Cycling, spa and escape: a comfortable 4-day stay in Northern Alsace
In summary
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Sports
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Duration4 days
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LevelConfirmed
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DestinationGrand Est / Alsace
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AgeFrom 18 - 80 years
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CO₂-Emissions29.17 kg CO2
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Type of stayIndependent traveler
In a few words
In the heart of the Northern Vosges Regional Natural Park , this cycling holiday immerses you in the authentic charm of Northern Alsace . From a 5-star charming hotel , housed in a former 19th-century mill, set off each day to discover a preserved and little-known region, with its historical heritage , typical villages , and verdant panoramas . Accessible loops connect local gems such as Niederbronn-les-Bains , Obersteinbach , and Lembach , passing by fortified castles , historical sites , and rural churches . Along your route, Alsatian vineyards meet deep forests and wooded hills. Suitable for solo travelers, couples, families, or groups of friends , this trip combines upscale comfort , cultural immersion , and the pleasures of nature for an unforgettable escape at the pace of a bicycle.
The highlights
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Cultural and historical richness: discover fortified castles, churches,
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The Northern Vosges Regional Natural Park with its preserved fauna and flora
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Niederbronn-les-Bains and the villages of Obersteinbach, Lembach and Kutzenhausen
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Sport
Level
Leisure Cycling
For those wishing to cycle 50 km a day. The stages are sometimes hilly and follow cycle paths, greenways, and secondary roads. A trip suitable for anyone who cycles occasionally.
In figures
PRIVATE HIRE VEHICLE
- Average distance/day: 44 km
Management
A fully self-guided tour, accompanied by a digital travel pack, including the navigation app, GPS data, and travel journal.
However, it is possible to receive additional complete paper travel documents including a road book and its maps, tourist leaflets and luggage tags.
For added convenience, GPS data for the route can also be made available upon request.
Program
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Arrival in Goersdorf
- Accommodation Cottage
- Breakfast not included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner included
Upon arrival in Gœrsdorf, check into your 5* holiday cottage. Enjoy the hotel's swimming pool and spa.
Day 1 -
Route of Orchards and Remembrance
- Activity PRIVATE HIRE VEHICLE
- Distance 50 km
- Accommodation Cottage
- Breakfast included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner not included
Relive the memories and emotions of the Franco-Prussian War of 1870 through the many memorials that line these small country roads. The route winds between fields and orchards, offering a bucolic setting. Admire the fruit trees in bloom in spring and the ripe fruit in summer. A must-see: the Museum of the Battle of August 6, 1870 in Woerth, where you will discover poignant exhibits.
Day 2 -
Between medieval fortresses and mystical forests
- Activity PRIVATE HIRE VEHICLE
- Distance 45 km
- Accommodation Cottage
- Breakfast included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner not included
A beautiful walk through the wooded hills of the Northern Vosges Regional Natural Park. You can explore imposing medieval fortresses, such as Fleckenstein and Wasigenstein castles. You can follow the marked trails maintained by the Vosges Club to visit the sites on foot. Along the way, immerse yourself in the history of these monuments while enjoying the tranquility of the surrounding forests.
Day 3 -
Discovering the Earth's Energies
- Activity PRIVATE HIRE VEHICLE
- Distance 35 km
- Breakfast included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner not included
This adventure invites you to explore the natural resources and geothermal power of the region, such as the thermal waters of Morsbronn-les-Bains and the asphalt once extracted from the Lobsann mines. Furthermore, the history of oil production in this basin, where the first oil wells in France and Europe were drilled, is remarkably illustrated at the French Petroleum Museum in Merkwiller-Pechelbronn.
Day 4
Note
4-day, 3-night tour - Madeleine or Jacques Gîte
Departure possible every day from March 28th to October 10th, 2026
Choose one step from several options.
Accommodation
Access
Go to the starting point
Arrival by car: free parking during your stay
Price details
The price includes
• Overnight stays in a 5-star guesthouse
• Breakfast
• Evening meal on day 1 (cold buffet + welcome basket)
• Route planned and marked
• Detailed travel documents 1x per room (FR, ENG, DE) or digital guide app (-€20 per room)
• GPS data available
• Hotline Support
The price does not include
• Tourist tax (to be paid on site)
• Dinners (except day 1)
• Drinks, lunches
Options
- Electric Bike Rental : CHF246.08 / unit
- Bicycle rental (21 speeds) : CHF81.42 / unit
- Printed travel documents : CHF18.30 / unit
- Flex fare and insurance
Practical information
Specific formalities
Specifics
Before your departure, check with the embassy or consulate regarding the entry and stay requirements for your destination country. You can also find this information on the France Diplomatie website ( https://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/fr/dossiers-pays/ ).
In the case of flights with stopovers operated by different airlines, also check the entry requirements of the countries you are transiting through.
It is your responsibility to ensure you are in compliance, particularly regarding the validity of your identity documents (for example, some countries require your passport to be valid for at least six months after your return) , visa requirements, necessary vaccinations, and health recommendations. And don't forget to consider any customs restrictions and other potential requirements of your destination or transit country.
ℹ️ Information may change up to the departure date, remember to regularly check official websites.
Equipment
Equipment provided on site
Equipment (if renting a bike):
- Handlebar bag (per bicycle)
- Luggage bag (by bicycle)
- Anti-theft device (per room)
- Repair kit (per chamber)
- Pump (per chamber)
- Counter
- Water bottle cage
Equipment to bring
- Hiking backpack with a waist belt: 30 liters minimum (day's belongings: camera, picnic lunch, water bottle, warm clothing, rain poncho, sunscreen, your identity papers…)
- Very good quality sunglasses
- Sunscreen + Lip balm
- A water bottle and/or a thermos (1.5 liters minimum)
- A headlamp
- A waterproof pouch with your identity documents, travel insurance and some cash for personal expenses during the hike,…)
- Toiletries (preferably biodegradable products)
- Earplugs
- Toilet paper
- Camera / mobile phone (optional)
- For picnics: airtight plastic container like "Tupperware", pocket knife, cutlery, cups.
- Plastic bags for organizing your belongings in the bag and for waste.
- Personal pharmacy:
- Your usual medications
- Pain relievers: paracetamol, aspirin…
- Muscle relaxant (gel or tablet)
- Elastic adhesive tape (Elastoplast type)
- Adhesive bandages + disinfectant compresses
- Double skin (blisters)
- A first aid kit
- repair kit (personal bicycle)
Clothing to bring
- Hiking pants
- Shorts/Bermuda shorts (1 swimsuit + towel just in case)
- Breathable T-shirt
- Fleece sweater or cardigan (fleece is very practical: lightweight, dries quickly and retains a high level of warmth)
- Windbreaker or Gore-Tex jacket
- Rain cape + bag cape
- Hat or cap
- A scarf (to protect the neck)
- Hiking socks (double layer, looped, etc.)
- A change of clothes for the evening
- Spare shoes for the evening