GERMANY & FRANCE
BLACK FOREST, ALSACE, CHAMPAGNE

In Germany we explore the beautiful southern Black Forest. Menzenschwand, a traditional Black Forest village is the ideal place for walking. Our path leads us through those dark evergreens, broken only by clear mountain lakes and farms.

The Alsace is a region blessed with a wealth of beautiful scenery, culture, art and famous cuisine. Its heritage dates back to Celtic, Gallic, Roman, Germanic and Alemannic periods. The storybook villages with the famous half-timbered houses, the romantic castle ruins and the legendary Wine Route make Alsace a fascinating place for walking. It is the home of pretzels, baeckeoffe and tarte flambée and few white wines in the world can match Gewuerztraminer for finesse and breeding.

Champagne is a region in northeastern France and the Champenois vineyards are planted only with Pinot Noir, Pinot Meunier, and Chardonnay by law. The Champagne vineyards stretch as far as the eye can see over rolling hillsides, dotted with picturesque villages.

Behind these billions of fine bubbles is a long history and it wasn't until the late 17th century that the tart wines of Champagne became sparkling wines.

Our walk in takes us through the vineyards and villages of the Champagne region where you will discover monuments and testimonies of a long and glorious past.

Our Hotels & Cuisine

In the Black Forest we stay in the picturesque village of Menzenschwand. Our charming hotel is situated in one of the most beautiful locations, next to a nature reserve!! Typically German, the day starts with a comprehensive healthy breakfast buffet with sparkling wine and the wellness area with heated indoor pool is a perfect place to relax after a day of walking. In the evening you can round off the day with a glass of red wine in the cosy lounge or on the terrace.

The restaurant has a wonderful view and a wide selection of regional dishes and seasonal specialities. On the sunny terrace you can enjoy a cup of coffee and a slice of original Black Forest cake or some “Vespers”.

Our hotel in Alsace is in the heart of Obernai, one of the most beautiful villages in the region. It is known for its elegant style with all the latest amenities including an outdoor pool. The hotel restaurant has a wonderful reputation for its excellent cuisine and our chef’s fine cooking really lets the flavours of his ingredients shine through.

Set in the heart of the Champagne region, famous the world over for its delicious sparkling wines, our hotel is surrounded by the magnificent landscapes of the regional nature reserve. It has a warm and friendly atmosphere and has been carefully restored to combine the character of the past with modern comforts. In the evening we enjoy delicious dinners prepared with local delicacies.

Tour combination

Departure dates have been arranged to allow both "A Taste of Europe" and "Peer Gynt’s Trail" walks to be combined.