Themed tours and activities Lorraine

A Bogny-sur-Meuse, the vallon of the "Grosse Boutique" is a unique place to rediscover the metallurgical past of the Ardennes, that of the bolts.
It was founded by two brothers, modest cloutiers, Jean-Rémi Maré (1813-1856) and Alexandre Joseph (1813-1887). Alexandre Maré (1845-1914), the boss of the second generation, developed the case considerably. On the eve of 1914, the «Grosse Boutique» is the largest in the Ardennes and even in France with more than a thousand employees. In two periods (1854-1858 and 1865-1877), she then almost acquired her final physionomie. It was even connected by a private railway, 2 km long and a tunnel passing under the Hermitage to the Charleville-Givet line.
The course takes us to the scene of the employers'castle, to the three paternalistic creations of the general stores, Alexandre Joseph crèche, or the still present of the Scale, a city comparable to that of the North where the workers were housed.

Visit the city off the beaten track! Escapium offers groups fun activities to discover Reims and share a moment of conviviality with family or friends. Rallies through the city that will test your sense of observation and your team spirit. Want to taste the delights of the region? Embark on the Bulles et Gourmandises rally, the clues will lead you to the best artisans of the city for seven gourmet tastings. You prefer challenges? Compete with your friends in a photo challenge!

An amazing evening that mixes themed workshops with demonstrations of the trades. Because no, orientation night is not a game you play with a compass in your hand, but a great opportunity for young people to approach the professional world. And to link the useful with the very pleasant, demonstrations are offered all evening. A useful and fun outing!

The Lecomte Blaise Sàrl distillery offers a wide range of specialties, including the Jean de Nol® cocktail, Birabelle®, Birsapin® or Birtille® bitters, Vosges Bluets aperitif and Liqueur de Sapin. There is no minimum order, and delivery is assured in mainland France, either by carrier or in the Mondial Relay outlet of their choice. Professionals can request a special rate by contacting the distillery. For orders outside the region, the distillery also offers delivery by carrier.

It is the oldest distillery of Alsace (since 1850) which is labelled Entreprise du patrimoine which works for its know-how of excellence. Lehmann Distillery is situated in Obernai, on the famous wine route in the heart of the Alsace vineyards and at the foot of the massif of Vosges. It distils spirits, liquors and more recently its famous whisky, "Elsass Whisky", for the greatest pleasure of connoisseurs. This emblematic distillery proposes for groups two formulas of organised visits as they wish to share a gastronomy and a know-how that they have claimed for five generations. A prestigious tasting then takes place at the foot of the stills: it begins among great classics such as Poire Williams, IGP Alsace raspberry, IGP Alsace mirabelle plum, AOC Alsace gewurztraminer marc (typical of the region), etc., and will continue on a milder note with raspberry liquor, mirabelle plum liquor, etc.

As early as 1913, Eugène Massenez wanted to be an avant-garde by distilling wild raspberries for the first time... This spirit became a phenomenal success thanks in particular to the loyalty of the Queen of Sweden who fell in love with this raspberry when she came to Alsace. In the 1950s, the Massenez Distillery experienced a real boom by being present in the most famous restaurant in France: BBocuse, Verger, Troisgros, etc., and a few others such as La Tour d'Argent, Maxime's, Lenotre, etc. Finally after the 1960s, Gabriel Massenez decided as a precursor to export. Lastly, when he dealt with the Asian market, he successfully bet on the raspberry brandy (the fruit was unknown by its population) and the famous pear prisoner. The Maison Massenez, which is now associated with Grandes Distilleries Peureux, continues an avant-garde lineage and advocates, through Miss Massenez, a brand new consumption of brandies, creams and liquors: the cocktails! It forms part of the French lifestyle! Refined, chic, elegant... The digestive does not have an exclusively masculine image now, follow Miss Massenez and travel with her through her favourite cocktails... This prestigious distillery offers guided tours for groups as from 10 people but only on prior reservation. End the visit with a free tasting at Miss Massenez port.

In Uberach, which is a village 30 km north of Strasbourg, the heritage largely rests on its vineyards and the quality of its spirits, liquors and now Alsatian whiskies. They form an integral part of the excellent gastronomy of the region. The history of this family of distillers began at the beginning of the century with ancestors who were itinerant distillers, until the creation in 1972 of the Hepp Distillery. In 2000 it was modernised and can operate under the best conditions of cleanliness, distillation and bottling with 3 stills of 450 litres and a storage capacity of 500 tons of raw materials. Its spirits, including some rare varieties, as well as its liquors and creams are among the most famous. More recently the whiskies have joined this winning squad. Hepp Distillery which is a small family business, will welcome you for a guided tour, except on Sundays and public holidays only after prior appointment made by phone or on its website. You will be cordially welcomed every day of the week in its pleasant shop which has a new whisky hall that was inaugurated in 2016.

This artisanal family distillery is located in Balbronn, a small village in the Alsatian hills 20 km west of Strasbourg. The Hagmeyer family, who are orchardists and distillers, have a centuries-old know-how. Since 1921 they regularly invest to develop their distillery while maintaining an irreproachable quality. Since 2007 which is the year of inauguration of their new distillation workshop, it is divided into 2 sites. one dedicated to the vatting, the fermentation or the maceration and the distillation with 5 stills allowing to treat in due time 100 to 200 tons of fruits, marcs, berries or roots per year. Its second site welcomes visitors for guided tours, houses a shop as well as the ripening and maturing of brandies and their bottling. Alsatian kirsch, Mirabelle of Alsace, Poire Williams, Quince, Eglantine, Abricot, Prunelle, Sorbier, Alisier, Myrtille… their spirits are mainly made from the fruit of their harvests and, for those that they do not produce, they favour local supply for quality fruit and berries. The shop presents their spirits and liquors. You will also find the traditional Alsatian flute and other more original bottles.

Created 5 years ago by cycling tourism enthusiasts, this young company invites you to discover Alsace in an unusual way through the use of organized tours starting from Eguisheim. Guided by a GPS with a pre-recorded itinerary, you will cross authentic villages along the picturesque roads of the vineyard. The pace is slow and the circuits do not exceed 35 km. An ideal formula for family rides, riding a small queen with electric assistance (bicycle or mountain bike) or a traditional two-wheeler. For your comfort, Alsa Cyclo Tours has thought of everything: free safety helmet and, in rental, baby seat, child trailer or follower bike. It is strongly recommended to book in advance. We also offer guided tours by electric bike around the following themes: the Alsatian vineyard and village, the wine route (with tasting), the discovery of the vineyard (with tasting) and the tour of the gastronomes (with a meal). The hardest part of the deal is not pedalling (thanks to the electric assistance), but choosing the theme that will suit you best!