Sports and leisure activities Lorraine

The Anneau du Rhin circuit offers driving courses on various vehicles: Porsche, Ferrari, Lamborghini, Alpine, single-seaters. One of the particularities of this circuit is the possibility to take a first drive on the track in a legendary Bugatti Type 35. You will have to anticipate the reservation (about a month in advance), but the experience will be unique! It is also possible to drive your own car on the track, with a coaching or trackday formula (booking in advance).

Near the pond, a multi-purpose nautical center that welcomes schoolchildren, the general public, sports clubs and associations to its two pools - sports and balneotherapy - for sport and relaxation. Fun facilities include a counter-current river, waterfall, 60 m slide and paddling pool. On sunny days, the pool roof can be partially opened to provide a planted solarium, sandboxes and volleyball court. The aquatic center even organizes aqua'nniversaries.

Sepparla, a funny name, coming from a play on words associating Seppala (little Joseph in Alsatian) and "c'est par là" (it's that way) to make you want to follow the aforementioned Joseph on the Vosges heights. Originally from the valley of Munster, Joseph is a mountain guide with a diploma and a lot of experience (he has travelled for a long time in the Alps). All year long, he proposes hikes and snowshoeing tours. But Joseph also leads "Introduction to astronomy" walks. As a bonus, he can play some accordion tunes during your meal in the farmhouse!

Located just a few minutes from the city centre of Nancy with a beautiful view of the Meurthe river, it is impossible not to know the HQ of ASNL, the Nancy football club. Inaugurated in 1926 before being renovated in 2003, the stadium can accommodate over 20,000 people. The seats are seated and above all covered, which is practical in case of rain! The stadium also offers beautiful and bright rooms to organize your meetings, exhibitions or fairs, with a catering service to treat your guests. The plus: a car park opposite the stadium makes it easy to arrive by car.

It is better to be equipped to enter and of course to be supervised to discover this underground passage dug in Nancy at the end of the 19th century to satisfy the growing need for water. Water is still present and abundant in some places. Be careful with the slippery stairs. This underground was rehabilitated in the 1970s by the USAN (Union Spéléologique de l'Agglomération Nancéienne). Public events are also organized by the association to learn the practice, a great opportunity for novices and even the most advanced.

Aqua Pôle du Grand Nancy manages 6 swimming pools in Nancy and the surrounding area, 7 of which are accessible to people with reduced mobility. A wide range of services, including all opening times, are available on the Grand Nancy website. Preferential rates for residents of Greater Nancy. Grand Nancy Thermal, the major project to revitalize the region's thermal baths around wellness and thermo-sports activities, began last summer, and will certainly be bringing new features to its scheduled completion in the summer of 2023. To be continued...

The CKCNT and its nautical base has access to a white water stadium, the Bras Vert site, between 8 and 24 m wide with a difference in level of almost 5 m, with an adaptable flow, 300 m long and with 3 basins of varying difficulty. The club organizes major competitions, and is the only one in France to be ranked in the National 1 in slalom and in lane racing. Every week, lessons for all, equipment rental and discovery sessions supervised by an instructor.

The Al Terre Native association offers courses and courses of ceramics, with Céline Desor-Laurent, a ceramist. In the programme: introduction to many techniques including Raku. The exhibition hall features ceramic creations.

The Association Sportive Nancy Lorraine (ASNL) has gathered the ideal conditions to train players of all levels and ages. It includes a professional club which, after having evolved for many years in Ligue 1, was relegated to Ligue 2 in 2017-2018, but also an excellent training center, a private technical school and a training center for the professional team. The club also trains an amateur and youth section from 7 years old. For any information, do not hesitate to contact them.

The Garden Golf du Grand Nancy, opened in 1993, is a delight for all golfers, from beginners to experienced players. An 18-hole course, a 56-station driving range, a pitching green and a practice bunker, all on hilly terrain and in the forest. The club organizes junior and mini adult training courses and the school is open to children from 7 to 18 years old. A shop allows you to buy equipment on site, as well as a restaurant allowing the organization of your events.

There are areas where more than 500 players can play at the same time. Sporting practice inseparable from a certain quality of life and which has more and more followers! Games that can be played individually, in teams and always in a friendly and cheerful atmosphere and which do not require a large investment in equipment. For information, pétanque counts more than 300 000 players in France and it is a sport where mixed competitions are organized.

The Aquacole aquaculture resort, located in the vicinity of the campsite, offers trout and leisure fishing. One kilo of trout per angler is placed in water. Possibility of fast fishing. Mouches flies, trout and common shadows are also available.

The former hotel hotel is also a training centre for creative leisure. The atelier Rurart hosts Octopus Workshop, specialized in decorative mural painting and wood and the creation of accessories for home. Internships are organised throughout the year, for adults. In the program, maroquinerie workshops, engraving, Latin calligraphy, mosaic, creation of cardboard furniture, jewelry, glass, medieval enluminure, traditional wood foil, stained glass.

Are you dreaming of flying? The ULM centre of Marville offers air baptisms at 25 €, ULM outputs of one hour from 50 € and introductory courses for piloting. Discover the region view of the sky, the surrounding countryside and the citadel of Montmedy. The base has three different types of ULM. Nearby, the Renaissance Renaissance village, the recreation base of the Othain valley and its sailing school.

The Chipolé Field Observatory is a astronomy observatory site located in the middle of nature, 5 min from Saint-Mihiel. Visit of the night observatory: duration 2 h. Play Games with the Sun: duration 2 h. Planetarium Visiting Session and Projections: duration 2 h. For children special sun day.

Learning motorcycle driving on all terrain. 5 day internship in full board.

Hikers and nature lovers, the Santois country is waiting for you. For your satisfaction, the association of the Randonneurs du Saintois was created. On the program: nearly 28 pedestrian, equestrian and mountain bike circuits (approved but not marked) from 6 to 58 km are proposed around the hill of Sion, Vézelise, Haroué, Goviller and Val-de-Moselle. Information and sales of hiking guides at the tourist office. You will find everything about the history, the archaeology, the legends, the flora and the fauna of the sites crossed.

And long live the relaxation or the big dive! We like: the different pools, slide, whirlpool as well as the fitness rooms and the balneo area. It is possible to follow childbirth preparation courses, numerous training courses (aqua-palms, stretching and relaxation...) and BNSSA training courses (Brevet National de Sécurité et de Sauvetage Aquatique). From the outside, the community swimming pool looks like an ocean liner docked on the Moselle, facing the Prémontrés abbey. A perfect structure very well supervised by qualified instructors.

ULM, school of pilotage, baptisms, initiation flight and walk, theoretical courses.

This was the site of the very old Lorraine boiler works. No trace of it remains today and a pond has been dug on its site. The place is now a leisure area in the form of a small farm housing many species of birds, ponies, sheep, goats, donkeys and even a llama! A pedestrian circuit traced by the Club Vosgien and an educational trail laid out by the ONF also allow you to enjoy the benefits of nature...

We are here at 1 250 m, on one of the biggest Elm Balls. Spectacular views of the Vosges, Alsace, Belfort territory, and in clear time, on the Alps. It often happens that in winter we are here in the sun, above a sea of clouds, as by plane. Nice strolls on the summit: climb to the Jeanne-d'Arc statue to discover the Vosges trash in all their splendour. There will also be a statue dedicated to the deminers who did considerable work in the aftermath of the Second World War.

Leaving Senones in the direction of Petite Raon, you can take a trip to Lac de la Maix. Covering an area of 2 hectares, this lake has managed to preserve its wild character, giving rise to various legends. However, one enigma intrigues visitors: what is this strange monoxyle pirogue carved out of wood? And why is a slatted floor visible at the bottom of the lake? Uncovering the truth behind these riddles could unlock many secrets. A must-see site!

The municipal golf course, created in 1991, has a pleasant 9-hole par 35 course in a hilly and green setting. You can also take advantage of the training facilities with a driving range, a pitching green and a putting green. You can go to the club-house to discuss and rest after a beautiful course. The club also offers lessons for adults with a state-qualified professional, a discovery package and a school for young people from 8 years old.

In the heart of the Vosges forest, in a preserved setting, the Club Vosges offers 15 marked circuits in the country of Salm. Please contact the tourist office.

Larcenaire has always been the place to be for skiing, even when the ladies wore big dresses. A family resort, Larcenaire has four ski lifts and eight runs: one black, one red, three blue and three green. There are snow cannons which guarantee sufficient snow in winter. The slalom stadium and the ski jump for beginners are ideal for enthusiasts. It is the ideal place for your holidays!

Handed down from father to son since the early ^20th century, this sustainable fish farm raises fario, rainbow and albino trout, as well as large salmon trout. The fish tanks are fed by the waters of the Red Saar. You can buy fish directly, prepared or live, or come and fish for a day or half-day in an exceptional site on the edge of the forest. Between two fishing trips, you can also take a stroll along the many paths that criss-cross the surrounding forest.

56 km from Lutzelbourg to Strasbourg, via Saverne. You can also cycle along the canal from the inclined plane to Strasbourg cathedral: a beautiful 50 km route. Find out more at the tourist office. In any case, Lutzelbourg's countless attractive cycle paths promise pleasant rides. There's something for all tastes and levels: easy, intermediate and difficult. You'll discover the countryside around the town in a whole new way.

About fifty kilometres from Strasbourg, between the Vosges, the foothills and the plains, small valleys, including the Zorn valley, invite you to contemplate. This is where the Aéro-Zorn Paragliding and Paramotor Club lives, which has about sixty members, mainly between Dabo in Moselle and Saverne in Bas-Rhin. The Club manages the Haselbourg, Hommert and Reinhardsmunster sites. Do not hesitate to contact them!

For lovers of horse riding or pony rides.

The local environment is conducive to outdoor sports, and offers both amateur and experienced cyclists a host of attractive routes. From Sarrebourg, you can cycle along rural landscapes, meadows, forests and typical Lorraine villages in just 12 km. With little difficulty, it's also ideal for walkers, joggers and rollerbladers to enjoy the country air of the Bièvre Valley.

The hamlet of lodgings of Sarrebourg values the diversity of its environment! The leisure center offers a framework adapted for nautical activities and the discovery of nature, starting point for the pedestrian or cyclist hikes of the area. Bicycles are available for rent. Tennis courts, a pond with a beach, a covered swimming pool with a slide, fishing, ping-pong, canoeing, archery and mini-golf are also available for everyone's enjoyment. For accommodation, there are about thirty comfortable wooden chalets in the heart of nature.

Starting out from the Camping du Felsberg, six mountain bike trails allow you to discover the Naborian countryside along its most beautiful paths. The routes are suitable for cyclists of all levels, and the first two are even rated "very easy". On these rides, you'll find everything that makes the Moselle so unique and attractive, including the state forest of Saint-Avold, remnants of the Maginot Line, traces of the mining past and lakes. Bikes and helmets are available for hire at the mountain bike base.

Shiver with pleasure! Full-face helmet, coverall and disposable hood! The adrenaline rush is guaranteed on these little cars that you push to the limit without fear of the whistle of the policeman. For fans of two-wheelers, mini-motorcycles increase the pressure in less time than it takes to change a wheel. With friends or family, you can try your hand at grand prix racing with advantageous formulas for 8 people or more. Young people are not left out to celebrate their birthday. And the trend: endurance races: a one-off event for the most passionate! If you want to thrill two people, the two-seater Kart is the right formula. The track is yours to vibrate to the max!

At the Xonrupt-Longemer cross-country skiing and snowshoeing area, you can take routes through the woods, offering exceptional views of the surrounding valleys. These routes will allow you to contemplate remarkable landscapes, including the Massif and Lac de Longemer. Routes are also signposted for snowshoe enthusiasts, with options such as the 4 km Les Plombes blue trail, or the 6 km green and red trails.

Few have this talent for creating or restoring stained glass windows. Philippe Weaver is one of these craftsmen, mastering the techniques from manual cutting to diamond roulette, mouth blown glass or lead assembly. The works damaged by time, thus find under his fingers, in his workshop, a new youth. But it does not stop there and also creates, unique pieces, vases, chandeliers, wall, plates, set out in its workshop.

Le Poli ski area has 4 slopes: 2 green and 2 blue, as well as 2 lifts. It is a family ski resort where you can practice alpine skiing, snowboarding and cross-country skiing. An area is reserved for sledging. This resort appeals to both beginners and advanced skiers who can enjoy the joys of skiing without being mixed up with speed freaks. Hikers will appreciate the snowshoe trails. In summer, take advantage of the summer sledges to experience other thrills.

Gérardmer is a town in the Vosges region known for its downhill ski resort, La Mauselaine. L'École du Ski Français de Gérardmer is a well-known ski school in the region. It offers group lessons for children aged 5 to 12, as well as private ski and snowboard lessons for children and adults. Prices vary according to course type and duration. The school also offers competition courses, telemark courses, snowshoe outings and handiskiing. The school's passionate instructors offer top-quality teaching in an exceptional setting with panoramic views over Lac de Gérardmer.

Gérardmer offers an ideal experience for hiking enthusiasts, with routes to suit all levels. Whether you opt for family walks, long-distance trails or discovery paths, you'll have the opportunity to peacefully explore the surrounding area by touring the lake or taking the Perles de la Vologne trail, passing such highlights as the Pont des Fées, the Marie-Louise islands and the Vannes. Thanks to the assiduous upkeep of the tourist office, over 350 km of marked trails are available.

The Cumulus paragliding school, which has been operating since 1993, offers tandem flights as well as courses for those wishing to learn this activity in complete safety. With a dynamic, competent and experienced team, visitors can discover and learn paragliding in the best possible conditions. Cumulus also has a store where enthusiasts can find paragliding equipment.

Beautiful Vosges lake offering multiple activities.

The school offers group lessons for children aged 5 to 12, as well as private lessons for adults. The school also offers daycare services for children aged 18 months to 10 years.

For several years, the Site Lispach site is ranked among the best in the field of cross-country skiing. 50 km of trails surrounded by beautiful landscapes. The site is also equipped with a biathlon stadium, a toboggan track, a hiking trail and snowshoes and a 2 km track for the practice of night skiing. On the site, the Nordic'Park is a place where you can enjoy cross-country skiing in a playful way, with bumps, springboards, relevés and other obstacles and acrobatic figures with skis that are slightly shorter than normal.

Bresse Brabant is a small family estate of three ski lifts serving 4 tracks. Ideal for amateurs or those who don't want to spend the whole day on skis. Also from the station, a departure of cross-country skiing and snowshoes from 1,5 km to 10 km.

Sheltered under a wooden hall, the ice rink of La Bresse offers 600 m² of natural ice to slide lovers. Helmets and protective gear are available for young and old alike. Small skaters" slots are reserved for children under 10 years old accompanied by their parents. For the pleasure of children, a "skating rink + pancake" package is offered every Wednesday afternoon from 2 to 4 pm. Throughout the season, activities are offered. Fun activities that are different from the ordinary! Laughter guaranteed.

The Domaine Nordique de La Bresse Lispach welcomes you to its secure, well-maintained facilities for a variety of Nordic activities, such as snowshoeing and tobogganing, on 10 snowshoeing trails in the heart of nature. These circuits, ranging from 2.5 to 11 km in length and graded according to difficulty, are not groomed and are freely accessible. A plasticized topo-guide, including altitude difference, duration and description of each route, is on sale at the La Bresse Tourist Office and at the Nordic ski area ticket offices.

40 km of snowshoes on six marked circuits, 6 km of pedestrian trails, a toboggan track in La Bresse-Hohneck and La Bresse-Lispach. Attention: ski slopes (alpine and background) are reserved exclusively for skiers.

About raquettes hiking, you can contact the Office Mountain Haute-Vosges (tel) 06 85 07 13 06/03 29 25 68 49, website: www.bmhv.com - at the French Ski School (tel) 03 29 25 41 56/03 29 25 55 80, website: www.esf-labresse.com - or at the Sotré Refuge (tel) 03 29 22 13 97, website: www.refugedusotre.com

Deval'Kart makes available to fans of speed for bob, luge, electric mini-kart or De (scooter on low pressure tyres).

The tourist office is open all year round to provide you with comprehensive information. In addition to welcoming visitors, the office also provides a variety of documents detailing hiking trails. The Charmes region offers a multitude of circuits, both on foot and by bike, enabling you to discover the region's secret charms. In partnership with various associations, the tourist office provides information on the many itineraries available.