Discover the Unterlinden Museum in Colmar
French journalist and writer André Hallays (1859-1930) once said: “here dwells the relics of which are…
Browsing: Alsace
5 Christmas Markets on the Alsace Wine Route
The Alsace Wine Route is a scenic itinerary that criss-crosses the Alsatian vineyards from Marlenheim…
Discover the Basel Christmas Market in Switzerland
On the border of France, the Swiss city of Basel (or Basle) hosts Switzerland’s largest Christmas…
Winter and Snow in Southern Alsace
Winter is here at last! For a few days we are visiting Alsace and against all expectations snow…
Mulhouse Carnival
The colourful and vibrant Carnival of Mulhouse has a strong tradition in the Alsace region. In 2017 it celebrated…
Our choice for the Best Christmas market 2016 contest
This year, European Best Destination is launching a contest for the ‘Best Christmas market in Europe’. You…
Châtenois, Alsace
Châtenois (département of Bas-Rhin) is situated on the foothills of the Vosges and is surrounded by the vineyards…
Kintzheim, Alsace
The village of Kintzheim (département of Bas-Rhin) is a popular landmark on the Alsace Wine…
Niedermorschwihr, Alsace
The charming wine village of Niedermorschwihr is situated not far from Turckheim and Colmar on the Alsace…
The summit of the Grand-Ballon in the Vosges
The Grand-Ballon is the highest summit in the Vosges and is situated between the valleys…
A Walking Tour in Kaysersberg, Alsace
Yesterday morning Pierre took Jodie from Australia on a Walking Tour in the old town of Colmar. In…
A morning Walking Tour in Colmar, Alsace
Yesterday morning Pierre took Jodie from Australia on a Walking Tour in the old town of Colmar. It…
Alsace Walking Tours in Summer 2015
In July-August this year we will be staying in the Alsace region for a few…
Ferrette in the Spring
On our last day in Alsace, we chose to drive South of the region to…
Dambach-la-Ville, Alsace
The little town of Dambach-la-Ville (pop. 2,000) lies on the eastern slopes of the Vosges, in the département…