La Route des Trois Contrées” tourist rally

Between lakes and Vosges ridges, picturesque Alsatian villages and the magic of the Black Forest.
From 24 Apr
to 26 Apr
2026
Drive Enjoy Relax

Discover the Vosges, Alsace and the Black Forest

The Vosges: a massif of gentle curves, deep forests and crystal-clear lakes, the Vosges offers a breath of fresh air and enchantment for all nature lovers. Characteristic villages, perched farm inns, blueberry tarts and farmhouse munster cheese are all on offer in this simple, warm and authentic department.
Alsace: a jewel of vineyards, history and medieval charm. Nestled between the Vosges mountains and the Rhine, southern Alsace is a land of contrasts and timeless charm. Here, villages seem straight out of a fairytale: half-timbered houses, cobbled streets and living traditions!
The Black Forest: authentic, contrasting and relaxing. The Black Forest is exceptionally diverse! Sun-drenched vineyards and deep forests alternate with river landscapes, gorges, valleys and sun-drenched peaks, and its remarkable gastronomy has earned it the reputation of being “Germany’s most beautiful region for the pleasures of life”.
All the makings of a dream epicurean rally!

Ourexclusive
services

Prestige car rental

Want to drive around in an exceptional car? We can put you in touch with Performance GT, the specialist in luxury and sports car rentals (Rolls Royce, Bentley, supercars, etc.).

Transporting your vehicle

Need to transport your vehicle? We'll put you in touch with a carrier specializing in the secure transport of top-of-the-range vehicles.

The
program

9h

Gérardmer

Rendezvous at the Auberge du bord du Lac de Gérardmer for a gourmet coffee.

This will give us the opportunity to give you a warm welcome, to get to know each other and to give you a more detailed insight into our rally.

The Auberge au bord du lac's tranquil setting on the shores of Lake Gérardmer will win you over.

The inn offers a magnificent panoramic view of the lake and the town of Gérardmer on one side, and the fir forest on the other.

9h
10h

Rally start

Then it's time to fire up your V6, V8 and V12 and head for Alsace via the Route des Crêtes, the Col de la Schlucht and Lac Blanc.

After many twists and turns and breathtaking panoramas, we pass through Kaysersberg, a magnificent, typical and authentic Alsatian village.

Then we'll stop off at Riquewihr, nicknamed the pearl of the Alsace vineyards and one of France's Top 10 most beautiful villages.

Riquewihr is a magnificent fortified medieval town with some very fine remains from the Middle Ages: the Dolder Tower, the village's emblem, and the 13th-century double rampart.

10h
12h

Domaine DOPFF cellar

At around 12 noon, we'll set up in the Domaine DOPFF cellar, where you'll have the pleasure of tasting great Alsatian vintages accompanied by plates of charcuterie and local cheeses. Over the years , DOPFF has become one of the most important and, above all, one of the best Alsace Grand Cru appellations.

12h

Haut-Koenigsbourg

We'll be back on the road at around 2.30pm to reach the Château du Haut-Koenigsbourg after a charming ½-hour drive.

Erected in the 12th century, Haut-Koenigsbourg castle has witnessed centuries of conflict and rivalry between lords, kings and emperors.
Dominating the Alsace plain at an altitude of 757 meters, Haut-Koenigsbourg has all the assets of a fortress: a strategic position that was relatively easy to defend in the past, and today an exceptional panorama of the Alsace plain, the Vosges, the Black Forest and sometimes even the Alps.

We'll be back on the road for another 1/2 hour to reach our destination around 5pm.

Dinner at Restaurant Le Parc Hôtel & SPA at 4**** in Obernai

This beautiful Alsatian mansion set in magnificent parkland is the ideal destination for a memorable wellness experience.
Le Parc Hôtel offers 3,500 m² of wellness in 2 unique areas: the Yonasaya Spa and the Yonaguni, which have been named "Best Luxury Spa" in recent years.
We'll enjoy the gourmet restaurant where 2 chefs, Marie and Cyril Bonnard, will concoct an original menu based on local Alsatian produce.

Schwarzwaldhochstraße

After breakfast, we set off at 10 a.m. on the famous Schwarzwaldhochstraße scenic route between Freudenstadt and Baden-Baden.

Rightly considered the oldest and most beautiful tourist route in the Black ForestIt offers panoramic roads, spectacular curves and breathtaking natural beauty.

12:30 to 2 p.m.

We'll stop for lunch at the Mummelsee Black Forest Restaurant.

In an idyllic lakeside setting and warm atmosphere, you'll discover a cuisine prepared with local Baden products.
12:30 to 2 p.m.
15h30

Direction Baden Baden

We take the " High Road of the Black Forest ", a literal translation of the legendary "Schwarzwaldhochstraße", for 60 kms of breathtaking panoramas and scenery.

We arrive in Baden-Baden at around 3.30pm.

Like us, you'll fall in love with Baden-Baden, a city of elegant, luxurious wellness, historic architecture and lush, Riviera-like nature.

Dive into the "good-good life" of Baden-Baden.

Baden-Baden was founded 2,000 years ago to provide its inhabitants and visitors with thermal water at temperatures ranging from 45 to 68°C, gushing from 12 different springs.

15h30
4 to 7 p.m.

Discover Baden-Baden's Roman baths

Discover the sumptuous, recently restored Friedrischbad Roman baths and enjoy a traditional spa experience.

Nb: please note that the Thermes are "textile" on Saturdays.

"After 10 minutes, you forget time and after 20 minutes, the world".

Mark Twain, after his visit to the Friedrichsbad.

4 to 7 p.m.

Dinner, overnight at Hotel Roomers 5***** in Baden-Baden

Immerse yourself in a relaxed, designer atmosphere created by renowned Italian interior designer Piero Lissoni, who has made Roomers the finest design hotel in the region.

Dine on the Roof Top on the fifth floor, offering impressive panoramic views of the Black Forest hills.

You'll first enjoy cocktails expertly concocted by professional mixologists, followed by extravagant, tasty snacks indoors or on the terrace with infinity pool, weather permitting.

9 a.m. to 11 a.m.

Lichtentaler Allee

After breakfast, we'll take advantage of the early morning to stroll through the narrow streets of Baden-Baden and the Lichtentaler Allee (a magnificent waterway running through the town).

We set off again at 11am to reach the Strasbourg region , after having enjoyed the raucous and exhilarating sound of our cars on a few dozen kilometers of the Autobahn.

9 a.m. to 11 a.m.
12:30 to 2:30 p.m.

Lunch and debriefing at Restaurant Au Cheval Noir in Kilstett

village just a few minutes from Strasbourg, the 2 Chefs (2 brothers) Olivier and Eric Ennesser will introduce you to a gastronomy of constantly renewed local flavors.

We'll also be taking advantage of this special moment to share our experiences and emotions from the rally.

12:30 to 2:30 p.m.

Rates for
rally

Solo

3100 incl. VAT for 1 pers.
  • Detail below

Duo

3800 incl. VAT for 2 pers.
  • Detail below

FAQ

At least 5 years’ driving licence B , valid licence

Up-to-date vehicle registration and insurance

2 people max per crew

Vehicle in excellent condition

  • Preparation, preliminary reconnaissance, event organization
  • The Apple CarPay and Android Auto Road Book on Google Maps
  • The printed Road Book
  • Welcome gift box
  • 3 days of driving on roads chosen for their beauty and interest.
  • The presence of the entire EX&EL team throughout the stay.
  • The lead car (Aston Martin DB12) to spot potential hazards, set the pace and ensure safe driving.
  • The broom wagon (Mercedes AMG C63S)
  • The professional videographer with a Drone license to immortalize your experience in photos and videos.
  • Requests to the authorities for overflight authorization (Drone)
  • 2 nights in 4 and 5* hotels and tourist taxes
  • Aperitifs before dinner
  • Breakfasts, lunches and dinners in restaurants, including hot and cold drinks.
  • Tours and tastings
  • Loan of walkie-talkies.
  • Paper and digital photo album and videos
  • Generosity , Conviviality , Serenity
  • The pleasure of meeting and riding together as enthusiasts
  • Personal expenses
  • Optional hotel services
  • Fuel and other products to keep the vehicle running smoothly
  • Mechanical assistance and repatriation service if necessary

I would like to
participate

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Location de GT et Supercars

Nos rallyes vous intéressent mais :

  • Vous n’avez pas de GT ou de Supercar
  • Ou vous souhaitez essayer une autre très belle mécanique le temps d’un rallye

 

Nous vous proposons de louer une magnifique GT ou Supercar parmi les modèles de notre partenaire Performance GT.

Vous pouvez récupérer la voiture : 

  • A votre adresse le jour avant le départ du rallye
  • Ou à l’heure et sur le lieu de départ du rallye.

Il en va de même pour la restitution du véhicule.

Vous n’avez qu’à conduire, profiter et vous détendre !

Service de Transport sécurisé de votre voiture réalisé par nos prestataires référencés

Si vous souhaitez vous ménager et ménager votre belle GT ou Supercar ou si vous êtes trop éloigné du point de départ du rallye, nous proposons de transporter votre voiture :

  • A l’aller depuis le lieu de garage ou depuis les plus grandes villes de France et des pays limitrophes jusqu’au lieu de départ du rallye
  • Au retour depuis le lieu d’arrivée du rallye jusqu’à son lieu de garage ou le lieu défini ensemble à l’aller


Le transport est réalisé :

  • Pour votre voiture seule en remorque fermée ou ouverte au choix,
  • Soit mutualisé avec d’autres voitures qui participent au rallye sur des camions fermés avec une capacité de 6 voitures ou sur des remorques ouvertes avec une capacité de 10 voitures


Le transport de votre voiture fait l’objet d’une attention toute particulière de la part des chauffeurs formés et expérimentés, d’un process professionnel et d’une sécurité renforcée:

  • La prise en charge et la restitution de votre voiture est réalisée de façon professionnelle avec photos et vidéos à l’appui
  • Le chargement et le déchargement sont réalisés avec un sens aiguisé de la précaution et une connaissance approfondie des spécificités propres aux GT et Supercars ( voitures larges, basses , …)
  • Les camions et remorques disposent de systèmes électroniques et de vidéos embarqués assurant l’authentification et la reconnaissance du chauffeur, la géolocalisation en direct, le corridoring (alerte lors de la sortie de l’itinéraire planifié), des levées de doute audio et vidéo, de coupure et de verrouillage à distance par le PC de Télégéosurveillance 24/24

Le transport de votre voiture fait l’objet d’une assurance Ad Valorem .

GT and Supercars rental

Our rallies interest you but :

  • You don’t have a GT or Supercar
  • Or would you like to try out another beautiful machine for a rally?

You can rent a magnificent GT or Supercar from our partner Performance GT.

You can collect the car:

  • To your address the day before the rally starts
  • Or at the time and place of the rally start.

The same applies to the return of the vehicle.

All you have to do is drive, enjoy and relax!

Secure transportation of your car by our approved service providers

If you wish to spare yourself and your beautiful GT or Supercar, or if you are too far from the rally starting point, we offer to transport your car:

  • Outward journey from the garage or from major cities in France and neighbouring countries to the rally starting point
  • On the return journey from the rally finish to the garage or the place defined together on the outward journey.


Transport is carried out :

  • For your car alone in a closed or open trailer,
  • Either shared with other cars taking part in the rally on closed trucks with a capacity of 6 cars or on open trailers with a capacity of 10 cars.


Your car is transported with the utmost care by our trained and experienced drivers, a professional process and reinforced security:

  • Your car is picked up and returned professionally, with photos and videos to back them up.
  • Loading and unloading are carried out with an acute sense of caution and a thorough knowledge of the specific features of GT and Supercars (wide, low-slung cars, etc.).
  • Trucks and trailers are equipped with on-board electronic and video systems for driver authentication and recognition, live geolocation, corridoring (alert when leaving the planned route), audio and video doubt detection, and remote shutdown and locking by the 24/24 Remote Monitoring PC.

The transport of your car is covered by Ad Valorem insurance.

Epicurean rally discovery day

Rallye des Côtes de Meuse "En route pour la vie de château" - Sunday, March 22, 2026

In the heart of the Côtes de Meuse, EXEL Drive offers you a refined automotive escapade, between heritage, the gentle way of life and the region’s emblematic panoramas.
 
Eligible vehicles: Supercars, prestige GTs and vintage sports cars with character.