Activities & Discoveries

The Vosges offer treasures in every season

A year-round destination

Whether you come in summer or winter, the Vosges are packed with things to do

Larcenaire ski resort

10 minutes

The closest resort to the chalet. Ideal for beginners and families, with slopes suited to every level.

La Bresse-Hohneck

20 minutes

The largest resort in the Vosges with over 40 km of slopes. A full ski area, snowpark, toboggan runs and nordic activities.

Snowshoeing

From the chalet door

The waymarked trails around Le Ménil turn into beautiful snowshoe routes in winter. You can set off right from the chalet door.

Gérardmer ice rink

30 minutes

Enjoy the Gérardmer ice rink for a day out with family or friends by the lake.

Tobogganing & Nordic activities

10-20 minutes

Natural and purpose-built toboggan runs in the nearby resorts. Guaranteed fun for the whole family!

Evenings at the chalet

On site

After a day on the slopes, nothing beats an evening by the wood stove. Board games, fondue, mulled wine... the true chalet experience.

Lake Gérardmer

30 minutes

The largest natural lake in the Vosges. Swimming, windsurfing, pedalos, sailing and lakeside walks in a summery atmosphere.

Lake Longemer

35 minutes

Perfect for swimming and water sports in unspoilt natural surroundings, encircled by Vosges forests.

Mountain biking & Cycling

From the chalet door

A network of mountain-bike trails and cycle routes criss-crosses the Vosges. Bike hire available in La Bresse or Gérardmer.

Barbecue & Terrace

On site

Make the most of the chalet's terrace and barbecue for convivial evenings with panoramic views over the Vosges mountains.

Gérardmer golf course

30 minutes

A golf course in an outstanding setting at the heart of the Vosges, open to beginners and experienced players alike.

Treetop adventure parks

15-30 minutes

Treetop and adventure courses in the Vosges forests for children and adults alike.

Waymarked trails in Le Ménil

500 m from the chalet

Waymarked hiking trails start just 500 m from the chalet. Perfect for family walks in the heart of the Vosges forest.

Ballon d'Alsace

25 minutes

An iconic Vosges landmark at 1,247 m. A 360° panorama over the Vosges, the Alps and the Black Forest on a clear day.

Wildlife watching

Around the chalet

The Vosges forests are home to red deer, roe deer, storks and many bird species. A paradise for nature lovers.

GR5 long-distance trail

Nearby

The famous GR5, the great crossing of the Vosges, passes close by. Accessible stages and paths for day hikes or multi-day treks.

Foraging & Forest

From the chalet door

In autumn the Vosges forests turn glorious colours and offer mushrooms, bilberries and wild raspberries to pick.

Horse riding

Nearby

Several riding centres in the area offer horseback rides through the forests and meadows of the Vosges.

Hautes-Mynes copper mines, Le Thillot

10 minutes

A 16th-century copper mine listed as a historic monument. Popular guided underground tours, ideal for families.

Alsace Wine Route

1 hr via Colmar

Colmar and the Alsace Wine Route are 1 hour away. Picturesque villages, tasting cellars, Alsatian cuisine and Christmas markets in winter.

Remiremont

25 minutes

A charming Vosges town with medieval arcades, an abbey and a traditional market. Shops, restaurants and events all year round.

Vosges villages

Nearby

Le Ménil and the surrounding villages have kept their authentic Vosges character, with pink sandstone houses and local traditions.

Local food

La Bresse, Remiremont

Munster cheese, quiche lorraine, sauerkraut, kirsch, mirabelle plums... Discover the flavours of the Vosges and Alsace in local restaurants and markets.

Events & Festivals

All year round

Christmas markets in Gérardmer, the Fantasy Film Festival, the Lake Festival... The Vosges calendar is full of events all year round.

Distances from the chalet

Larcenaire 10 min
Hautes-Mynes, Le Thillot 10 min
La Bresse-Hohneck 20 min
Ballon d'Alsace 25 min
Lake Gérardmer 30 min
Remiremont 25 min
Lake Longemer 35 min
Remiremont station 20 km