Discovering Alsace with kids

In today’s fast-paced world, family life can often feel like a never-ending race — between work, school, and daily routines, it’s not always easy to truly slow down together. Our cosy cabins are the perfect place to reconnect as a family, far away from screens and schedules. Whether you’re coming with little adventurers eager to explore the forest or teens who need a digital break, Nutchel offers the space and calm you need to simply enjoy time together. Discover below how to make the most of your holidays in the Alsace with kids and create memories that will last long after your stay in the woods.

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Our top 3 best activities around Nutchel Alsace per season

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What are the best family activities to do 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 entire family.
• Visit the Jean-Frédéric Oberlin Museum (15 min drive): Learn everything about this free-spirited pastor in this unique museum, where kids and grown-ups are 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 kid-friendly kick with a river cruise on the Ill river.

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What are the best family activities to do in Alsace in summer?

• Try out a barefoot walk with Sens'Hasel (30 min drive): Let your kids 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 summer holidays with your kids.
• 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, for kids and grown ups alike!

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What are the best family activities to do 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 the kids will love.
• The Monkey Mountain & Eagle Sanctuary (45 min drive): Close to Kintzheim, these two family-friendly parks combine fun with learning about nature and animals.
• Easy forest walks (10–30 min drive): The Vosges foothills are full of family-friendly 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 and is practicable with a stroller as well.

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What are the best family activities to do 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 kids' age, try out cross-country skiing in a natural winter wonderland environment, or have some fun on the 2 sledding track of the domain.
• Visit the Museum of Toys in Colmar (55 min drive): Discover the history of toys thanks to the impressive collection of more than 1000 toys from the 19th century to today in this interactive museum. Your kids will absolutely love it!

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A holiday with kids at Nutchel Alsace: Are the Nutchel cosy cabins kids-friendly?

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Living in a cabin in the woods, even for a few days, is with no doubt a great adventure for your kids. Something they probably have never experienced before. At Nutchel, we love to make our little guests feel like they belong in our forest village Nutchel Alsace. And to make it as easy as possible for you as a parent to navigate your holiday with kids.

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Which cabin in the woods to choose for a holiday with kids?

For your holiday with kids 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 families on a holiday with a dog, as these are our dog-friendly cabins
• The Canopy or the Nest cabins: if you are a family that loves a 180° view on nature from a rooftop
• The Classic Hot Tub cabin: if you are a family in need of a extra dose of relaxation. The 38°C private hot tub awaits on your terrace!

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

• Build a small hut for the forest fairies and elves at our Fairy Shack nearby the Cosy Chalet
• 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, there are even toys!
• Organize colouring workshops to leave a trace of your holidays with kids in your cabin in the woods thanks to the dedicated creativity wall
• Cuddle next to the woodstove to keep each other warm during the colder evenings with a romantic atmosphere
• Bring your kids to play on the playground, only 5 minutes away by walk from the forest village

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

Yes, Nutchel cosy cabins are designed to make your family holiday 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 cooking family 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

If you are coming with a baby or toddler, and want to travel with as little luggage as possible, we've got you covered too! We recommend you to book our baby package before your arrival. We will then provide you with a baby bed and a baby chair.

What to bring to make yourstay even smoother:

• Towels and toiletries
• Comfortable clothes and warm layers for evenings by the fire
• Rain gear or boots for little explorers
• Groceries for your meals — or simply pre-order one of our food baskets

At Nutchel, you don’t need much to live a lot. Your family 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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