Vosges du Nord Regional Nature Park
Generous biodiversity and a rich heritage
Created in 1975, the Parc naturel régional des Vosges du Nord covers 111 communes split between the Bas-Rhin and Moselle departments. It stretches over 127,000 hectares in a triangle between Wissembourg, Sarreguemines and Saverne.
Located on the frontiere of the Massif Vosgien, this classified Biosphere Reserve is characterised by the diversity of its natural landscapes and traditional villages.
The Vosges du Nord Regional Nature Park is home to rich fauna and flora, such as lynx, falcons and orchids, and varied natural environments.
The area is criss-crossed by the Maginot Line and dotted with 35 fortified castles, museums, archaeological sites and a typical architectural heritage: half-timbered houses, pink stone walls and traditional roofs. These buildings bear witness to a rich history of craftsmanship, industry and culture. Among the emblematic sites of the Vosges du Nord Regional Nature Park, you'll have the opportunity to visit:
- The Lalique museum in Wingen-Sur-Moder
- La maison rurale de l'Outre-Forêt à Kutzenhausen, centre d'interprétation du patrimoine, découverte des arts et traditions populaires
- La Fabrique à Bretzels par Boehli à Gundershoffen: come and discover all the secrets of the recipe for this Alsatian apéro cél bre géteau
- Le Royal Palace Music-Hall à Kirrwiller
- Le musée de la Pottery à Betschdorf
- Le Fort de Schoenenbourg à Hunspach
Don't miss the spa town of Niederbonn-Les-Bains either.
The national brand Valeur Parc naturel régional promotes short circuits, local know-how and economic activities that respect the area: agriculture, forêt, crafts, glassmaking, sustainable tourism…