A cultural space, a refuge, hiking trails
hiking trails, electric bikes..
everything you need to relax and breathe!
From April to October, the Maison de la Forêt offers
a wide range of discoveries. On site,
a variety of possibilities,
whether you want to get away for a moment
a weekend or a day.
The Forest House
201 route de Machet, lieu-dit Norroy - 54480 SAINT-SAUVEUR
Between the villages of Val-et-Châtillon and Saint-Sauveur
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03 83 71 23 25
Activities, meetings and events... registration required*
03.83.71.23.25 or maisondelaforet@ccvp.fr
*The program is subject to change
according to the current health situation
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APRIL
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Spring Exploration
Saturday, April 5 - 2:00 pm
Hike in the forest to enjoy the renewal of nature, between fauna, flora and landscapes shaped by spring.
Free for all
By Ugo Herbin of Vosges Altitude
Workshop
Printemps d'Argile
Saturday, April 12 - 10h00
A pottery session to shape, decorate and have fun creating spring-like pieces to take home!
ages 6 to 12 | Free
By Boutique des Bouleaux (J'aime la Terre pottery), in collaboration with Les Amis d'Alfred Renaudin
Workshop
Easter: Activities at the Lapin Futé
Saturday, April 19 - 2:00 pm
Let yourself be surprised by the mischievous ideas of our big-eared friend: games, creations, discoveries... lots of great surprises await you!
Young audience | Free
By the Maison de la Forêt team
All our events can be booked by telephone on 03 83 71 23 25 or by e-mail on maisondelaforet@ccvp.fr
MAY
Workshop
Feuilles en Fils
Thursday, May 1 - 10:30 am & Saturday, May 3 - 10:30 am
Learn basic embroidery stitches and create a personalized bag by embroidering your favorite leaf. Step-by-step guidance in 2 sessions.
ages 7 to 14 | Free
By Copains des Bois of Familles Rurales Badonviller
Show
Huellas
Saturday, May 3 - 6:00 pm & Sunday, May 4 - 3:00 pm
Performances of Huellas, a shared creation by Cie Logos combining theater, testimonies and dance, with the participation of CCVP residents.
From age 7 | Free
By Morgane Deman, Assuntina Gessa and Guillaume Cabrera
Concert
Piano, Voice and Violin
Sunday, May 18 - 4:00 pm
The ME2C's three teachers, by candlelight, for a 2nd edition! Varying between well-known and
and forgotten pieces, they will propose an eclectic program, promising a moment out of time.
All audiences | Free admission
By Sarah Brandmeyer, Matthias Barlier and Constance Gaulupeau
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Soft Survival: Feeding Yourself
Wednesday, May 21 - 1:30 p.m
Identify, responsibly gather and prepare wild edible plants for an authentic culinary experience in the heart of nature.
ages 11 to 16 | Free
By Ugo Herbin of Vosges Altitude
Workshop
Cyanotype
Saturday, May 24th - 2:00 pm
An introduction to this iron-salt printing technique, where light reveals contrasting shapes in deep blue.
From 16 years old | Free
By Françoise Etienne, in collaboration with Les Amis d'Alfred Renaudin
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Wild Plants and Tasting
Sunday, May 25 - 2:00 pm
Identify and gather wild plants, then make natural sweets.
All ages | 3€
By Aurore Lab of Symbiose Nature
JUNE
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Discovering Vosges gardens
Sunday June 1st - 8h00 to 17h00
A one-day escape to the heart of two exceptional gardens in the Massif des Vosges, the Jardin d'altitude du Haut Chitelet and Les Jardins de Callunes, between alpine flora and colorful landscapes.
All ages | 5€ (transport and entrance fees included)
By the Maison de la Forêt team
Workshop
The Mysteries of the Naiads
Saturday, June 7 - 2:00 pm
Make an observation tool to explore the life of rivers, and learn about the Naiads, fascinating and discreet freshwater mussels.
Ages 8 and up | Free
By the Fédération de Pêche 54, in collaboration with the CCVP's GEMAPI project manager
Evening
Cabaret d'Impro'
Friday June 13 - 8:00 pm
Ready for an evening where your ideas inspire wild scenes, created right before your eyes? Thanks to you, anything can happen!
From age 7 | €3
By the Improdisiaque troupe
Workshop
Le P'tit Monde de Taïga : The Treasure of the Forest
Saturday June 14th - 10h00
Lucie and her puppet, La Chouette, invite young and old alike to discover the treasures of the forest as a family: nursery rhymes, stories, sensory stimulation and a creative moment.
Toddlers (0-5 years) | Free
By Lucie Coupé of Des Arbres et des Ailes
Workshop
Les Farfelus des Bois
Saturday, June 21st - 2:00 pm
With a little paint, a few accessories and a touch of imagination, a fox or a great horned owl comes to life on a log.
All ages | Free
By artist Jacqueline VanMerris and illustrator François Ruyer
Concert
19th century Romantic piano
Sunday, June 22 - 5:00 pm
Romanticism in music: works by Brahms, Chopin, Liszt, Scriabin...
All audiences | Free
By Matthias Barlier, piano teacher at ME2C
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Soft survival: taking shelter
Wednesday, June 25 - 1:30 pm
Building a shelter in the forest: how to choose the right location, select the right materials and master the essential knots.
ages 11 to 16 | Free
By Ugo Herbin from Vosges Altitude
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Cultural Escapade
Saturday June 28th - 2:00 pm
6-kilometre walk from the Maison de la Forêt, with visits and a musical break
and a musical break.
Free for all
In collaboration with the CCVP culture department
All our events can be booked by telephone on 03 83 71 23 25 or by e-mail on maisondelaforet@ccvp.fr
JULY
Mission photo
Summer challenges! - Tuesday, July 1 to Sunday, August 31
Objective Forest
Tuesday, July 1 to Sunday, August 31
Explore the forest, take on photo challenges, and earn points for every image you capture! A great way to get out and observe the beauty of nature around you.
All ages | Free
Challenge guide available from the Maison de la Forêt reception desk
Escape Game
Summer challenges! - Tuesday, July 1 to Sunday, August 31
Enigma Botanica
Tuesday, July 1 to Sunday, August 31
Tuesday afternoons, Thursday afternoons and Sundays
Antoine de Jussieu's cabinet will disappear in 60 minutes! Explore the room, decipher an 18th-century letter and find the plant that could save millions of lives.
Ages 12 and up | Free
Time slot reservation required, 4 to 6 participants.
Workshop
Dentelles à la Fourche
Wednesday, July 9 - 2:00 pm
Introduction to fork lace, an ancestral crochet technique, by creating a Fleur de Coton necklace.
From age 13 | €45
By Sophie Tekieli, Les Dentelles de Mélusine
Concert
Solo de Salon
Friday, July 11 - 8:00 pm
Jean-René Mourot travels from salon to salon to record his new album. Pianist, composer and improviser, he stops off at the Maison de la Forêt for a piano concert combining jazz, minimalism and free improvisation.
All audiences | Free admission
By Jean-René Mourot
Workshop
Flower Wreaths
Saturday, July 12 - 2:00 pm
Weaving a personalized handmade accessory with natural elements.
All ages | Free
By Fanny Germain of l'Atelier de Fanny
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Storytelling walk: L'Écho des Légendes
Saturday, July 19 - 3:00 pm
Folk beliefs and mysteries from Lorraine through the ages, told on a nature walk.
All ages | Free
By the Médiathèque of Cirey-sur-Vezouze
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Wood Festival
Saturday, July 26 - From 10:00 am
THE event not to be missed! Celebrating 10 years of the Maison de la Forêt: a showcase for the woodworking trades of yesteryear, demonstrations and entertainment for the whole family.
Free for all
By the Maison de la Forêt team
AUGUST
Workshop
Wooden Toys
Wednesday, August 13 - 2:30 p.m
A bit of string, a pocket knife and off you go: weaving, instruments or rafts... The possibilities are endless!
All ages | Free
By Yann from Atelier Vert
Immersion
The Planetarium (NEW!)
Saturday, August 23 - 2:00 pm and 4:00 pm
Guided observations of the stars and planets under an inflatable dome.
From age 5 | €2
By Romain Altmann of Astro et Sac à Dos
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The World Up There
Saturday, August 23 - 8:30 pm
Astronomical vigil on the heights of Saint-Sauveur (optional night hike).
All ages | 3€
By Club d'Astronomie Nemesis de Saverne
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Voyage Sonore
Saturday, August 30th - 10:00 am
Sensory and musical exploration for the whole family: nursery rhymes, games and sound massage, for a gentle immersion in the world of sounds.
Toddlers (0-5 years) | Free
By Myriam Ghobrial, le Truck à Sons
All our events can be booked by telephone on 03 83 71 23 25 or by e-mail on maisondelaforet@ccvp.fr
SEPTEMBER
Workshop
The Basics of Aromatherapy
Saturday, Sept. 13 - 14h00
Essential oils are available over the counter, but how do you use them properly? Identify their benefits and precautions for use, then create your own personalized inhaler stick.
From age 12 | Free
By Sandie Heinemann, naturopath
Conference
La Manufacture de Baccarat
Sunday, Sept. 14 - 15h00
From 1764 to 1900, the rise of an exceptional crystal factory: Baccarat.
Free for all
By Sébastien Bonhomme
Workshop
Récup' et Ingéniosité
Saturday, Sept. 20 - 10h00
Using paper and organic materials, create a solid material to shape a decorative object.
Ages 8 and up | Free
By Chloé Schlauder of La Pulperie
Meeting
L'Illustration Naturaliste
Saturday, Sept. 20 - 2:00 pm & Sunday, Sept. 21 - 10h00
To mark the reissue of his book, discussions, workshops and signing sessions with Richard Mongenet.
All public | Free
By artist and author Richard Mongenet
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Autumn Market
Sunday, Sept. 28
Event featuring local produce, handcrafted creations and seasonal flavors. Local caterer and entertainment on site.
Free for all
By the Maison de la Forêt team
OCTOBER
Workshop
Le P'tit Monde de Taïga: A Wonderful Autumn!
Saturday, Oct. 4 - 10:00 am
Lucie, her puppet Chouette and their friends invite families into the colorful world of autumn: nursery rhymes, stories, sensory stimulation and creative moments.
Toddlers (0-5 years) | Free
By Lucie Coupé of Des Arbres et des Ailes
Workshop
Mime games
Sunday, Oct. 5 - 10:30 a.m
When words disappear, gestures take over: situations to play out, emotions to interpret, scenes to guess.
ages 6 to 12 | Free
By Copains des Bois de Familles Rurales Badonviller
Workshop
Plant Footprints
Saturday, Oct. 18 - 2:00 pm
Nature printed on paper: leaves and bark reveal their shapes and textures for a
the colors of autumn.
All ages | Free
By Fanny Germain of Atelier de Fanny
Pink October
Solidarity Walk
Sunday, Oct. 12 - 9:00 a.m
Let's get moving for the cause! Get out your sneakers and explore our forest trails, walking or running (6 kms).
Open to all | Free admission
Donations collected will be donated to an association supporting people affected by cancer.
By the Coeur de Salm association
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Meet our mushrooms
Saturday, Oct. 11 - 10:00 am
Mushroom-picking and identification outing with a specialist, followed by a packed lunch and a talk.
Free for all
By Colette Bonnet of the Société Lorraine de Mycologie
Conference
First Winter on the Front Baccarat - Badonviller
Sunday, Oct. 19 - 3:00 pm
September 1914 - February 1915: an unstable front, patrol skirmishes and a population plunged into the uncertainty of the first winter of war.
All audiences | Free
By Sébastien Bonhomme
Conference
The Painter and the Forest
Saturday, October 25 - 3:00 pm
September 1914 - February 1915: an unstable front, patrol skirmishes and a population plunged into the uncertainty of the first winter of war.
All audiences | Free
By Sébastien Bonhomme
All our events can be booked by telephone on 03 83 71 23 25 or by e-mail on maisondelaforet@ccvp.fr
Practical info
Tourist map of the Grand Est: here
Upcoming projects
The Forest House
201 route de Machet, lieu-dit Norroy
54480 SAINT-SAUVEUR
Between the villages of Val-et-Châtillon and Saint-Sauveur
Contact: 03 83 71 23 25