Vosges Holiday Accommodation

 

Vosges is in the Lorraine Region it borders the Rhine valley and the black forest, millions of years the central section of the mountain range collapsed leaving only the edges of the range, the Vosges to the west and the black Forest to the east, this region has a landscape that changes from rugged crags to gently sloping plateaux to the Lorraine uplands, Like the Black Forest, the Vosges has forests on the gentle lower slopes with open pastures and rounded summits in the higher regions. The mountains are snow capped until spring, and in summer, the open countryside is ideal for walking and cycling and many other outdoor sports, this region is beautiful all year round. It is famous for its wine routes and pretty medieval villages with timbered houses, rustic wilderness, thermal spring spas. Here you will find a region Steeped in history, having a bloody and turbulent past with constant alternation between French and German occupancy, today the region boasts an amalgamation of styles, architecture and cuisine producing over the many centuries local specialities, which can not be found in any other region, producing a sumptuous delight for all the family. here is picture book Europe full of the Grimm’s' Brothers tale setting of witches, goblins, trolls and wolves that prowl the dark forests and ancient villages, providing a delight for any child what ever your age see if you can find your favourite fairy tail character hiding in the forest or great Castles here Épinal capital of the Vosges It is situated on the Moselle river, 60 km south of Nancy, the old town is known for its parks and gardens.

 

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