There's quite a remote wilderness location of this terrific treehouse retreat in the Vosges mountains, half a kilometre from the centre of Belfahy. Which gives you lots of woodland hiking paths as well as easy access to the ski slopes, toboggan runs and showshoeing trails of La Planche des Belles Filles ski resort half an hour’s drive away, and the nearest ski lift starting half a kilometre from reception.
This is a splendid spot for forest hikes and mountain bike rides too: the GR 59 path starts just outside the site's boundaries, and there are plenty of other trails nearby suited to all abilities for spectacular vistas over the Rahin valley, the Thousand Ponds and, on a clear day, the Alps. Handy leaflets detailing the routes can be picked up in reception.
Cabanes de Belfahy has a handful of lavishly furnished and spacious treehouses, spread around a 10-hectare woodland site, each with its own bathroom with eco-friendly toilet plus shower or wooden bathtub. In keeping with the site’s mission to protect the local wildlife and preserve the natural habitat, you'll also be gifted a set of environmentally friendly toiletries to use during your stay.
For food, foraging around the site is actively encouraged: bring local fare like blueberries and mushrooms back to your treehouse kitchen to cook with, or for an easier life, order local specialities such as raclette or fondue to be delivered direct to your door. Feasting supplies can be procured at the nearest large supermarket four kilometres from base, or you can head out to one of several cosy local restaurants down in the village.