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The “Ballon d’Alsace”
The ballon d’Alsace is proud to offer four well-marked seasons : the warm colours of Autumn follow the soft green of Spring and the brighter green of Summer. Finally the pure white of Winter puts an end to this wide range of colours when you can take advantage of the Alpine or Nordic ski- resorts and of the various activities at your disposal:dog sledding, toboggan runs, snowshoes…)
Nice and unforgettable walks on marked trails await you .Gorgeous panoramas over valleys open up as well as numerous ponds ,mountain lakes , and rivers with pure water rivers.Located in the Parc Naturel des Ballons des Vosges, the Ballon d’Alsace is also a listed site renowned for its landscapes and its exceptional environment.
In this gren setting, along the paths , you will come across quaint flowered villages with a rich rural heritage .
The fauna and flora as well as places of special natural interest are protected by the nature reserve of the Ballons Comtois.The restaurateurs will make you enjoy local gastronomy with recipes from Lorraine , Alsace or Franche Comté.
The Ballon d’Alsace is located between three regions(Franche Comté, Alsace and Lorraine) and four « départements »(Territire de Belfort, Haute-Saône, Haut-Rhin and Vosges).
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