The Vogesen Mountains of Alsace line the horizon First stop, a picnic! French bread, a paté, wine and cheese and eclairs for dessert Vicki indulging; Bon appetit! Arrival at Hotel Julienne in Fouday for a one night stay

Lulac's dream house A Ferarri event at the hotel; no parklng space for our normal Renault Vicki in the park of Julienne Hotel A romantic covered bridge in Julienne's park Leaving Fouday; onward to Gerardmer

Store window in Gerardmer showing French farm women Stop in Gerardmer Creperie for chocolate crepes Our next destination; Plombieres les Bains Beautiful spa in this Art Nouveau city Art Nouveau flooring in the thermal spas

Houses nestled in the city's hills Romantic iron railings and castings Vicki strolling through this romantic city of colorful tulips This Art Nouveau water fountain is just drenching with history Tulips in full bloom throughout the city

Charming shops and boutiques line the narrow streets Steaming fresh coconut macaroons tantalized our senses My favorite romantic house in the whole city Wooden window shutters and iron castings Dolls showing typical Alsace costume

Iron railings dominate the city Striking color contrast provided through the railings French cheese selection with our hotel meal Hand made chocolates that melt on your tongue The bad taste in paint color is just what gives this courtyard its flair

The wooden shutters and iron railings provide striking and warm contrast Inside the cathedral, colorful light rays cast on this figure through the stained glass windows set an uncanny mood Springtime poesie in blossom A peaceful courtyard of a nursing home Colorful patio ensemble for the residents

Vicki resting in the courtyard Iron railing gives this house its stately facade