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What to do in Alsace in winter? Let me reassure you: even if it’s not the best time to visit Alsace (with the obvious exception of the unmissable Alsatian Christmas markets), there are plenty of things to do! In winter, we tend to go for nature activities to take advantage of the snow in the […]

As you know, I love spas in Alsace! And just as well, we’ve got a great wellness offering in Alsace. I went to test the Spa de la Colline, which is the spa of the Hôtel Bollenberg in Westhalten. My summary I liked I liked less An idyllic situation Westhalten is located near Rouffach (roughly […]

Did you know that there is probably one of the most beautiful churches in eastern France in the middle of the Alsace plain in the Bas-Rhin? I recommend a visit toEbersmunster Abbey, an incredible Baroque church! It’s located in Ebersmunster, a small village in the Alsatian Ried not far from Sélestat . Origin of the […]

Would you like to visit a distillery in Alsace? There’s plenty to choose from, as eaux de vie are a tradition in Alsace. Here’s a selection of distillery tours we’ve tested and approved 🙂 Meyer Distillery Museum – Distiller’s House in Châtenois The Distiller’s House is a small private museum dedicated to Alsatian fruit brandies […]

The Sulzbad thermal spa is located in Wolxheim, north of the Alsace Wine Route. But Sulzbad is above all the baths of Soultz-les-Bains! Sulzbad is a small, simple and intimate thermal spa, far from the big spas in Alsace, but one I love going to! My summary I liked I liked less A thermal spa […]

Along with Colmar and Strasbourg, the Kaysersberg Christmas market is certainly one of the best known in Alsace… But also one of my favorites! It is one of the most beautiful Christmas markets in Alsace. In this article, I give you my tips and good addresses to take advantage of it! My summary I liked […]

Quatzenheim is a small village 15 minutes from Strasbourg. A superb little traditional Alsatian Christmas market, called Les Fermes de Noël, is held here every year for one evening. My summary I liked I liked less When will the Quatzenheim Christmas market be held in 2025? The Quatzenheim Christmas Market takes place on the 2nd […]

Ah, the perilous race for Christmas presents… To help you, here’s a short list of Christmas gifts that are 100% Alsace! These are ideas for objects made in or near Alsace, stores where you can find local creations or fun things to do in the region. 1. Local designer boutiques Here’s a great way to […]

The Kochersberg region lies to thewest of Strasbourg. Here, there are no huge Christmas markets throughout the month, and no mulled wine flowing freely: most Christmas activities are the initiatives of local people. If you want to experience the Christmas markets as the Alsatians do, the Kochersberg can be an excellent option… And to guide […]