Spring stay in the forest: reopening of the Cabanes des Grands Lacs on 20 March

On March 20, the Cabanes des Grands Lacs have reunited with their travelers for a new season in Haute-Saône, between forest and lakes. Spring is surely the best season: the hilltop huts offer a striking immersion in the trees, while the huts on stilts, at the edge of the water, seduce by their contemporary silhouette and their very photogenic character.

The return of sunny days in a large natural area

In spring, the estate comes back to life with softer light, fresh mornings, longer days and nature that becomes sonorous again. Les Cabanes des Grands Lacs extend over 150 hectares of forest and lakes, in a deliberately preserved environment, about 45 minutes from Besançon. This reopening on March 20 marked the return of a stay where people come as much to sleep in a cabin as to slow down, walk, observe, read, breathe and find a simpler rhythm.

This period works particularly well for travelers looking for an exotic weekend without waiting for summer. Spring gives the landscape a more intimate, quieter, almost confidential atmosphere. It is also the moment when the perched huts and the huts on stilts find their perfect fit: the former for their feeling of refuge in the trees, the latter for their direct relationship to water and reflections.

Two ways to experience spring between forest and lakes

The estate has 29 huts, divided between Tree houses, floating huts and huts on stilts. Floating huts naturally retain a strong power of attraction, especially when the summer season sets in.

The perched huts are aimed at travelers who first seek the forest. They do not all claim a contemporary style, but they offer something else: a real feeling of escape, a more authentic, more immersive experience, focused on the trees, the height and the silence. They are very suitable for a spring break for two, when the first desire is to cut yourself off from the daily rhythm.

The huts on stilts, on the other hand, naturally lend themselves to a more visual angle. Placed at the edge of the water or in the immediate vicinity of the lakes, they accurately capture morning light, mists and reflections at the end of the day. The most recent ones have a contemporary line that allows for a more designer discourse.

Comfort designed for disconnection

Aux Cabanes des Grands Lacs, comfort remains linked to the idea of reconnecting with nature. The cabins are equipped with dry toilets, heating, full bedding, and breakfast included. Depending on the accommodations, there is also a water reserve. Private showers and classic toilets are grouped together at the eco-hut, which is an integral part of the experience on some cabins. The spa huts have additional equipment such as electricity, a coffee machine, bathrobes and a heated Nordic bath.

This approach appeals to travelers who want to get away from the classic hotel stay without giving up essential comforts. It works well in spring, when you are looking for a simpler, but neat break.

The estate can also enrich the stay with gourmet baskets, massages and wellness moments that prolong the sensation of being cut.

What to do on site in spring

The stay isn't just about the cabin. Spring is also a very good season to enjoy the site and its surroundings. The estate highlights walks, cycling, the discovery of the territory, biodiversity and Nature activities.

The estate is also an ideal starting point for exploring the region. You can consider walking or cycling, canoeing in season, visits to castles and heritage sites, or simply stroll through the surrounding villages and as far as Vesoul or Besançon.

This environment extends the stay without complicating it. One can come for a night or two, stay on the estate and just enjoy the view, or build a short, more active program. This is precisely what makes staying in spring attractive: the experience works as well as a peaceful retreat as well as a base for exploring the region.

Key Facts

• Reopening of the domain on March 20.
  
  
• 29 huts in total on an area of 150 hectares.
  
  
• Distribution of the offer: 13 perched huts, 10 floating huts and 6 huts on stilts.
  
  
• Stays for 2 to 6/7 people, in duo, with family or friends.
  
  
• The huts on stilts at the edge of the water are the most suitable for a contemporary and photogenic angle.
  
  
• Perched huts value immersion in the forest more than the design register.
  
  
• Breakfast included, dry toilets in the cabin and private showers in the eco-hut depending on the accommodation.
  
  
• A committed domain, certified European Ecolabel since 2024.
  
  

FAQS

When do the Cabanes des Grands Lacs reopen?

The reopening of the domain is scheduled for March 20. It is the starting point for the spring season.

Which cabin should you choose for a stay in spring?

For an immersion in the forest, the perched huts are very coherent. For a more visual experience, at the water's edge, the huts on stilts are particularly attractive in spring.

Are all the cabins designer?

The perched and floating huts are more authentic. They focus primarily on escape and nature. The huts on stilts, especially the most recent ones, carry a contemporary register more clearly.

What comfort should be provided?

The domain offers comfort deliberately oriented towards disconnection. Depending on the cabin, the experience includes dry toilets, water reserve and access to private showers in the eco-hut. Some spa huts have a heated Nordic bath.

What to do around the huts in spring?

Spring is ideal for walks, cycling, discovering biodiversity, heritage visits and To nature activities in the vicinity. The estate also offers gourmet and wellness experiences.