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In the Heart of the Forest
Obersteigen, Wangenburg-Engenthal · Alsace
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A house to get together, in Obersteigen
Au Cœur de la Forêt sleeps up to 12 people in Obersteigen, in the commune of Wangenbourg-Engenthal, between the forests and hills of the Vosges.
It is a house made for reunions. Outside, a 3,200 m² enclosed garden leaves room for everyone: a bioclimatic pergola for meals in the open air, a pétanque court for games that go on and on, and a playhouse and swing for the youngest.
Inside, a fully equipped kitchen for big shared meals, billiards, table football and a table tennis table for fun, and evenings by the fire when the days turn cooler.
Cyclists will appreciate the lockable store for bikes and other equipment: everything can be put away safely after rides on the roads and trails of the Vosges.
When you arrive, the beds are made and bathrobes for the adults are waiting for you: all you have to do is put down your bags and enjoy.
A day here
For a day in Obersteigen.
In the morning
A coffee under the pergola, facing the garden, while the house slowly wakes up.
During the day
A walk in the forest, a visit to a castle or a village, or simply a day in the garden between the playhouse and pétanque.
Late afternoon
Back at the house: a game of billiards or table football, and the big table being laid.
In the evening
A long dinner all together, then some time by the fire to round off the evening.
Ideal for
- Family holidays
- Weekend with friends
- Family reunion or cousins’ get-together
- Birthday
- Nature and hiking break
- Festive season
The spaces
Inside, outside: room for everyone.
Outside
A large 3,200 m² enclosed garden where everyone finds their spot: the table under the bioclimatic pergola for lunch in the shade or dinner in the warmer months, the pétanque court for friendly challenges, and the playhouse and swing for the children.
- 3,200 m² enclosed garden
- Bioclimatic pergola
- Pétanque court
- Playhouse and swing
Inside
A kitchen equipped for big gatherings, a games corner with billiards and table football, and evenings by the fire after your walks. Two bathrooms and a separate WC make life easier for a group.
- Fully equipped kitchen
- Billiards and table football
- Table tennis table
- Two bathrooms, one with WC
- A separate WC
Tour
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Amenities
Everything you need to enjoy.
Outdoors
- 3,200 m² enclosed garden
- Bioclimatic pergola
- Pétanque court
- Playhouse and swing
- Lockable store for bikes and other equipment
Living together and leisure
- Fully equipped kitchen
- Billiards and table football
- Table tennis table
- Wi-Fi
Comfort
- Beds made on arrival and bathrobes for adults
- Two bathrooms, one with WC
- A separate WC
All the amenities, room by room
Kitchen13
- Hob and extractor hood
- Oven
- Microwave
- Fridge
- Dishwasher
- Coffee maker
- Kettle
- Toaster
- Pressure cooker
- Plancha griddle
- Crêpe maker
- Raclette set
- Crockery for the whole table
Bathrooms4
- Shower
- Hairdryer and mirror
- Toiletries
- Bathrobes for adults provided
Living area and comfort3
- Lounge with sofa
- Wi-Fi box
- Safe
Leisure and storage3
- Billiards and table football
- Table tennis table
- Lockable store for bikes and other equipment
Practical information
Good to know before you come.
Pets
Dogs are welcome: one dog per stay, 15 kg maximum, with a supplement of €15 per night. Please mention it in your request.
Cleaning
End-of-stay cleaning is available as an option for €150. Without this option, the house must be left clean and tidy, as you found it.
Security deposit
A security deposit of €1,500 is required on arrival. It is returned after departure, minus any damage noted during the check-out inspection.
Booking
The booking is confirmed upon signing the rental contract and paying a deposit (arrhes) of 30% of the price of the stay. The balance is due 30 days before arrival. If the guest cancels, the deposit is kept by the owner; if the owner cancels, they refund twice the deposit. The tourist tax is added to the price of the stay.
In accordance with Article L. 221-28 of the French Consumer Code, the rental of holiday accommodation for specific dates is not subject to the 14-day right of withdrawal.
Getting there
Getting here in Obersteigen.
A car is recommended
The holiday home is in a village in the Vosges: a car is the most practical way to get here and explore the area.
Strasbourg
About 45 minutes by car.
Strasbourg Airport
About 40 to 45 minutes by car.
Nearest train stations
Saverne and Lutzelbourg.
Approximate times, depending on traffic and season.
Around the holiday home
To explore close by.
Forests, waterfalls and castles: a few ideas for outings nearby. Find all of Alsace on our Explore page.
Nideck waterfall and castle
Oberhaslach
A waterfall of some twenty metres tumbling down a cliff, below the ruins of a castle linked to a famous legend of giants. A must-do forest walk in the area.
The Donon
Bruche valley
An iconic summit of the Vosges crowned by a small temple, with a wide panorama over Alsace and Lorraine. Hiking in summer, snowshoeing in winter.
Col de Saverne botanical garden
Saverne
A garden on the edge of the forest, known for its wild orchids in spring, its peat bogs and ferns. A peaceful, quiet walk to combine with Haut-Barr castle.
Wangenbourg castle
Wangenburg-Engenthal
The ruins of a medieval castle overlooking the valley, in the holiday home’s own commune.
Haut-Barr castle and Saverne
Saverne
Nicknamed “the eye of Alsace”, Haut-Barr castle is perched on sandstone rocks above Saverne, home of the Rohan castle.
Saint-Étienne abbey church, Marmoutier
Marmoutier
One of the finest Romanesque façades in Alsace, in pink sandstone, with a Silbermann organ inside. An easy stop on the way to Saverne.
In the footsteps of de Gaulle and the 5th Army
Wangenburg-Engenthal
During the “Phoney War”, the 5th Army headquarters moved into the village, with Colonel de Gaulle. An exhibition and memorial trails tell this little-known story, just a stone’s throw from the holiday home.
Cave du Roi Dagobert (wine cellar)
Traenheim
A cooperative winery on the Wine Route, very close to the holiday home, where you can taste a wide range of Alsace wines and crémants.
The Freudeneck
Wangenburg-Engenthal
A hotel-restaurant very close to the holiday home: traditional, market-fresh cuisine, fresh local produce, in an Alsatian setting with exposed beams.
Restaurant du Parc Hotel
Wangenburg-Engenthal
A refined restaurant in the Alsatian tradition, a stone’s throw from the holiday home. Ideal for dinner without having to drive.
Auberge du Windsbourg
Wangenburg-Engenthal
A village inn, for a simple, friendly meal after a day’s hiking.
Auberge du Château
Wangenburg-Engenthal
Traditional Alsatian cuisine in Wangenbourg-Engenthal, very close to the holiday home.
At the Vieux Beech
Wangenburg-Engenthal
A restaurant in the Wangenbourg-Engenthal area, very close to the holiday home.
Hostellerie Saint-Florent
Oberhaslach
A hotel-restaurant in the Hasel valley, handy on the way back from the Nideck waterfall.
To the Hunter
Birkenwald (Sommerau)
A hotel-restaurant in Birkenwald, a small village next to the Mossig valley.
Rocher de Dabo (Dabo rock)
Dabo (Moselle)
A chapel perched on a huge sandstone rock, with a 360° panorama over the Vosges forests. A few kilometres from the holiday home, on the other side of the ridges.
Saint-Louis-Arzviller boat lift
Saint-Louis (Moselle)
A real boat lift: barges climb 44 metres in a water-filled tank. Cruises and a little tourist train depending on the season.
Abreschviller forest railway
Abreschviller (Moselle)
A vintage steam locomotive pulls its carriages for about twelve kilometres through the forest of the Sarre Rouge valley. Children love it, and so do grown-ups.
Lang Park
Wangenburg-Engenthal
A cycling park for the whole family: mountain biking, dirt, BMX and balance bikes, with rentals on site.
Frequently asked questions
Your questions, our answers.
What time can I arrive and leave?
Check-in is from 4 pm and check-out before 11 am.
How many people does the holiday home sleep?
Au Cœur de la Forêt sleeps up to 12 people.
Is the holiday home officially rated?
Yes, Au Cœur de la Forêt is rated as 4-star furnished holiday accommodation (meublé de tourisme).
Are the beds made on arrival?
Yes, the beds are made when you arrive and bathrobes are provided for the adults.
What outdoor spaces are there?
The holiday home has a 3,200 m² enclosed garden with a bioclimatic pergola, a pétanque court, a playhouse, a swing and a lockable store for bikes and other equipment.
What activities are there on site?
Billiards, table football, table tennis, pétanque, and for the children a playhouse and a swing in the garden.
Can we cook for the whole group?
Yes, the house has a fully equipped kitchen.
How many bathrooms and WCs are there?
Two bathrooms, one with a WC, and a separate WC.
Can we bring our bikes?
Yes, the holiday home has a lockable store to keep bikes and other equipment under cover.
Is there Wi-Fi at the holiday home?
Yes, Wi-Fi is available at the holiday home.
Is the accommodation accessible to people with reduced mobility?
No, the accommodation is not suitable for people with reduced mobility.
What is there to visit around the holiday home?
Wangenbourg castle, the Nideck waterfall, the Donon or Haut-Barr castle in Saverne. Find all our ideas on the “Explore Alsace” page.
Are pets allowed?
Yes, one dog per stay, 15 kg maximum, with a supplement of €15 per night. Please mention it in your request.
Is cleaning included?
End-of-stay cleaning is available as an option for €150. Without this option, the house must be left clean and tidy.
How do I book?
Send your request from the “Plan my stay” section of this page with your dates and the number of people. We will get back to you with availability and terms. A request is not a booking.
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