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Cycling tour between forest and vineyards around Guebwiller (25km)
By Laurène Philippot

Here’s a lovely cycling loop that lets you enjoy both the atmosphere of the Vosges forest and the Alsatian vineyards. The local loop 924 of Alsace à vélo, entitled “Le chemin des Celtes” offers a beautiful variety of landscapes in only 25km. There is a little bit of elevation gain (about 350m), which makes it […]

Sporty bike tour around Marlenheim (33km)
By Laurène Philippot

Watch out— this is a real favorite! Here’s the Alsace bike loop called “King Dagobert’s Vineyard.” It’s a funny name, isn’t it? Actually, it’s called that because King Dagobert owned a palace and vineyards in this part of Alsace, centered around Marlenheim, which is none other than the northern gateway to the Alsace Wine Route. […]

Cycling tour around Sélestat (47km)
By Laurène Philippot

I tested the 620 local loop in Alsace by bike, titled “Medieval Towns and Remarkable Churches.” If I had to suggest a route for a first day of exploring Alsace by bike, this is one of the ones I’d recommend. This 47-km route , with 260 meters of elevation gain, truly lets you discover Alsace […]

Bike tour around Kaysersberg (20km)
By Laurène Philippot

If you are looking for a bike ride on the Alsace Wine Route that is accessible to all, this itinerary should please you! This is the local loop BL320 “La décapole par vignes et coteaux”, a magnificent walk of around 20km, with only 150m of ascent. A real favorite! The essentials at a glance My […]

Strasbourg’s 5 best chocolatiers (our favourites!)
By Céline Honoré

Chocolate bars, pralines, confections, and gourmet treats, along with original creations for Easter and Christmas—here are a few recommendations for excellent artisan chocolatiers where you can find a little happiness in every bar. In our opinion, these are the best chocolatiers in Strasbourg! Whether you’re looking for a gift or simply want to treat yourself, […]

Where to eat Alsatian in Strasbourg? My 6 favorite winstubs
By Céline Honoré

In Alsace, it’s no secret that we’ve got a good fork! While some Alsatian restaurants should be avoided because they’re clearly geared to tourists, here’s a list of our top winstubs in Strasbourg: these are our go-to places for Alsatian food. In Strasbourg, there’s a fine line between a real winstub and a tourist trap, […]

Visit Strasbourg in 1 day – My ideal program
By Laurène Philippot

Want to visit Strasbourg in 1 day? Of course, it’s quite quick, but don’t panic, you’ll already have time to get a good overview of the Alsatian capital! Strasbourg is a city that’s easy to visit on foot: ideal for a day of discovery…In this blog post, I’ll give you my program of visits to […]

All you need to know about Strasbourg’s Place Kléber: a must-see in the city center
By Laurène Philippot

The true heart of Strasbourg, Place Kléber is an essential thoroughfare on the Grande Île, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Between the emblematic Grand Sapin de Noël and the elegant façade of the Aubette, I’ll take you on a journey to discover the history and secrets of this central square, with my local eye! Practical […]

Visit Strasbourg’s Parc de l’Orangerie: my complete guide
By Céline Honoré

If there’s one place where everyone agrees, it’s the Parc de l’Orangerie. More than just a 26-hectare green space, it’s the sacred Sunday rendezvous of the people of Strasbourg, the kingdom of storks and the scene of a magical spring bloom between magnolias and Japanese cherry trees. But make no mistake: far from resting on […]