Introductory Golf Lesson
A 1.5-hour session with a professional instructor to learn the basics of golf at the Golf du Hazeau in Vittel.
Plizio Visual Lab
Vittel
Plizio editorial teamData Sources
City
ℹ️Practical info — Vittel
▾
🌤 Weather — 5 days
📍 Nearby
Sights nearby
💡 Tips
- Visit the Parc Thermal to admire the Belle Époque architecture and taste the famous mineral water straight from the source.
- Rent a bike or simply walk to explore the vast parklands and the surrounding Vosges forests.
- The town center and the thermal park are easily walkable, so you can leave your car at your accommodation.
- During the summer, check the schedule for events at the local Hippodrome de Vittel for a unique experience.
🍽 Food
🍽
Mirabelle plum pastries
Try these local Vosges sweets at a traditional bakery in the town center.
🍽
Quiche Lorraine
A regional classic, best enjoyed at a brasserie near the park entrance.
🍽
Vittel Water
Taste it fresh and free from the fountains inside the Parc Thermal.
🛍 Shopping · 🧘 Quiet spots
🛍
Thermal spa products
Find creams and cosmetics made with Vittel water in boutiques near the spa.
🛍
Vosges regional foods
Look for local cheeses and artisanal products on the main shopping street or at the local market.
🧘
Parc Thermal
The vast thermal park provides many quiet, shaded paths great for a relaxing stroll away from the crowds.
🧘
Japanese Garden
A peaceful and meticulously maintained spot located within the thermal park grounds.
Water temperature…
Highlights of 2026
10
Séverine Brigeot Art Exhibition
Explore the dreamlike worlds of photographer and painter Séverine Brigeot, alongside works by renowned regional artists.
Exhibition: Adventure at the Dream's End
An immersion into the world of illustration with Diana Kennedy, featuring comics, travel diaries, and animation projects.
Baby Readers
Stories and nursery rhymes for toddlers aged 0 to 3. A gentle introduction to the world of books, open to all families in Vittel.
Music in Thuillières
A lively music program featuring DJs and local bands starting from noon. Food and drinks are available on-site for a festive atmosphere.
Foulées vittelloises Running Race
Various races from 500m to 10km held in Vittel's thermal park, with categories for all ages.
International Eventing Competition
A premier equestrian event in the Grand Est region, gathering top riders for four days of sport and spectacle in Vittel.
Cross Triathlon
Swimming, mountain biking, and running at the Lacs de la Folie; races for all ages from 3 years up, including new nature trails.
Conference: Mobility and the Five Senses
Learn about sensory functions and the effects of aging, and how to preserve and stimulate your senses in daily life.
Flute and Wind Quintet Concert
A concert featuring students from the flute class and the wind quintet of the Vittel music and dance school.
Vittel is a prestigious spa town located in the Vosges department of eastern France, world-renowned for its high-quality mineral water. The town's modern history began in 1854 when Louis Bouloumié established the spa facilities around the Gérémoy spring. Vittel's urban landscape is defined by its magnificent Thermal Park, a vast green space protected as a historical monument. This park features extraordinary examples of Belle Époque architecture, including the thermal baths, the casino, and luxury hotels designed by famous architects like Fernand César. Geographically positioned on a plateau at the foot of the Vosges Mountains, Vittel enjoys a serene natural setting that has made it a favorite destination for wellness seekers for over 150 years. Beyond its spa heritage, the town is a significant hub for professional sports, housing elite training facilities used by Olympic athletes. The local economy is anchored by the large-scale water bottling operations of Nestlé Waters, ensuring that the Vittel name remains a global symbol of purity and health while driving local industrial development.
- Location: Grand Est, France
- Top sights: Vittel Thermal Park · Grand Hôtel de Vittel · Vittel Thermal Baths
- Nearby: Contrexéville (4 km)
- Population: ~5.355
Best time to visit & climate
The most pleasant time to visit is Jun–Aug.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avg °C | 1 | 1 | 5 | 9 | 13 | 17 | 19 | 19 | 15 | 10 | 5 | 1 |
| Rain mm | 75 | 61 | 67 | 57 | 86 | 77 | 70 | 80 | 64 | 79 | 77 | 86 |
Geography
Facts
- Average altitude: 335 meters.
- Year of establishment: 1854.
- Total land area: 24.13 square kilometers.
- Connected via the Nancy-Merrey railway line.
- Host to several prestigious golf courses.
- Thermal park protected as a monument since 1992.
Explore nearby
Notable places around
Route planner — Car & Motorhome
Where do you start? We build the route here, with stops and country notes along the way.
Vehicle
Only stops with (optional):
© OpenStreetMap contributors · OpenRouteService
Sights in the town Vittel (6)
Frequently asked questions
What is Vittel most famous for?
Vittel is world-famous for its mineral water and its long-standing thermal baths.
What does the Parc Thermal offer?
A 650-hectare protected estate with hiking trails, golf courses, and sports facilities.
Can you taste the mineral water on-site?
Yes, in the Grande Galerie of the spa park, you can drink Vittel water directly at the fountains.
Are there entertainment options in the evening?
The Vittel Casino has games, a restaurant, and regular cultural events.
Is there a train station in Vittel?
Yes, Vittel is accessible by train, with connections to Nancy and Paris (seasonally).
Vittel: where is it located?
Vittel is located in Grand Est, France.
Vittel: what is there to see?
Highlights include Vittel Thermal Park, Grand Hôtel de Vittel, Vittel Thermal Baths.
Vittel: when is the best time to visit?
The most pleasant time to visit is Jun, Aug.
Vittel: why is it worth visiting?
Vittel is a prestigious spa town located in the Vosges department of eastern France, world-renowned for its high-quality mineral water.
Explore with Plizio
Discover more places in Europe
More places in France →
Nearby cities
Le Sablon
A historic district of Metz with a distinct character and a rich Roman past.
Metz-Centre
Metz-Centre is the historic area of the Lorraine city.
Metz
Metz is an elegant city on the Moselle with a grand cathedral, plenty of green space, and a long military and border history.
Mulhouse
Mulhouse is an industrial and museum city in Alsace, known for technology history and its proximity to the three-country border area.
Mulhouse-Centre
Mulhouse-Centre is the historic district of Mülhausen in Alsace.
Nancy-Sud
The southern area of Nancy offers urban development and residential quarters.
Nancy
Nancy is famous for Place Stanislas and for its elegant Art Nouveau-era architecture.
Nancy-Nord
The northern area of Nancy offers urban infrastructure and access to parks within the city.
Colmar
Colmar is a picturesque Alsatian city with canals, half-timbered houses, and a strong wine tradition.
Thionville
Thionville sits on the Moselle near Luxembourg and combines a border location, industrial history, and daily commuting.
Épinal
Épinal is a Vosges city known for its picture prints, printing history, and peaceful river valley.
Saint-Dizier
A historic industrial city on the Marne river, famous for its artistic ironwork and its proximity to the vast Lac du Der.
Chaumont
Chaumont is the capital of the Haute-Marne department, famous for its monumental railway viaduct and as a world center for poster design.
Montbéliard
Montbéliard is a historic industrial city in eastern France, famous for its Württemberg heritage and for being the birthplace of Peugeot.
Illkirch-Graffenstaden
Illkirch-Graffenstaden is a prominent suburb of Strasbourg, characterized by high-tech research, innovation, and a strong industrial past.