From Paris, take the TGV to Strasbourg, the gateway to Alsace Verte. Before continuing your journey, take the time to stroll around the Alsatian capital: majestic cathedral, picturesque Petite France district, friendly terraces... Then hop on a TER train to Haguenau, a town surrounded by the vast forest of the same name, ideal for a nature break before continuing on to Wissembourg.

Once in Wissembourg, you'll discover a true medieval gem: half-timbered houses, flower-filled streets, ancient ramparts, and a Benedictine abbey. From there, a bus will take you to Drachenbronn and then to Fleckenstein Castle, one of the most iconic castles in the Northern Vosges. Perched on its sandstone spur, it offers a unique panorama and fun trails for young and old alike (remember to wear good shoes, as the site is semi-natural and the rocks can be slippery).

The return journey takes you via Wissembourg and Strasbourg before heading back to Paris. Be sure to check bus and TER train timetables as services may be less frequent at weekends. The ideal tour for discovering Alsace in a different way and without a car!

Paris - Strasbourg

The step from Paris to Strasbourg lasts 1h46. You'll travel in a TGV Inoui operated by SNCF Voyageurs.

Strasbourg - Haguenau

The step from Strasbourg to Haguenau lasts 00h22. You'll travel in a TER operated by SNCF Voyageurs.

You can find tickets from 9 euros.

Haguenau - Wissembourg

The step from Haguenau to Wissembourg lasts 00h30. You'll travel in a TER operated by SNCF Voyageurs.

Wissembourg - Drachenbronn

To get to Drachenbronn from Wissembourg: bus line 317 Bas-Rhin intercity network - Fluo!

The step from Wissembourg to Drachenbronn lasts 00h15. You'll travel in a bus operated by ScotRail.

Drachenbronn - Fleckenstein

To reach Fleckenstein Castle from Drachenbronn by bus, you can take the Fluo 317 tourist line. This line serves both sites, including the Chemin des Cimes in Drachenbronn and Fleckenstein Castle (with three round trips per day on Saturdays, Sundays, and public holidays between April and October). Feel free to check the updated timetables with the Fluo Grand Est network!

The step from Drachenbronn to Fleckenstein lasts 00h15. You'll travel in a bus operated by ScotRail.

You can find tickets from 2.5 euros.

Fleckenstein - Wissembourg

The step from Fleckenstein to Wissembourg lasts 00h15. You'll travel in a bus operated by ScotRail.

Wissembourg - Strasbourg

The step from Wissembourg to Strasbourg lasts 00h54. You'll travel in a TER operated by SNCF Voyageurs.

Strasbourg - Paris

The step from Strasbourg to Paris lasts 1h50. You'll travel in a high speed train.