hi there I live near Dole, so not too far away, and I sometimes go hiking (Camino de Santiago, Saint-Guilhem-le-Désert, etc.), and I’d love it if someone could suggest a trek in the Vosges—I really don’t know the area well. (Yeah, I know, I’m a little embarrassed about that.) If you could recommend a nice route. Arrival by car or train, doesn’t matter. Thanks so much!

hi everyone, just back from a little trip to the French Ardennes, and well, it wasn’t great...😕 people are cold, it’s depressing, the activities are just walks or the pool (when it’s even open...). it feels like there’s a lot of poverty and tourism seems like an afterthought. if anyone’s been there...

Last bike trek 2026 for Claudio from La Faverges Pretty but pricey! Tough due to Z-route errors: damn GPS!

Here’s the deal: claudio finally did the bike trek he’d been planning for N+1 years, heading toward the Northeastern Region of France. A few highlights: Jura Vesoul Épinal Arbois VéloRoute 50; Northeastern Canals (Saar Canal); Sarrebourg Saarbrücken Alsace Bossue Lorraine Vosges Jura Switzerland Story and photos coming soon... Story in progress...

Setting off from Geneva, a bit grumpy, toward the shores of Lake Geneva, we weave through the crowds of wild commuters, but calmly via Versoix, Tannay, Commugny, Founex, Céligny, and finally Genolier, where the real fun begins. Indeed, while the road from Arzier to St-Cergue and La Givrine offers stunning views of the Lake Geneva basin, the climb is challenging. But after atoning for a few sins, the village of La Cure is reached as easily as pie. To avoid the main road and prolong the fun, we opt for the route to Prémanon and Morez via unlikely backroads. Phew: Lons-le-Saunier at last! Still, quite a bit of meandering to find our campsite. We lose not only our bearings but also our Michelin map, but eventually stumble upon the hostel—a bit spartan, but at least we’re sheltered.

Hi everyone, We’ve wanted to visit Alsace for a long time to see the famous and well-known "Christmas markets." Apart from the one in Strasbourg, could you give us some tips on other markets (Sélestat, Colmar, Mulhouse)? Also, any recommendations for hotels, restaurants, or things to see, etc.? I know my question is a bit "basic," but we really need some expert advice. Thanks in advance to all.

We’ll be back from a river cruise with a stop in Strasbourg for just the afternoon and evening. We’d like to spend the afternoon in either Colmar or Kaysersberg and then return to Strasbourg for dinner and a stroll afterward. I’d love your advice on which spot—Colmar or Kaysersberg—you’d recommend. I’ve noticed there’s a bus line 145 that runs from Colmar to Kaysersberg, taking about 40 minutes and costing around 5 €.

Is there a train or another way to get directly from Strasbourg that’s quick and affordable? I think a taxi would be pretty expensive. The issue is we don’t have much time—our flight is the next morning. We’ve already visited Strasbourg, Colmar, Eguisheim, Ribeauvillé, and Riquewihr about 10 years ago and loved them all. Our river cruise covers the Main, Rhine, and Danube.

We’re really looking forward to seeing places in Germany, like Rothenburg ob der Tauber, among others.

Thanks, and looking forward to your tips!

Hi there, I’m struggling to get back into hiking and I’m considering tackling the GR5 from Lake Geneva to the Mediterranean shores in August-September.

Since I can’t plan daily distances in advance, I’ll be bringing gear to bivouac.

I’m not familiar with this route and wanted to get an idea of water resupply options before setting off: are sources and streams still flowing easily in late summer on this GR, or should I prepare for long dry stretches? 😐