La Clairière - bio & spahotel

La Clairière - bio & spahotel, nestled in the UNESCO Northern Vosges Regional Nature Park, is just around 2 km from La Petite Pierre and approximately 50 km from Strasbourg. This hotel is an ideal base for long walks and all kinds of outdoor activities. La Clairière (meaning “the clearing”) is surrounded by dense forests, inviting you to recharge, breathe in the fresh woodland air and actively experience nature in all its diversity. Enjoy a unique stay in an oasis of calm, in perfect harmony with nature.

In the heart of the forest, just under 2 km from La Clairière, lies the small town of La Petite-Pierre (known in German as Lützelstein), a medieval town with around 600 inhabitants. Attractive half-timbered houses line the main street, which leads straight to the Gothic church of Notre-Dame. Beyond it, on a rocky promontory, stands Lützelstein Castle, dating from the 12th century, at the site of a once highly significant pass through the Northern Vosges on the route between Alsace and Lorraine. The town is home to the visitor centre for the UNESCO Northern Vosges Biosphere Reserve.

The cuisine has been 100% organic since 2007, with a focus on seasonal, local and high-quality ingredients. Enjoy a nourishing organic breakfast buffet featuring homemade bread and pastries, fresh fruit and freshly squeezed juices, a selection of cheeses, muesli and plant-based milk alternatives, organic eggs, detox and ginger teas, crêpes and other treats. At lunchtime and in the evening, the organic kitchen serves a menu showcasing Alsatian cuisine. The first certified organic restaurant in France. Vegetarian, vegan, lactose-free and gluten-free options are available on request. The restaurant has a large terrace, Café NATURE, a lounge and an English-style bar with billiards.

The spa area, covering approximately 1,000 sqm, faces the forest and features clean lines and natural materials such as wood, stone and glass. It includes an indoor pool (approx. 12 x 6 m), a year-round heated outdoor water therapy pool (8 x 5 m, approx. 30°C) and a whirlpool. The sauna area features a Finnish sauna (80–85°C), a bio sauna (55–60°C), a tepidarium (37–39°C), a steam room (35–40°C), an ice fountain, a cold-water plunge pool and relaxation rooms. An infrared cabin is available for an additional charge.
Fitness room with Technogym® equipment. Yoga room and sun terraces.
All spa treatments are tailored to your individual needs, whether to reduce stress, detox or revitalise body and mind. They are based on established traditional methods such as Ayurveda, naturopathy and Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). Treatments include, for example, those based on the four-elements theory, full-body oil massages, Dr Hauschka facials, reflexology, anti-ageing treatments, Rhassoul or Himalayan salt baths, Japanese Yunohana baths, and hot stone and Pantai Luar massages.
Unless already included in your booked programme, Qi Gong, Tai Chi, yoga, guided relaxation, meditation, the Feldenkrais Method and forest bathing can be booked for an additional charge, subject to availability.

The wellness area is open from 09:00 to 20:00 (from 10:00 Monday to Friday), and from 09:00 to 19:00 on Sundays and public holidays. The indoor pool and fitness room are open daily from 07:00 to 20:00. Wellness treatments are available daily from 09:00 to 20:00. Access to the spa area, including the outdoor pool, is restricted to guests aged 16 and over. Children and young people under 16 may use only the indoor pool, and must be accompanied by an adult.

• Aromatic and medicinal herbs are grown on site and used by the kitchen team.
• The landscaping supports local biodiversity. Plants suited to the ecosystem are selected, natural and organic fertilisers are used, and alternatives to herbicides are employed.
• Bats, which play an important role in the natural balance, have found a habitat here and help preserve biodiversity.
• Sustainable construction minimises environmental impact, with materials for renovation and maintenance carefully selected.
• The entire building has been energetically harmonised according to the principles of Vastu Shastra to promote a balanced flow of energy.
• The bedding is made from natural latex and organic virgin wool, for healthy, restful sleep.
• The kitchen has been 100% organic since 2007, with a preference for seasonal, local and high-quality ingredients.
• Water is used sustainably and mindfully.
• A Grander system is used to revitalise the water, improving the structure and vitality of drinking water.
• The swimming pools and whirlpools have an advanced filtration system that significantly reduces the use of chlorine.
• Ecological cleaning products require fewer rinses and help reduce water consumption.
• Investment has been made to operate entirely on renewable energy.
• All light fittings use energy-efficient LED bulbs.
• A wood-fired heating system supplies the entire building.
• Photovoltaic panels support energy self-sufficiency.

There are 200 km of walking trails and mountain bike routes around the hotel. The Lalique Museum in Wingen-sur-Moder, around 13 km away, is well worth a visit for its glass and crystal art. Saverne is home to the Château des Rohan, once described as a “little Versailles of Alsace”, while the castles of Fleckenstein and Löwenstein and the ruins of Hohenburg Castle offer a glimpse into medieval history. The troglodyte houses in Graufthal bear witness to the harsh living conditions of the 17th century.
On-site workshops include “Discovering Wild Plants” and guided walks (to be booked and paid for locally). Mountain bike hire is available. The golf course is around 25 km away.