The All Saints half-term is one of the best windows to discover La Bresse: blazing forests, morning mists, mountain inn by the fire, baskets of mushrooms. Here is the ideal programme for this in-between season.
Autumn, a well-kept secret
At All Saints, footfall is low, the landscapes are stunning and the prices soft. The Vosges forest dresses in gold and copper, the beeches rivalling the firs.
For a full panorama, see autumn in La Bresse.
Idea 1: walk in the beech woods
- Sentier des Roches
- Lac des Corbeaux loop in a fiery setting
- Cornimont forest and Travexin area
- Hohneck ridges when the weather allows
Idea 2: mushroom picking
It is peak season. See mushroom picking for species, rules and areas.
Idea 3: gourmet mountain inn
Steaming tofailles, melting munster, summer bilberry tart preserved: Vosges cooking is made for autumn. See mountain inns around La Bresse.
Idea 4: red deer rut
If you arrive at the start of the holidays, the rut sometimes lasts into mid-October. See Vosges wildlife.
Idea 5: spa and wellness
Autumn is the ideal season for a wellness weekend. See spa and wellness for couples in the Vosges and Nordic bath chalets.
Idea 6: visit Gérardmer
Lake loop on foot or by bike, lakeside tasting. See Gérardmer pearl of the Vosges.
Idea 7: walks with pram or baby
Lac de Lispach, the greenway and the wider trails are perfect. See La Bresse with a baby.
Idea 8: museums and heritage in the rain
- Bressaude sweet shop
- Textile heritage in Cornimont, see authentic Cornimont
- Guided heritage tours of the Vosges in Remiremont
Idea 9: autumn markets
- Thursday market in La Bresse
- Hautes Vosges craft markets, see Hautes Vosges craft markets
Idea 10: chalet rest day
Reading, board games, raclette by the wood stove. That is also what holidays are for.
Suggested 4-day programme
- Day 1: arrival plus Lac de Lispach walk
- Day 2: Hohneck or Route des Crêtes
- Day 3: mountain inn plus mushrooms
- Day 4: spa plus Gérardmer or departure
Good to know
- Winter tyres recommended (M+S minimum)
- Sunrise around 8am, sunset around 6.30pm
- Morning mist common, magic light around 10am
- Cold at altitude: layered clothing
- Many outdoor activities close mid-November
Plan your All Saints stay
All Saints is the perfect time for a cosy chalet break. Discover our chalets in La Bresse with wood stove, sauna or jacuzzi to enjoy the late season.
Frequently asked questions
Is there snow already at All Saints?
Possible at altitude (Hohneck, ridges), rare in the valley. The lifts are not yet running.
Which winter activities are open?
Most winter activities only start mid-December. All Saints is autumn season, not ski season.
Are the mountain inns open?
Many are, until mid-November. Check before you go: some close as early as the end of October.
What weather to expect?
Variable: mild days at 12 to 18 degrees C or cool ones at 4 to 8 depending on the year. Frequent morning mist.
Are prices softer?
Yes, generally, except during All Saints' week itself when chalets fill quickly.