Geishouse: Holiday Apartments and Holiday Homes
Geishouse lies in a horseshoe shape on the southern foothills of the Grand Ballon (1,424 m), the highest peak in the Vosges massif, and in the Regional Nature Park of the Ballons des Vosges. At any time of year, the village is a starting point for walking and hiking. When planning a trip, you may wish to rent a holiday apartment in Geishouse.
Landscape
In clear weather, the Hoehe viewpoint offers a panorama of the Swiss Alps. The Eiger (3,967 metres), Mönch (4,110 metres) and Jungfrau (4,158 metres) can be seen.
Hiking and Cycling
The “Circuit des Balcons” loop is suitable for athletic and experienced hikers. It offers several viewpoints over the village, the Grand Ballon, the valley and even the Alps. It also passes the “Faucon Crécerelle” chalet, where you can take a break.
The family-friendly “Autour de Geishouse VTT FFC No. 31” loop is a cycling route without technical difficulties and offers picturesque views of the village and the valley.
The new “Circuit du Herrenwald” loop, offered by the municipality of Geishouse, provides views over the Saint-Amarin Valley and the highest peak in the Vosges.
Culture and History
The Church of Saint-Sébastien was built between 1859 and 1862 to designs by the architect Joseph Langenstein. Its façade features a bell-wall tower with three openings.
The presbytery of Geishouse was built in 1860. The Lourdes grotto in Geishouse was built stone by stone by the villagers in 1939.
Local Character
At the mountain market in Geishouse, local producers offer meat and meat products, dairy products, vegetables, bread, honey and herbal teas, among other goods. The market was established in 2021 and is also aimed at tourists.
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