Turckheim is one of my favorite villages on the Alsace Wine Route. It’s located right next to Colmar, and yet many visitors are content to visit Eguisheim, Ribeauvillé, or Riquewihr and miss out on Turckheim. That’s a real shame because this village is charming and boasts an incredible architectural heritage! The Essentials at a Glance […]
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 […]
If you’re looking for the quintessential Alsatian postcard scene, Eguisheim is a must-see destination you won’t want to miss, just 15 minutes from Colmar. Ranked among the Most Beautiful Villages of France and famous for its unique medieval layout that winds like a “snail,” this little gem on the Wine Route instantly charms visitors with […]