme, Spring, Summer

Top 5 things to do
around Lake Madine with the family

Off to Lake Madine in the Meuse for a family weekend in the countryside with the Bestjobers! A boat trip, birdwatching, a cycle ride round the lake, a short, idyllic walk and some delicious treats are all on the agenda! Here are their top slow tourism activities for a real breath of fresh air.

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.

Top : Nature, Summer

6 campsites in the fresh air of Eastern France!

When it comes to camping, there are those who love pitching tents and those who love mobile homes, but for everyone there's a sweet feeling of freedom. For a relaxing getaway in the fresh air, choose your favourite campsite: feet in the water to keep cool, or a stone's throw from the city for a stroll?

Pierre-Percée - Vue sur le lac de Pierre-Percée
Travel diary : As a family, Campagne, Gastronomy, Nature, Out-of-the-ordinary, Responsible travel, Spring, Summer

Family nature weekend around the Pierre-Perçée lake

Fancy a break in the heart of nature? Today, with Chloé from the @chloeandyou account and her family, we're heading for the area around the Lac de Pierre-Percée, in a pretty little spot in the Grand Est region, nestling between the Massif des Vosges, Lorraine and Alsace. Three days of slow tourism between forests, authentic villages and peaceful lakes. Relaxation was clearly the order of the day.

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.