Château de Pourtalès

This pleasant walk located near Strasbourg in the Bas-Rhin takes you to discover the beautiful landscapes of the Parc de Pourtalès, where you can see the beautiful Château de Pourtalès and on the banks of the Rhine in the National Nature Reserve of the forest massif of Robertsau and Wantzenau. This circuit along the water, evolves mainly in the forest on a site which shelters a rich fauna and flora. This shady course near the city is ideal for a family outing or sports practice.

Set up on the towpath of the Canal de la Marne-au-Rhin, the route leads to Strasbourg. It first goes through the deep valley of the river Zorn where ruins of castles rise up on both sides. The valley leads to Saverne, which opens the gates of Alsace. The walk continues through the locks and crosses the Kochersberg, the agricultural land par excellence. We reach Strasbourg and the Rhine after crossing the forest of Brumath.

Walk in the oldest park in Strasbourg: the Parc de l'Orangerie. Here you will find a free zoo, a classic car circuit and a mini-farm. There are also several play areas for children To find out more about the park and the opening of its points of interest, you can visit this site: https://www.visitstrasbourg.fr/a-voir-a-faire-strasbourg/culture/sites- to-visit/parks-and-gardens/f223009094_le-parc-de-l-orangerie-strasbourg/ You can see storks, the symbol of the region, all year round.

This urban walk will allow you to discover the center of Strasbourg. Departing from the Palais des Congrès, you will pass by Place Adrien Zeller, follow the Marne-Rhine canal, then enter the historic center where you can discover Place des Moulins, Place Louise Weiss, the cathedral, Parc Contades and also the European Parliament.