Summer at Cabanes Nids des Vosges

Summer at Cabanes Nids des Vosges: when the Vosges mountains become the best place on Earth!

Some summers are spent on sun loungers, with sticky heat and noise. And then there are Vosges summers: the ones where you can truly breathe. Perched at an altitude of 811 meters on the Champdray plateau, Cabanes Nids des Vosges offer something rare and precious in summer: the cool mountain air, the golden light of the Vosges, the silence of the fir trees, and a starry sky you no longer see in the city.

Here's why summer in our cabins is a season like no other.

Coolness, the ultimate luxury of a Vosges summer

At an altitude of 811 meters, temperatures remain mild even during heatwaves that overwhelm the plains. When Strasbourg, Colmar, or Nancy approach 35°C, Champdray comfortably shows 22°C in the shade of the fir trees. A constant breeze, a dense forest, air that smells of resin and damp earth: the Vosges mountains are naturally air-conditioned.

For our Alsatian, Lorraine, and Luxembourg neighbors fleeing urban heatwaves, the Vosges are the clear choice. And for those coming from further afield, it's a striking discovery: you don't expect to find so much coolness and greenery so close to home.

Sleeping in the trees under the Vosges stars

Summer nights in the Vosges are an invitation to look up. Far from any light pollution, the sky above the Champdray plateau reveals stars you had forgotten to look for. From the terrace of your treehouse, with a chilled glass of Crémant d'Alsace, it's a spectacle that needs no commentary.

Our Luxury cabins equipped with a private heated Nordic bath offer an additional experience: lounging in the 37°C warm water after nightfall, under the stars and the canopy of fir trees. A suspended moment, difficult to describe, easy to never forget.

Hiking from your cabin

In summer, the Vosges trails are at their most beautiful. Hiking trails start directly from the estate: no car needed, no logistics! The forest paths of the Champdray plateau lead to ridges, panoramic views, and surrounding villages, with levels accessible to everyone, from the youngest age.

To go further, Our guides offer forest bathing sessions from April to October : a guided sensory immersion in the Vosges forest, at nature's pace. An experience that transforms a simple walk into a true moment of reconnection. By reservation, €150 per group of 1 to 6 people.

Lake Gérardmer

In summer, Lake Gérardmer is a must-visit. Kayaking, paddleboarding, sailing, supervised swimming: the watersports center brings the shores to life from morning. The more athletic can head to the Acro'Sphère treetop adventure courses or the mountain bike trails of the Hautes-Vosges. The more contemplative simply settle by the water's edge, facing the forest's reflections.

As for the children, they'll be spoilt for choice: between the estate's playground, the treasure hunt in the woods, and the treetop adventure course in Gérardmer, summer in the Vosges is a continuous adventure.

The flavors of the Vosges summer

Summer is also the perfect season for local producers. Our local dinner baskets are filled with the best the Vosges has to offer: aged Munster cheese, artisanal charcuterie, wild blueberry tarts, forest terrines... Everything is delivered to the foot of your cabin, hoisted up by rope if you wish, for an evening on the terrace above the canopy.

As for drinks, our menu highlights Alsatian wines: Pinot Gris from Domaine Dirringer, chilled Crémant d'Alsace, or champagne for special occasions. The Vosges sunset is a reward in itself, but it's also worth celebrating.

The Berchigranges Garden and cultural getaways

Summer is the ideal season to visit the Berchigranges Garden, nearby, when the blooms reach their peak. On the other side of the ridges, Alsace and its half-timbered villages welcome visitors with unparalleled charm. The Wine Route, the castles, the museums of Colmar and Strasbourg: everything is there, less than two hours away, for a day trip before returning to sleep among the trees.

Why choose the Vosges over the sea this summer?

Because the sea means crowds, heat, and traffic jams. And because the Vosges offers calm, coolness, and untouched nature...And a treehouse awaits you in the evening. Just 1h50 from Strasbourg, 1h20 from Colmar, 1h20 from Nancy, and 2h30 from Luxembourg, Cabanes Nids des Vosges invites you to an unforgettable treehouse experience.

Your Vosges summer begins here. Your nest awaits you.