Set in the mountains, this 3-bedroom vacation home accommodates 6 guests with 1 bathroom. It features a patio and deck for outdoor enjoyment and offers games for family entertainment. Nearby attractions include Ortenbourg Castle and Dontenville, along with activities like motorboating, mountain biking, and birdwatching.
Highlights
Family fun awaits
Top-rated for families.
Discover nearby landmarks
Near Ballons des Vosges Nature Park
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6
Popular amenities
Garage parking available
Kitchen
Washing machine
Barbecue grill
Deck or patio
Internet access
Explore the area
La Vancelle, Grand Est
Ballons des Vosges Nature Park
Place, Ballons des Vosges Nature Park
9 min walk
Colmar Christmas Market
Place, Colmar Christmas Market
36 min drive
Strasbourg Christmas Market
Place, Strasbourg Christmas Market
59 min drive
Strasbourg (SXB-Strasbourg Intl.)
Airport, Strasbourg (SXB-Strasbourg Intl.)
50 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 1
1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed
Bedroom 2
2 Single Beds
Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Bathtub
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Office
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Gite de la Fontaine: gite *** on the heights of Val d´Argent center Alsace
Gite de la Fontaine classified *** by Alsace Destination Tourisme Situation: The gite de la Fontaine offers you an independent house with garden on the heights of Val d'Argent in the center of Alsace at the height of Sélestat, shortly after the Maurice Lemaire tunnel (Ste Marie aux Mines tunnel). Located in La Vancelle, a peaceful village facing south surrounded by mountains, the gite faces Haut Koenigsbourg and the Taenchel massif.
Characteristics of the Gite: 1 large living-dining room opening onto a terrace and a garden (with garden furniture, parasol and barbecue), 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, 2 separate WCs (including 1 with sink), 1 independent kitchen, 1 laundromat and 1 large closed garage for 2 cars. Babies are welcome (travel cot, changing mat, high chair). Children and adults will find games and books, TV and DVD player, WIFI.
The house is available for weekly or overnight rental (minimum 3 nights). Free WiFi, tourist tax included Non-smoking premises. Pets not allowed. Duvets and pillows provided, beds made. Possibility of additional bathroom linen (5 € / person).
Compulsory final cleaning costs 50 €
The GITE in Center Alsace offers you • On the spot : …. A specific IGN map of the gite sector is available. Signposted walks and hikes from the house (Franckenbourg castle, Coucou rock, Fairy rock, Chalmont, Bagenelles, Vallée de Villé…. Signposted mountain biking and cycling tours from the cottage.
• Near the Wine Route: discovery of picturesque places: Sélestat, Riquewihr, Kaysersberg, Barr, Andlau, Obernai, Ribeauvillé, Colmar and its Little Venice
• Close to gastronomic sites: wine route and wine cellars, flambé pie tasting and other Alsatian specialties in the Winstub, farm inns in the Vosges or restaurants in the area, including two renowned restaurants in the village.
• Close to historic sites: fortified castles including Haut Koenigsbourg,… Marckolsheim casemate, Hartmannswillerkopf, Alsace / Moselle museum, Struthof, Neuf Brisach and Vauban… Humanist Library in Sélestat - Silver Mines in Ste Marie aux mines.
• Close to natural sites: the Ried (nature reserve - boat trips), peaks and lakes of the Vosges
• Near fun centers: animal leisure parks: Volerie des Aigles, Montagne des singes, Cigoland - relaxation in the pool: Ribeauvillé, Obernai,… or in a spa: Ribeauvillé
• For textile lovers: Fashion and Fabrics and European Patchwork Fair in Ste Marie aux Mines, Beauvillé in Ribeauvillé, household linen factory stores in Gérardmer, Labonal socks in Dambach la ville
• The winter season offers you skiing possibilities (Alpine skiing and Nordic skiing) at Bagenelles, at Lac Blanc / Le Bonhomme station, at Champ du Feu, without forgetting the many Christmas markets.
We will be happy to welcome you. To serve you better, we will try to improve our knowledge of the German and English language.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.
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This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the area
La Vancelle
Located in La Vancelle, this holiday home is near theme parks and in the mountains. Ortenbourg Castle and Saint Georges Church are local landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Riquewihr Christmas Market and Le Palais Du Pain D epices. Travelling with kids? Consider Cigoland Park and La Volerie des aigles. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby power boating, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours, mountain biking and hiking/biking trails.
Ballons des Vosges Nature Park - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
Colmar Christmas Market - 36 min drive - 41.5 km
Little Venice - 38 min drive - 43.5 km
Train Station Square - 55 min drive - 75.3 km
Strasbourg Christmas Market - 59 min drive - 77.0 km
Getting around
Kintzheim La Vancelle Station - 5 min drive
Strasbourg (SXB-Strasbourg Intl.) - 40 min drive
Restaurants
Pavillon du Haut Koeningsbourg - 16 min drive
Le Hupsa Pfannala - 18 min drive
Allimant Laugner - 16 min drive
Caveau Brunstein - 14 min drive
Restaurant Auberge Saint Martin - 14 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Gite de la Fontaine: gite *** on the heights of Val d´Argent center Alsace pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Gite de la Fontaine: gite *** on the heights of Val d´Argent center Alsace?
As of 30 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Gite de la Fontaine: gite *** on the heights of Val d´Argent center Alsace on 11 Jan 2027 start from £704, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Gite de la Fontaine: gite *** on the heights of Val d´Argent center Alsace?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Gite de la Fontaine: gite *** on the heights of Val d´Argent center Alsace?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Gite de la Fontaine: gite *** on the heights of Val d´Argent center Alsace?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Gite de la Fontaine: gite *** on the heights of Val d´Argent center Alsace located?
This family-friendly La Vancelle holiday home is located in the mountains, within 2 mi (3 km) of Ballons des Vosges Nature Park and Chalmont. Église Saint-Georges de Châtenois and Dontenville are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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