Cycling through the valley of the lock-keepers between Alsace and Lorraine

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Duration

2 days 1 night

Minimum

2 persons

Level

Moderate

About this getaway

Electric-assist bicycles and a range of activities on the Eurovélo 5 greenway

100% car-free

This bucolic spot, at the gateway to Alsace, will delight you with its calm surroundings and relaxing landscapes.
If you're looking to unwind, you'll find here, between the blue of the water and the green of the forest, an atmosphere conducive to active regeneration!

Between Alsace and Lorraine, discover the charms of the beautiful town of Saverne on foot, by bike or by boat.
Visit the sumptuous Château des Rohan and its marina.
Then take a cool, effortless ride on your electrically-assisted bike through the Vallée des Eclusiers on the Eurovélo 5 route.
Numerous craftsmen's and artists' houses brighten up your journey to the Arzviller inclined plane, a curiosity unique in France.

Practical information

To put in your backpack:

Clothing suitable for a wide range of sports.
One water bottle per person.
Cap.
Sun cream.
Rainwear

A supplement of €10 per person is charged on certain public holidays.

Program/Itinerary

Arrive Saverne at 2pm: check into your hotel or bed & breakfast (depending on number of people).
Discover Saverne on foot, visit the Château des Rohan and climb to the gloriette for a 360° view of the town, Saverne marina and the Northern Vosges. On certain dates, you can sample a craft beer at the summit. Geocatching available in town for children via an app.
5pm: Rental (1 hour, max. 4 people) of a vintage electric boat without a license at Saverne's marina, and cruise in front of the magnificent Château des Rohan. Aperitif available on board (see options).
Return to town and choice of restaurant: typical cellar or canal-side terrace (not included).
Overnight stay.

Breakfast.
Leave your luggage at reception.
Depart on foot for the 14th-century Gothic cloister of the Récollets (one of the most beautiful in Alsace), where your electrically-assisted bicycles will be waiting for you.
10:00 am: We're off for a safe, bucolic 20 km ride along the Marne au Rhin canal, alternating sun and shade. You'll leave Alsace for a few KM and enter Lorraine. Along the way, you'll have plenty of opportunities to visit delightful lock houses transformed into artists' residences, and discover protected biodiversity. Admire Lutzelbourg castle. Stops for children (benches, donkeys, playground, locks and moving boats) and the opportunity to climb the cliff, a little adventure for children.
Lunch (not included) either at the crêperie at lock no. 2, or on the way back at the Brasserie on the other bank, facing a magnificent panorama and tasting a craft beer made on the premises. Then on to the Arzviller lake, where you can admire from afar the boat elevator, the only one of its kind in France (visit not included), which enables boats to cross the Vosges threshold and avoid 17 locks!
4-5pm: Return to Saverne to return your bikes.
End of your journey.

Included

1 night's accommodation in Saverne (½ double occupancy) in a comfortable hotel or equivalent B&B.
Breakfast.
Entrance to the Palais de Rohan and access to the gazebo with 1 beer per adult (depending on dates).
Geocatching in the city for kids (app).
1-hour rental of an electric boat without a license.
Rental of a ½-day electrically-assisted adult bike with safety equipment. Please note that children's bikes are not electrically assisted!
A precise roadbook of the attractions on the circuit and recommendations of the direction to take.

Plus

The return trip to Saverne.
Meals other than breakfast.
Cancellation insurance.
Everything not listed under "Included".

Level

Moderate

Participants min

2 persons

Location

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Francoise G.

11/09/2024

Les Allées des Éclusiers is a unique experience!

A 1st class organization which allowed us a dream holiday. Everything was perfect! The hotel, the choice of activities, the preparations. I highly recommend the Allées des Éclusiers stay in Saverne with the Traces des Vosges du Nord organization.

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Our trips are available on request for individuals or small groups, and on the dates of your choice.

Please allow 15 days for optimal preparation of your getaway.

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- Supplement for children over 5 (max. 2 children). Price per child(50 €)
- Additional night with breakfast in Saverne (per person)(€75)
- Aperitif or picnic on the boat (per person)(30 €)
- 1H additional boat (fixed price)(40 €)

Total

169 €

Offer

Why book with us?

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation 30 days before the activity (except €30 handling fee)
Eco-responsible

Car-free travel (Saverne station)
Slow tourism