Things to do

Things to do around Le Fournil

Halfway between Épinal and Gérardmer, Docelles makes a great base: lakes and ridges for walkers, waterfalls and a theme park for the children, and a historic town for rainy days.

2 minutes on foot
The Vosges forest
It starts at the end of the lane.
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Fir, beech and moss as far as the eye can see. Mushrooms in autumn, cool shade in summer, peace and quiet all year round.
5 minutes by car
Cheniménil riding centre
Horse riding, five minutes away.
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Guided or independent rides, for beginners and experienced riders alike. Booking recommended.
10 minutes by car
The Tendon waterfalls
A tall waterfall deep in the forest.
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A short woodland walk takes you to the foot of the Grande Cascade; the smaller one is hidden a little further on. Lovely on a hot day.
20 minutes by car
The Imagerie d’Épinal
The famous Épinal prints, made here since 1796.
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A museum and a working print shop where you can watch the colourful prints being made and stencilled by hand. Then wander through Épinal, past the basilica and up to the castle park.
30 minutes by car
Lake Gérardmer
The largest natural lake in the Vosges.
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Swimming and pedalos in summer, and a 6 km path all the way round. In winter, the ski slopes are just above the town.
30 minutes by car
Fraispertuis City
The Vosges theme park, Wild West style.
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Roller coasters, a mine train and rides for little ones: a day out the whole family will agree on. Check opening days before you go.
40 minutes by car
The Hautes-Vosges sweet factory
Vosges sweets, made before your eyes.
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In Plainfaing, watch sugar bubbling in copper pans, then taste the results. A sweet outing for all ages.
50 minutes by car
The Hohneck
1,363 m, one of the finest viewpoints in the range.
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On a clear day the view stretches along the ridges, across Alsace and sometimes as far as the Alps. Upland pastures, chamois and farm inns along the way. In winter, skiing and snowshoeing at Gérardmer and La Bresse.