Concert

Piano, Voice and Violin
Saturday 21 March – 7.00 pm

Lecture

Asian hornets
Sunday 22 March – 3.00 pm

Outing

Gemmotherapy
Saturday 28 March – 2.00 pm

Outing

Mountain biking: tracks and trails
Sunday 29 March – 9.00 am

Alert in the forest! The Easter Bunny is looking for new secret agents. On a forest trail, the quest will combine searching for hidden eggs and solving puzzles for a chocolate reward.
Young audience | Free
By the Maison de la Forêt

When the sun comes out, the treasures of the earth awaken. An exploration of the plant cycle through stories, songs and a gardening workshop with Taïga.
Toddlers (0-5 years old) | Free
By Des Arbres et des Ailes

This sensitive inventory of birds presents drawings in which the paper comes to life in volume and unfolds beyond the frame, simulating flight. Both a warning about the collapse of life and an invitation to contemplate the horizon, this series of works depicts birds as sentinels of biodiversity.
By Claire Cordel and Peggy Berger

Spring walk with an expert to learn how to identify species by their plumage and song during the mating season.
All ages | Free
By the League for the Protection of Birds 54

Take a detour into the world of the En Vol exhibition to observe the diversity of birds and give free rein to your creativity: watercolour drawings and paper feather collages to bring a unique specimen to life.
All ages | Free
By Claire Cordel

Meet the European hedgehog, a small protected mammal and ally of our gardens. Discover its lifestyle, diet and ways to encourage its presence.
All ages | Free
By Flore 54

A journey through baroque, classical and romantic music to the modern era, featuring illustrious composers.
All ages | Free admission
By Matthias Barlier

Choose between making a kokedama (Japanese moss ball) or a terrarium (miniature garden under glass). Learn assembly techniques, composition secrets and personalised care tips.
Ages 14 and up | €10
By MicroDomus

Two days combining practical experience in the forest and technical training in the classroom to learn about audio naturalism and recording soundscapes and animal sounds.
Adults | Free
By Marc Namblard, winner of the César Award for Best Sound 2026

An evening of readings dedicated to texts that question, celebrate and re-enchant our relationship with living things.
All ages | Free
By Ingrid Lefrançois and Olivier Martinaud

Presentation of Dr Bach's 38 flowers and their emotional benefits. A gentle approach to vibrational principles, similar to homeopathy, for simple everyday use with no side effects.
All ages | Free
By Sandie Heinemann, naturopath

Immerse yourself in the heart of the tree stage of the show Obstination Verticale. Climb safely into the branches for a unique discovery and experience of the sensations of climbing.
Ages 8 and up | Free
By Lucia Blanco

More than just a backdrop, trees have shaped Western thought for 2,000 years. This illustrated journey explores how artists' views of living things have evolved and questions the place of "trees in humans."
All ages | Free
By Jérôme Buisson

An artistic encounter with the tree, both a partner in play and a stage in its own right. A series of scenes blending theatre, music and song to explore our place in nature and our own humanity.
Suitable for all
By the Pézize and Rue Berthe theatre companies

NUITS DES FORÊTS (listening to living things)

A slightly offbeat sound walk to reveal the unexpected symphony of nature that surrounds us. Accompanied by a whimsical guide, this funny and erudite exploration navigates the crossroads between reality and imagination.
All ages | Free
By Maxime Lemoing

A sensory journey for children, where water becomes music. A playful moment, with stories and activities, to listen to nature and transform each drop into a melody. A change of clothes is recommended!
Parents and children (under 6) | Free
By the Sound Truck

This conference traces the history of our valley through the evolution of human activity. From ancient water-powered sawmills to forestry trades, discover how humans have interacted with nature over the centuries and how this heritage helps us understand the current changes taking place in the forest.
All ages | Free
By the BERIAN association

A poetic and sensitive performance in which women's voices blend with the cello. Their texts, born from a journey of walking and writing in the forest, bear witness to their connection with nature and affirm their inner strength.
All ages | Free
By a group of women from the Maison des Solidarités in Blâmont, supervised by Maé Goettelmann, accompanied by Sarah Brandmeyer on the cello

An unusual journey through the forest at dusk to discover its many facets. From timber production to biodiversity conservation, discover the subtle balance between these uses while listening to the nocturnal wildlife.
All ages | Free
By the National Forestry Office

Far removed from the clichés of the eco-friendly hippie, environmental workers, whether they are rangers, scientists, business leaders or organic farmers, have chosen to live and work in accordance with their convictions. They may be considered pioneers. In order to stay as close as possible to the imagery and imagination of the pioneer, Far East was produced entirely using the ancient wet collodion process, used by the first photographers who travelled across the American West.
By Julien Félix

Nettles, ivy, thistles and dandelions: rediscovering the ecological role and virtues of these essential plants that are often neglected and unloved.
All ages | Free
By Les jardins de Karine

Immerse yourself in the world of sheep farming: from demonstrations of working with sheepdogs to wool processing techniques. The tour continues with a trip into the great outdoors to enjoy the wild beauty of the Défilé de Straiture.
All ages | €8 per adult, €5 per child (transport and activities included)
By the Maison de la Forêt

Discover this global hobby that involves finding boxes hidden in nature using a smartphone. Presentation of the rules and the app indoors, followed by outdoor practice to locate a real hidden "cache".
All ages | Free
By the Maison de la Forêt

Explore the forest, take on the photo challenges and earn points for each image you capture. A great reason to get out and observe the beauty of nature around us.
All ages | Free
Challenge guide available at the Maison de la Forêt reception desk

A piano takes centre stage at the Abbaye de Saint-Sauveur for a musical moment that reconnects us with the essentials. Through the classical repertoire of Fauré, Chopin, Rachmaninov and Bach, this performance celebrates the deep connection between music and nature. A unique historical setting for a moment of shared serenity, far from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.
All ages | Free
By Hélène Spindler

With family or friends, come and test your knowledge and agility through a series of forest challenges. A team competition where each challenge earns points. Work together to try and become the overall winners of this first edition.
All ages, in teams | Free
By the Maison de la Forêt, in collaboration with the APE de Cirey

Group outing to try to find caches hidden in the forest. A modern treasure hunt requiring a smartphone, which fully engages your powers of observation. Different route for each outing.
All ages | Free
By the Maison de la Forêt

Discover Lorraine as a "mosaic of natural habitats" through its exceptional flora. From the Vosges to the Argonne, explore the geology of diverse environments that are home to rare, protected and sometimes endangered species.
All ages | Free
By Paul Montagne

In three workshops, learn how to distinguish animal tracks, identify trees in our forests, and observe what makes each bird unique, from its beak to its feathers.
Ages 6–12 | Free
By the Meurthe-et-Moselle Hunting Federation

A must-see event for nature and craft lovers. On the programme: a variety of activities for young and old, demonstrations and workshops on the wood industry. A day of sharing in the heart of the forest.
All ages | Free
By the Maison de la Forêt

Starting from the Machet sawmill, set off on a hike of about 19 km (880 m elevation gain) to one of the most iconic peaks in the massif. After a coffee break halfway, reach the Donon temple for a picnic lunch at sunset. Return by minibus.
Open to all | Free
Organised by the Maison de la Forêt and the CCVP's Vosges Clubs

Group outing to try to find caches hidden in the forest. A modern treasure hunt requiring a smartphone, which fully engages your powers of observation. Different route for each outing.
All ages | Free
By the Maison de la Forêt

Walk in the forest with Jo, Bill and Cash, three docile and endearing goats who will take you on an unusual and enjoyable adventure. Orienteering, nature discovery or storytelling: we adapt the walk and its workshops to the participants' wishes.
All ages | Free
By the Forêt An’imée

A photographic series bringing together five perspectives centred on a shared passion for wildlife, flora and landscapes. Through these works, art becomes a vehicle for raising awareness. An indoor exhibition featuring around thirty photographs.
By the associations Influences and Lorraines Cultures du Monde

2.30pm to 6pm
Educational workshops and safe observation of the sun. Presentation of models and astronomy tools.
8:30
Lecture: "The Universe on a Human Scale"
9:15
Night hike to the observation site (optional)
10:00
Discover planets, star clusters, galaxies and nebulae through a telescope on the heights of Saint-Sauveur. Presentation of the constellations in the sky visible to the naked eye and explanations of deep sky photography techniques.
Open to all
€3 for one activity: afternoon (2.30pm-6pm) OR evening (8.30pm-midnight)
€5 for the whole day: access to all activities
By the Nemesis Astronomy Association of Saverne

Walk in the Parroy Forest, at a place called Bois d'Emberménil, in search of this small amphibian with heart-shaped pupils and a spotted yellow belly. Focus on the ecology of the species, recognition of its habitats and the challenges of preserving local biodiversity.
Ages 9 and up | Free
By Damien Aumaitre (CEN Lorraine)

A little paint, a few recycled treasures and a good dose of creativity: that's all it takes to bring a log to life. Choose your side this year: the famous yellow-bellied toad or the cutest hedgehog.
All ages | Free
By Jacqueline Van Merris and François Ruyer

Create a seasonal blend using local plants. Learn tips on harvesting in the garden or in the wild and discover the properties of the plants you choose. Create and take home your own herbal tea.
Ages 16 and up | €3
By Claire Audoire (Jardin du Beau Soleil)

A leap over the stream and you're at the entrance to the woods. With your head in the branches, this show invites little ones to watch the wind blow the seeds around. From story to story, let's meet the clever snail, the greedy wolf and the chatty lark, to the rhythm of the solo performed by Monsieur le Crapaud on his water lily.
Parents and children (6 months to 6 years old) | €3 per child (1 parent included), €3 per additional parent
By Léa Pellarin

Long ago, people feared the forest and its woodland creatures, but to the dreamer who dared to venture into its heart, great secrets were revealed. Let yourself be carried away into this "lost wood" where the marvellous mingles with the real. A poetic plea to rediscover the vital importance of forests, true reservoirs of biodiversity and life.
Ages 10 and up | €3 per person
By Léa Pellarin and Thomas Girod

Immerse yourself in the world of the ancient sagards at the heart of an exceptional historical site. Focus on the authentic workings of a Haut-Fer, where the sole force of water still powers the sawing of wood, recalling the rich past of hydraulic sawmills and a know-how that has long shaped life along the waterways of the Vosges Piedmont.
All ages | €5 (tour and transport included)
By the Maison de la Forêt

A game to learn more about the yellow-bellied toad. Can you identify the patterns on its belly, spot the threats and conditions favourable to its survival, or put its life cycle in the right order? It's up to you to try!
Parents and children (ages 4-12) | Free
By the Maison de la Forêt and the CCVP culture department

What if nature conservation were first and foremost a question of democracy? Local authority representatives, researchers and citizens discuss the place of living things in our communities. A discussion to understand how to involve everyone in decisions affecting our shared environment, and how to speak out about our connection to nature.
Ages 9 and up
In collaboration with elected representatives, nature conservation managers, citizens and other guests sharing their experiences

Let's celebrate local produce with a day in the great outdoors. Passionate producers and artisans come together to showcase the region's riches: authentic flavours, seasonal produce and unique items. You can also enjoy a refreshment area, catering, music and entertainment in the heart of nature.
All ages | Free
By the Maison de la Forêt

Immerse yourself in Émile Gallé's artisanal approach: a conference to understand how nature shapes the identity of a work, illustrated by the experiences of an artist in residence.
All ages | Free
By Camille Berniard, in collaboration with Les Amis d'Alfred Renaudin

Swiss musician Aaron Wälchli transforms every note into emotion – his unique voice and his guitar, marimba and harmonica playing take you on an intense journey through songs in French, English, German and Swiss German.
All ages | Free admission
By Aaron Wälchli

Outing to search for local mushrooms and learn how to recognise and identify them. Picnic lunch after the outing, followed by a lecture to further your knowledge of the fungal kingdom.
All ages | Free
By the Lorraine Mycology Society

A creative interlude devoted to painting on earthenware. Choose a piece, select your favourite colours and let the inspiration of the season do the rest to create a unique object.
Ages 6–14 | Free
By Régine Lehner, in collaboration with Les Amis d'Alfred Renaudin

How do trees feed, travel and grow? Are all trees the same? A fun science workshop to discover seed dispersal, tree age and the diversity of our forests.
Young audience (ages 6 and up) | €3
By Les Petits Débrouillards

At the end of the 15th century and the beginning of the 16th, a terrible witch hunt took place in Lorraine. From its origins to its consequences, this lecture will take you on a journey through a troubled period in the history of Lorraine.
All ages | Free
By Ludovic Marbache