Exploring regional nature parks is a way to continue a cross-analysis of the trajectories of France and Germany, towards the construction of more resilient rural territories. Two economic sectors - eco-tourism and sustainable agriculture - are attempting to develop in these areas, leading to conflicting priorities. Exploring regional nature parks is a way to continue a cross-analysis of the trajectories of France and Germany, towards the construction of more resilient rural territories. Two economic sectors - eco-tourism and sustainable agriculture - are attempting to develop in these areas, leading to conflicting priorities.