Nicknamed the ‘Pearl of the Vosges’, Gerardmer is a town in northeastern France near the German border, known for its landscapes, cultural and sporting activities. The city is cherished by tourists for its charm, interesting architectural heritage, and exceptional scenery. The ski resort of La Mauselaine, with its 40 kilometers (24.6 miles) of alpine and night skiing, is the main tourist attraction of Gérardmer. Other attractions include kayaking, rowing, canoeing or sailing on the lake in the summer. The lake also offers under-ice dives in the winter.
The Nordic ski resort of Les Bas Rupts has 100 kilometers (62.1 miles) of slopes, as well as a 65-meter (213.3 foot) ski jump. Religious buildings include the chapel Notre-Dame-du-Calvaire, the granite reproduction of a Finnish wooden chapel, the Saint-Etienne chapel, the 17th century Saint-Jacques chapel, the mid-19th-century synagogue of Géradmer and more.
Mérelle offers an impressive panorama of the lake, as well as the city and the ski area. Other hiking trails, such as the Paths of the Vologne trail or the path of the peat bogs of the Great Pond offer beautiful views of the flora and fauna, like the blooming of the April daffodils. The town also has a casino with slot machines, different games tables, and shows of all kinds. Nearby attractions include beautiful French villages Eguisheim, Riquewihr, Hunawihr, and Mittelbergheim. Planning a trip to Frejus? Consider staying at one of these great hotels and vacation rentals below!
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1. Les Epinettes, grand studio, new, with WiFi (from USD 65)
This modern, well decorated and nicely presented apartment is in a quiet location, overlooking the valley. The apartment has a well-equipped kitchen, walk-in shower room, sitting and dining area. It has a private meadow and an independent, large and private loggia with garden furniture, a TV, necessary essentials, and private parking. The accommodation is within an easy walking distance of Gerardmer.
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2. Three rooms on the edge of the lake with WiFi
This neat, clean and well equipped flat is on the ground floor, close to the lake in a beautiful area. Equipped with a baby chair and baby bed, it has two bedrooms with four beds and one bathroom. It has a parking space and a closed storage for bicycles and skis. The apartment has a TV, kitchen, necessary essentials, and a central heating system.
The beautiful lake has numerous water sports and offers the opportunity for walking, jogging, and swimming. The center offers opportunities for shopping. Good restaurants and leisure activities are located close to the casino and cinema.
Gérardmer, Lorraine, France
8.68 km (5.4 mi) from La Bresse-HohneckAccommodates: 5
3. Chalet in Gerardmer south (from USD 123)
This chalet is supremely located, offering a wonderful view of Gérardmer from the front and the hilltop woods from the back. It’s approximately 2 km (1.2 miles) from the center of Gérardmer. It has one bedroom with two beds and one bath and can accommodate up to four guests. The chalet has a TV, kitchen, necessary essentials, and a central heating system.
Hosts Coralie and Stéphane are welcoming, warm and flexible. The raclette set and sightings of roe deer, passing close by in the evening, are special features of the chalet.
4. Apartment in the center of Gérardmer (from USD 179)
This charming, new apartment is in an old granite villa and is well located in Gérardmer at five minutes’ walk to the town center and lake. It has one bedroom with two beds and one bath and can accommodate up to three guests. Amenities include a TV, kitchen, central heating, washer, cellar/ski locker, and easy parking. A free shuttle is available for the alpine slopes.
5. Apartment on the lake (from USD 95)
This modern, bright and renovated apartment is located on the shores of Lake Gerardmer. It has one bedroom with two beds and one bath and can accommodate up to four guests. The balcony offers stunning views of the lake and it is not only close to all amenities, the beach, a swimming pool, the casino, bowling, and the cinema, but also close to the free shuttle for the ski slopes.
Amenities include a microwave oven, ceramic hob, flat screen TV, dishwasher, DVD player, and raclette. The basement has a communal games room with a ping-pong table, a small library, and table football. Bed linen is not provided. Do note: you have to pay a tourist tax of 1.10 EUR (1.30 USD) per person over 12 years per night, as well as the cost of your water and electricity consumption.
6. Renovated farm with taste, boldness and passion (from USD 250)
This beautifully decorated, 18th-century farmhouse is located between the ski resort of La Bresse Hohneck and the village of La Bresse. The farmhouse has six rooms, a living room/dining room, a large entrance hall, kitchen, laundry room, bathroom, and a separate toilet. It has three bedrooms, two with a double bed, and a bedroom with two single beds. There is also a double sofa bed. The kitchen has an induction hob, fridge, freezer, oven, dishwasher, microwave, and toaster. The bathroom has a bath, walk-in shower, two sinks, a hair dryer, and a mirror. The farmhouse has a television, WiFi, DVD player, baby chair, cot, baby bath, and a playground for children.
There is a large terrace and fields near the house are good for sledding. It is close to snowshoeing and cross-country skiing trails, as well as to downtown, where you can find shops, swimming, skating, a traditional market, massage, and restaurants, just five minutes from the farmhouse. This place is best for big families or large groups celebrating events and parties.
7. Santa Claus' cottage (from USD 60)
This renovated chalet is located in the heart of Gérardmer, near the conveniences of everyday life. It has two bedrooms with two beds and one bath and can accommodate four guests. The garden has a private terrace, equipped with chairs, a table, umbrellas, and a barbecue. The chalet has a TV, kitchen, central heating, and a washer. You need to take your own towels/bed sheets.
The kid-friendly features, like barriers, keep the little ones from falling down the stairs. Mountain hikes are just 15 minutes away by car from here. The lake, cinema, casino, skating rink, and swimming pool are just a five minutes’ walk, and shops, doctors, and a pharmacy are at a 150 meter (492.1 foot) distance.
8. Apartement 4-5 persons, facing the south of Lake Gérardmer (from USD 89)
This clean, spacious and beautifully decorated apartment is located close to the beach, nightlife, family-friendly activities, and public transport. It is best for couples, solo travelers, or families with children. It has two bedrooms with three beds and one bath and can accommodate up to five guests.
Amenities include a TV, kitchen, central heating, and free parking on site. Being located right next to the beautiful lake, it offers stunning views from the balcony.
9. Gerardmer chalet - Town center near the ski slopes
This lake view chalet with a parking space is located at an easy walking distance to the town center. It has two bedrooms with five beds and one bath and can accommodate up to seven guests. Shopping, the lake, cinema, and restaurants, are accessible on foot. Amenities include a TV, kitchen, central heating, and onsite parking.
Gérardmer, Alsace-Champagne-Ardenne-Lorraine, France
7.91 km (5.0 mi) from La Bresse-Hohneck
10. Lake studio in Gérardmer
This beautiful studio is located near the lake and the city center. It has one bed and one bath and can accommodate two guests. The studio has a closed private parking space and a closed bicycle room. The kitchen is equipped with a microwave, traditional oven, dishwasher, and induction plate. Amenities include a TV, kitchen, central heating, and necessary essentials.
The lake, swimming pool, walking trails, sailing, paddle boats, a climbing wall, ice rink, and casino, are located near the city center, along with many restaurants and nightclubs. Buses are available at a distance of 300 meters (984.3 feet) from the studio. A free shuttle is available for the ski slopes.
8.74 km (5.5 mi) from La Bresse-Hohneck
Pearl of the Vosges
Gerardmer, popularly known as the ‘Pearl of the Vosges’ is known for its beauty, interesting architectural heritage, and exceptional landscape. The mix of centuries-old chapels, lakes, beautiful views, flora and fauna, skiing, parasailing, markets, and shopping leaves visitors spellbound and it’s a place worth visiting.
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