Discovering Alsace with friends

In today’s fast-paced world, it’s not always easy to find time to truly slow down and reconnect with friends. Between work, busy schedules and everyday commitments, shared moments often feel too short. Our Cosy Cabins offer the perfect setting for a getaway with friends, far away from screens, noise and routines.

Whether you’re planning long walks in the forest, cosy evenings by the wood stove or simply enjoying good food and deep conversations, Nutchel gives you the space and calm to fully enjoy time together. Discover below how to make the most of a stay in Alsace with friends and create unforgettable memories in the heart of nature.

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Our top 3 best activities around Nutchel Alsace per season

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What are the best activities to do with friends in Alsace in spring?

• Take a gentle hike in the Vosges foothills (20 min drive): Witness the nature awakening from the inside, as you walk in the forests which cover the Vosges mountains with your friends.
• Visit the Jean-Frédéric Oberlin Museum (15 min drive): Learn everything about this free-spirited pastor in this unique museum, where you will be invited to perceive, listen, read, build, reason, feel, instead of passively looking at an object or image.
• Go visit Strasbourg from the Ill river (55 min drive): There are so many things to see in Strasbourg! The ever-changing capital city of Alsace is particularly beautiful with its blooming trees in spring. Give your tour an extra kick with a river cruise on the Ill river.

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What are the best activities to do with friends in Alsace in summer?

• Try out a barefoot walk with Sens'Hasel (30 min drive): Discover nature in the most original way possible! Tread fresh grass, cross obstacles such as tree trunks, cool the feet in the river and discover the sensation of natural materials (mud, hay, sand, tree bark or pine cones… )This 400m trail has 12 information panels on different topics related to fauna and flora.
• Refresh yourselves in a local waterfall (40–50 min drive): The local waterfalls, including the Serva waterfall, are the best place to stay cool during summer and spend a funny and fresh moment during a summer stay with friends.
• Go tree climbing at the Parc Alsace Aventure (25 min drive): Take on your wild side and try out a large range of activities in the middle of nature!

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What are the best activities to do with friends in Alsace in autumn?

• Pumpkin festivals & autumn markets (30–50 min drive): Many villages in Alsace celebrate the harvest season with pumpkin-themed events, local crafts, and sweet treats you will love.
• The Monkey Mountain & Eagle Sanctuary (45 min drive): Close to Kintzheim, these two parks combine fun with learning about nature and animals.
• Forest walks (10–30 min drive): The Vosges foothills are full of hiking trails! Collect colourful leaves, chestnuts, or simply enjoy the crisp autumn air. You may want to start by the Nutchel fitness circuit, which is right across the road of Nutchel Alsace.

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What are the best family activities to do with friends in Alsace in winter?

• Visit the world famous Christmas market in Strasbourg (55 min drive): Discover the Capital City of Christmas during the holiday season and take a deep dive into the holiday spirit with the dazzling lights and warm traditions of the oldest Christmas market in France.
• Experience winter sports at the Champ du Feu ski station (15 min drive): depending on your level, try out cross-country skiing in a natural winter wonderland environment, or have some fun on the 2 sledding track of the domain.
• Enjoy a wine tasting along the Alsace Wine Route (45–60 min drive): Discover some of the region’s most renowned vineyards and cellars and share a convivial wine tasting with your friends. From crisp Rieslings to aromatic Gewurztraminers, it’s the perfect way to experience Alsace’s rich terroir and warm hospitality, especially cosy during the winter season.

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Are the Nutchel cosy cabins ideal for a getaway with friends?

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Living in a cabin in the woods, even for a few days, is with no doubt a great adventure with your friends! Something you probably have never experienced before. At Nutchel, we love makeing our guests feel at home in our Forest Village.

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Which cabin in the woods to choose for a stay with friends?

For your trip with friends in a cabin in the woods in Alsace, we recommend you to book a cosy cabin with enough room, so that everyone can find their own space. Most of our Cosy Cabins can welcome at least 4 people, and some can even go up to 6 people. Depending on your needs, here are our recommendations:

• The Classic for 4 or Classic for 6 cabins: for the friends on a holiday with a dog, as these are our dog-friendly cabins
• The Canopy or the Nest cabins: if you love a 180° view on nature from a rooftop
• The Classic Hot Tub cabin: if you are in need of a extra dose of relaxation. Your private, electrically heated hot tub (38°C) awaits you on the terrace and is easy to use.

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What are the best activities to do with friends at Nutchel Alsace?

• Grill marshmallows on the campfire and prepare s'mores with your kids in the afternoon. Warning: a sugar rush is very much possible!
• Play with the board- and outdoor games available for free at the Cosy Chalet. And that's for all ages and tastes!
• Share long conversations by the wood stove or in your private hot tub, while enjoying a glass of Crémant.
• Book the sauna for a relaxing wellness session with friends, just a few minutes’ walk from your cabin.

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What amenities are included in the Nutchel cosy cabins, and what should you bring for your stay?

Yes, Nutchel cosy cabins are designed to make your friends getaway both comfortable and adventurous. Each cabin in the woods in Alsace combines simplicity, comfort, and a touch of wilderness — so you can focus on what really matters: spending quality time together.

Every cabin includes:

• A fully equipped kitchen with all the essentials for meals
• A wood-burning stove for cozy evenings by the fire (wood provided!)
• Comfortable beds with soft duvets and pillows
• A private bathroom with a hot shower (towels included for everyone!)
• A large outdoor area with a picnic table, and gas BBQ, perfect for outdoor dining!
• Electricity and running water, but no Wi-Fi to help everyone truly disconnect

What to bring to make your stay even smoother:

• Toiletries
• Comfortable clothes and warm layers for evenings by the fire
• Rain gear or boots for adventurers
• Groceries for your meals, or simply pre-order one of our food baskets

At Nutchel, you don’t need much to live a lot. You will find comfort in the essentials, joy in the simplicity, and memories in every shared moment, from lighting the stove together to stargazing before bedtime.

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