A mysterious old wall with moss-covered stones, impressive castle ruins, a magnificent view over the Alsace plain, animal sculptures to be found along the way… The North Pagan Wall trail, around Mont Sainte-Odile in the heights of Ottrott, is truly one of my favorite hikes! My summary I liked I liked less Hiking map and […]
Visiting the Mont Sainte-Odile is one of the must-dos of a visit to Alsace. Located on the heights of Obernai and Rosheim, it must be said that the place is impressive. There’s a beautiful abbey here, with a superb view of the Alsace Plain and Black Forest on one side, and the Vosges mountains on […]
The village of Scherwiller is located on the Alsace Wine Route, 5 km from Sélestat in the Bas-Rhin department. It’s actually a village that’s relatively unknown to tourists, and I discovered it while cycling along the Wine Route. I really fell in love with this place—it’s a magnificent village. It’s definitely worth taking the time […]
Bergheim is a charming village located on the Alsace Wine Route, not far from Colmar. Though less well-known than other villages like Kaysersberg or Riquewihr, Bergheim is no less worth a visit… Personally, I absolutely fell in love with it! In fact, it was voted the French People’s Favorite Village in 2022. The essentials at […]
Rosheim is a charming village located on the Alsace Wine Route, not farfrom Obernai, at the foot of Mont Sainte-Odile. I’ve mentioned Rosheim to you several times before: for its amazing Venetian carnival, for its greenway leading to Saint-Nabor, and also for its Christmas market. The essentials at a glance My Review of Rosheim I […]
Visiting Kaysersberg (which means “Emperor’s Mountain”) is an absolute must during a trip to Alsace. Voted France’s Favorite Village in 2017, this gem on the Wine Route, located just a short distance from Colmar, exudes incredible charm with its cobblestone streets, fortified bridge, and medieval castle that proudly overlooks the vineyards. It’s simple: it’s one […]
How about I take you on a tour of Sélestat? Sélestat is an Alsatian town located between Colmar and Obernai, at the foot of the famous Château du Haut-Koenigsbourg. It’s the fourth-largest town in Alsace, yet it remains relatively unknown to tourists. Yet it’s a charming town with beautiful buildings, including the incredible Humanist Library, […]
Obernai is a small town located on the Alsace Wine Route, between Colmar and Strasbourg, which I highly recommend you visit. It’s one of the must-see stops on any trip to Alsace, and for good reason: Obernai is a lively, charming town with plenty to offer! Ideally, plan on spending at least half a day […]
Rightly nicknamed “The Pearl of the Vineyards,” Riquewihr is an absolute must-see on any trip to Alsace. Ranked among the Most Beautiful Villages of France, this ancient fortified medieval town, located just 30 minutes from Colmar, offers a postcard-perfect setting so idyllic that it seems almost unreal. Admittedly, the village is a victim of its […]