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The history of the spa through the ages Humans all over the world have always known how to use the therapeutic virtues of hot water. The Greek, Roman, Egyptian, Turkish, Japanese and Nordic cultures have always practiced this form of…

The Basilica of Our Lady of Thierenbach At 355 m altitude, two steps from the hotel “les violettes” and the farm of the monks, stands the basilica of notre dame de thierenbach, a high place of pilgrimage in alsace. in…

Discover our salt cave Salt is bad for your health do you think? You could change your mind by practicing halotherapy; an unusual therapeutic method based on natural salt. What does this therapy consist of and what are its benefits…

The “V”, a gastronomic brasserie and a lounge bar For small or big appetites and gourmet breaks at any time of the day, the gastronomic Brasserie Le V welcomes you in the Lounge bar. No need to stay at the…

Discover the benefits of laconium In antiquity the Laconium was one of the most popular treatment rooms in Roman bathing establishments. It was also the place to be. Indeed, in this room converged all the worldly discussions of the city.…

An unusual place close to the violets Near the hotel Spa "LES VIOLETTES" is the Israelite cemetery of Jungholtz, one of the oldest in Alsace. This unusual place is located on the site of the former Jungholtz castle. This was…

Visit the basilica A stone's throw from Les Violettes is the basilica of Notre Dame de Thierenbach, a major place of Marian pilgrimage in Alsace. Here we offer you a short guided tour. After our article devoted to the history…

Around the violets on foot or by bike! Many hiking trails and cycle paths criss-cross the Jungholtz region and around Les Violettes. Whether it is for a simple family walk, for a sports outing or even to discover the region…

Business seminar: between work and relaxation The place for a seminar and the activities that punctuate it are very important in the organization of a business seminar. If the main purpose of a company seminar is to bring together all…

AN EXCEPTIONAL PLACE FOR EXCEPTIONAL EVENTS. Do you want to organize an event that will create images and emotions that will remain etched in our memories? the Hotel & Spa Les Violettes**** offers a subtle dose of luxury, serenity and…

WELCOME TO LARA SPA – LES VIOLETTES Since June, a brand new team has been welcoming you to more than 1,000 m2 dedicated to the well-being of body and mind in the Wellness and Beauty area. Breaking with a turbulent…

Kneipp method cold water works wonders A pioneer of natural medicine across the Rhine for a century, Abbé Kneipp is relatively unknown in France. Its principle: cold water is good for your health! Thanks to a very simple technique that…

Alsatian gastronomy Around a good table, Alsace is shared: renowned for its wines and its gastronomy, it enchants the palate of lovers of good food and epicureans passing through! Its hearty cuisine is characterized by its know-how and its flavors,…

The short history of Crémant d'Alsace A sparkling Alsatian wine par excellence, Crémant d'Alsace is a must on all GRANDES TABLES. The lightness and finesse of its bubbles make Crémant a perfect companion for special occasions. The birth of small…

Christmas in Alsace Alsace is a region rich in traditions, which make it special. Christmas, in Alsace, has a number of typical aspects, which have crossed the borders of the region today. We present below, some of them, as well…

Easter in Alsace In Alsace, Easter is considered the most important holiday of the year after CHRISTMAS. Solidly rooted in the Alsatian tradition, Easter is the unmissable event of spring. The fact will have escaped no one: every year, Easter…

The history of the Hotel Les Violettes It was in 1924 that the city of Soultz built, using war damage, a forest house in Vosges sandstone on the heights of the Marian site of Thierenbach. A few months later, it…