Among the places to visit in Alsace is Strasbourg, the region’s and a European capital, home to the European Parliament, open to the public. When in Strasbourg, one must take a trip on the Ill River and discover the beautiful historic center known as “Petite France” from a different perspective. You can also let yourself ►
Among the places to visit in Alsace is Strasbourg, the region’s and a European capital, home to the European Parliament, open to the public. When in Strasbourg, one must take a trip on the Ill River and discover the beautiful historic center known as “Petite France” from a different perspective. You can also let yourself be blinded by the stunning Strasbourg Cathedral and its astronomical clock, dating from 1843.
Your next stop could be Colmar, a charming town in the heart of the Alsace wine region. It is famous for its picturesque old town, which features cobblestone streets and small canals, giving Colmar its nickname of “little Venice”. One of the city’s highlights is the Unterlinden Museum, which houses an impressive collection of artwork, including the famous Isenheim Altarpiece.
If you want to experience the taste of Alsace, you could head to Riquewihr or Ribeauvillé. The first town hides behind its medieval walls, the home of the crémant d’Alsace, and the second will tell you the legend of the Kougelhopf, a delicious pastry that you can enjoy at every hour of the day and which is said to have been invented by the Three Wise Men. Both of these towns are located on the Alsace Wine Route. This scenic drive takes you through some of the region’s most beautiful vineyards and villages, like Eguisheim, one of the most beautiful towns in France, or Kaysersberg and its ancient castle.
Travel back in time in the halls of the Haut-Koenigsbourg Castle, a stunning medieval castle in the Vosges Mountains. The castle was initially built in the 12th century but was destroyed during the Thirty Years War. It was later restored in the 20th century and is now open to visitors.
Enjoy a moment of calm and serenity above the Vosges mountains on top of the Mont Saint Odile in Obernai. The Ecomusée d’Alasace reflects both the French and the German cultures. It is a museum in open air, set out like an Alsatian village from the early 20th century. And to discover all about the region’s history, you can stop at the Alsace-Moselle Memorial. This museum wishes to teach about the events that shaped Alsace and its inhabitants.
The Alsace region is particularly magical during the Advent season. The area is famous for its traditional Christmas markets, which are held in almost every town and village. The markets are filled with stalls selling local crafts, Christmas decorations, and delicious food and drink, including mulled wine and gingerbread. The streets are decorated with thousands of lights, and visitors can enjoy carol singing and other festive activities. The largest and most famous Christmas market is held in Strasbourg, attracting visitors from all over the world. If you wish to experience a smaller Christmas market, you can let Colmar charm you, or you can choose to experience the numerous magical towns of Alsace, where Christmas celebrations are held and will allow you to experience the festive atmosphere and unique traditions. ◄
