In the heart of Alsace, just 7 km from Colmar, the village of Eguisheim seems like something out of a fairytale. With its colorful half-timbered houses, cobblestone streets, and facades covered in flowers, it is the epitome of the authentic charm of Alsatian villages. An ideal destination to wander around and soak up the atmosphere […]
Hunawihr is a picturesque village nestled along the famous Alsace Wine Route. In the autumn, its fortified church, vineyards in blazing colors and half-timbered houses make it an absolute must-see. Hunawihr is one of the gems of the Alsace Wine Route, and a perfect addition to a day trip to Kaysersberg and Riquewihr, located are […]
Located in southwestern Germany, about an hour from Strasbourg, Baden-Baden is a lovely and verdant spa town. We were charmed by its pleasant and relaxed atmosphere. The thermal baths of Baden-Baden, such as the Friedrichsbad and Caracalla Spa, which covers over 5000 m², are world renowned. The healing and relaxing properties of the thermal water, […]
Heidelberg has everything you’d expect from a picture-perfect postcard town in the heartland of German Romanticism. Its castle perched on a hill, Old Town with Baroque architecture, and Old Bridge spanning the river Neckar have inspired numerous artists, like Goethe, Schumann, Turner and Twain. This town in southwestern Germany is known for its rich heritage, […]
Explore Colmar, a day trip less than an hour away from Strasbourg. This beautiful town, whose heritage spans from the Middle Ages to the 19th century, is one of the most prized gems of Alsace. Colmar is easy to reach from Strasbourg, either by car or by train. More than 40 trains shuttle between the […]
Starting from the village of Le Hohwald, enjoy a nice hike through forests and hillside landscapes. This round-trip hike is about 9 km long, taking around 2,5 to 3 hours along marked and well-maintained trails. Starting point: Le Hohwald. You will find several free, small parking lots around the village (by the post office, across from the Grand Hôtel, […]
A day trip less than 100 km from Strasbourg, through the vineyards of Mittelbergheim. After having visited Kaysersberg and Riquewihr, two iconic villages along la Route des Vins d’Alsace (the Alsace Wine Route), we wanted to explore more of the region’s vineyards. Mittelbergheim is a charming little winegrowing village located on a beautiful hillside, around […]
A day trip less than 100 km from Strasbourg, exploring 2 iconic villages along the Alsace Wine Route (Route des Vins d’Alsace). As we leave Strasbourg on a hazy autumn morning, the sun is barely peeking through the layer of low-hanging clouds. But in an instant the fog clears, as though someone has drawn back […]
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