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North Pagan Wall Hike around Mont Sainte-Odile
By Léa Davy

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 […]

Mont Sainte-Odile – A must-see in Alsace
By Laurène Philippot

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 […]

Visit Scherwiller – My tips and ideas for visits
By Laurène Philippot

The village of Scherwiller is located on the Alsace Wine Route, 5 km from Sélestat in the Bas-Rhin. It’s a village that’s not really well known to tourists, and which I discovered when I cycled along the Wine Route. I really fell in love with this place, it is a beautiful village. It is really […]

Visit of Bergheim, village of the Alsace Wine Route
By Laurène Philippot

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 just voted the French People’s Favorite Village in 2022… However, the […]

Visit Rosheim, village of the Wine Route and Romanesque Route
By Laurène Philippot

Rosheim is a pretty village located on the Alsace Wine Route, not far from Obernai, at the foot of the Mont Sainte-Odile. I have already talked about Rosheim several times: for its amazing Venetian carnival, for its green way to Saint-Nabor but also for its Christmas market. Rosheim, a village with a rich architecture Rosheim […]

Visiting Kaysersberg: What to Do in This Gem of the Wine Route?
By Laurène Philippot

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 […]

Visit Sélestat and the surrounding area – 12 things to see and do
By Laurène Philippot

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, […]

Visiting Obernai and the Surrounding Area – My Complete Guide to Making Sure You Don’t Miss a Thing
By Laurène Philippot

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 […]

Visiting Riquewihr in Alsace: My Complete Guide to the “Pearl of the Vineyards”
By Laurène Philippot

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 picture-perfect setting so stunning it seems almost unreal. Admittedly, the village is a victim of its own […]