The most beautiful natural sites to discover Lorraine

This natural site in the near outskirts of the city is the opportunity for families to relax by playing adventurers, without risk, because the site is well marked, with various routes more or less disgraded. The site was once the site of Montaigu Castle, now disappeared. The route of Compostelle between Troyes and Auxerre also borrowed the path of the castle. Here, children are now taking pleasure in arbating the steep trails, picking up strands through wood, asking themselves in the openings… The most despicable will go out to ATV, with a possible departure from the ancient church of Laines-aux-Bois and a loop by Souligny. The place is perfect for picnics and ample enough to multiply walks but the evening comes, it is much less popular, and very isolated…

At the doors of the city, we encounter forest charm, for walking and also sport. The site is equipped with 3 health course circuits of 1 700 m, 2 000 m and 4 000 m, at different levels, interspersed with explanatory panels.

Neuville-sur-Valve, St-Benoit-sur-Valve… The Valve waters this whole region before drinking the Parisians. She takes her source here, under St. Alban Church, at Mount Pimont. Go down 50 m and cross the national that gives such a dull and so sad appearance in the village. Don't trust appearances, bend behind the bus bus… You're rewarded: below is a beautiful covered th-century wash wash, with a wooden area, which is well restored and leaves its vats in the first waters of the nascent creek. With a picnic, you will be installed on this green rest area along which the first waves of the watercourse wind.

Located in the Domaine Saint-Victor, 3 km from Soulaines towards Brienne-le-Château, this association offers numerous animations for schools and groups (on reservation). Forest visits, ponds tours, hiking, geology discovery, amphibian migration observation… Saint Victor's estate also houses a park to deer, moist meadows and a wooded area to discover butterflies, wetlands, forests, gardens............................…. water bodies and diagnostics on natural spaces.

It is a place that is often ignored and even more function. The Mussy-sur-Seine cooler consists of a spectacular stone cylinder of 10 m deep and about 7 m in diameter. From the outside, difficult to get a clear idea of the thing. This cooler was in some way the fridge of Langres bishops when they stayed in Mussy during the summer. It is in an excellent state of conservation, rare in France, and is visible upon request at the tourist office.

The ponds of Reynel represent a Eden for fishermen. Located next to the castle, they are lined with wood and the landscape is not only admirable but also, so peaceful! Professionals agree on these two strengths: calm and framework. All year round and 24 h/24, you can throw your canes in order to tease the pike (minimum 60 cm), gardons plump and coveted carp. Do if you have fishing as a leisure!

These 30 ha marshes, classified as Natura 2000, provide a refuge for fauna and flora that visitors can see perched at an altitude of 470 m. This wet and peaty area is home to a very rich specific biodiversity. The Konik-Polsky horse was introduced to the site to contain the vegetation.

Sublime geological curiosity, this cave of the Jurassic era excavated in the limestone of Givet is one of the attractions of the region opened since 1896. The 9 open rooms allow you to observe many concrete events - animals or characters that come out of the rock - a rock suspended as by magic and a column of 3 million years! Many animal traces have been revealed: mammoth, aurochs and pheasant pheasants. It is also likely that they have received human occupation in prehistoric times. A rather magical place for children, it is recommended to cover well, since the temperature avoids the 9 ° C and put good shoes, to climb the stone staircase. From the Nutons Hall, we get to the Salle du Gouffre, where the first traces of human occupation are found, and then to the Lion Room, which owes its name to the form of a concrete, then to that of the Clair de Lune, the room of Lovers, where one distinguishes the silhouette of a couple. 

Lovers of geological curiosities that Mother Nature has had fun sowing all over the world to smile at the far-fetched interpretations that men will give them, Dieffenthal's granite rocks will undoubtedly arouse your interest. In Alsace, it is the best example of the erosion of "granite in balls" due to the circulation of water in the cracks of rocks. From the Dieffenthal church, the trail is marked by blue rings and information panels on the sights encountered. The first stop is the Medieval Garden where medicinal herbs used in the past to heal the sick were planted. You will then arrive at the famous Celtic Rock shaped by the power of the waters: tradition claims that it is a birth seat! Other rocks with unusual shapes are to be discovered throughout the walk (about 45 minutes) which ends with a crossing of the vineyards.

If we know the Faux de Verzy in the Marne, we know less about this tree which is more than 800 years old. There are few in France. It was a junction of three fields, hence its name. It is 5 metres wide and it is even said that some people hid there during the Second World War. A superb site that gives a good excuse for a walk.

The route of the upper Meuse valley goes to the great figures of history such as Louise Michel, the brothers Goncourt and Camille Flammarion. Goncourt is initially a village, halfway between the Meuse and Lorraine. The Meuse takes its source in Pouily-en-Bassigny at 409 meters above sea level. Enjoy the beautiful scenery around the nascent river. In just a few tens of kilometers, you will discover a whole local heritage. We go to Fresnoy, we make a hook up to Morimond Abbey before returning to Choiseul and his beautiful twelfth century church. A passage through the site of the Mothe, then we find the downstream Meuse to go back to the D 74. Goncourt, then Bourmont, after a small detour by Vroncourt-la-Côte to salute Louise Michel, Clefmont and then Montigny-le-Roi. The chief of the Val has a heavy past. Property of the Count of Champagne, he sees a castle in xiiie, becomes Montigny-le-Roi when his lord is crowned king of Navarre.

This artificial lake, like those of the Orient and the Temple, offers this undeniable asset to be warm, with a sandy beach, and wild, which makes it one of the most beautiful. A picnic design completes the whole. Motonautism is also at the heart of it, it is even the largest lake in Europe for this sport but from May 1 you can also start fishing in pike. The smaller than that of the Dawn, it offers a leisure base and a port of 240 seats. 200 locations are reserved for vehicles, with rings for trailers. Everything is thought of here for holidaymakers: Sumptuous, bars, bakeries and small rental accommodation in order to relax away from the city, with all the comfort. The fishermen will also find their happiness and the Vélovoie offers access to the other lakes while cycling. Those who enjoy the jet will be equally satisfied. Indeed, if the speed is limited to 60 km/h on the whole site, an unlimited circuit allows to allow each sensation.

Due to its proximity to the forest area of Phalsbourg-Lutzelbourg, the region is full of hiking and hiking… Everyone will find his account! The Botanique botanical trail, for example, reveals the different natural curiosities of the forest of the Vosges in the North, the Washing washing of the Oak Wood or the circular map of the Plane are all paths to borrow. But most of all, caves, remains, curiosities, deciduous and other plants dotted discovery trips.

street village perched on a promontory, with a magnificent view of the Argonne forest. Each summer, the village stands out among the pretty villages of the Meuse. From the viewpoint, the landscape is beautiful. It opens onto the Argonne forest dotted with ponds and green pastures of countryside. Some windmills are arranged here. The only downside vegetation, although a little to admire the show is offered to you. The press of the abbey is located nearby.

A walk between nature and culture and a breath of fresh air. The Saulx Valley offers superb green landscapes between rivers, streams, wild and elusive views. It invites visitors to discover its string of villages built with local stone. From one bank to the other, fall under the spell of religious country buildings, waterfront castles and hikes. It is also a steel country that has taken advantage of the region's minerals to make a name for itself, particularly in the field of cast iron. Between History and know-how, the Saulx valley will only please you!

The Hayes land in Deyvilliers in the Vosges awaits you. This small club on a former military fort, sheltered from eyes, allows you to enjoy a naturism year-round, yet you must be a member of the structure that will allow you to enjoy the advantages of this outdoor site. Sauna sessions in Gérardmer and swimming pool sessions at Roger Goujon in Epinal.