1 – Admire the landscapes and the beauty of nature in spring

Located west of Gérardmer and southeast of Épinal, the Remiremont Plombières region offers a perfect blend of plains, valleys, and mountains. On the Vosges Mountains side, fir forests alternate with fields of daffodils and other spring flowers. On the other side, deciduous forests display magnificent shades of green and invite leisurely walks.

It's the perfect season for a family outing to enjoy this renewal. In Saint-Nabord, children will particularly enjoy the walk around the Étang de la Demoiselle and its peat bog, with its many things to discover thanks to the interpretive panels.

Don't miss the awakening of nature in our unique gardens. In Plombières-les-Bains, the Terraced Gardens can be explored freely all year round. In Girmont-Val-d'Ajol, the edible forest, Une Figue dans le Poirier (A Fig in the Pear Tree), welcomes you from May onwards.

2 – Discover the 3 hidden waterfalls of the Vosges Mountains

In spring, the waterfalls of the Vosges are at the height of their beauty! The melting snow and the rains of the beginning of the year have filled them with water: in their green setting, they offer a magnificent spectacle to the soothing sound of the water.

On holiday in the Secret Vosges? Impossible to miss our 3 remarkable waterfalls: the Faymont and Géhard waterfalls in Val-d'Ajol, as well as the Miraumont waterfall in Saint-Étienne-lès-Remiremont.

Discover our dedicated article to learn more about these Vosges waterfalls accessible by hiking.

3 – Hop on your bike and explore the mountain bike trails and the greenway

After these few winter months, we can't sit still! Come on, let's get our bikes out, pump up the tires and go for a ride!

Are you more into mountain biking and forest trails? Explore the FFC-certified mountain bike trails starting from the Vosges Secrètes Mountain Bike Stadium in Remiremont. Whether you're a beginner or already experienced, there are routes for all levels!

Prefer gentler cycling routes? Then head to the Hautes-Vosges greenway ! Starting from the Remiremont lake, this multi-activity trail will take you either through the Moselle valley to Bussang, or through the Moselotte valley to Cornimont. Whichever route you choose, you'll be treated to breathtaking views of our beautiful Vosges mountains.

For your next outing, check out our mountain bike and hybrid bike rental rates , with or without electric assistance.

4 – Explore the hiking trails and admire the view

If hiking is more your style than cycling, lace up your boots, grab your map, and head out to explore our trails! In spring, we especially appreciate hikes that take us to higher elevations. Let yourself be amazed by the Saint-Mont in the Fossard massif, the Cucherons in Vecoux, the Vierge-du-Mai in Dommartin-lès-Remiremont, or the Feuillée Nouvelle in Val-d'Ajol. At the summit, bathed in sunshine, you'll be rewarded with breathtaking views of the mountains and nature awakening.

For your next hiking holiday in the Secret Vosges, a stone's throw from Alsace and resorts like Gérardmer and La Bresse, find and book your accommodation now.

5 – Take the time to (re)discover the local heritage

But spring, with its beautifully flowered villages and rising temperatures, is also the ideal season to (re)discover local heritage! In Remiremont, the tour guides from the tourist office offer numerous guided tours focusing on the history and architecture of Remiremont.

To continue your exploration of heritage, don't miss a visit to the Charles Friry and Charles de Bruyères museums.

And you, what is your favorite activity in the Vosges in the spring?