Alsace
Castles built on the tops of the Vosges, picturesque villages, cities prominent, remarkable historical heritage, the fortifications of Vauban classified World Heritage Site by UNESCO, the majesty of the Rhine, a region of food and wine of the highest quality, all this and much more constitute the heritage that the region offers to the tourists and that will help make your stay in Alsace a memorable moment.
Crossroads of Europe, bounded on the west by thethe Vosgesand by the east from the Rhine River, the natural border with Germany and Switzerland, Alsace unites both the French and German cultures, and is where the word Heritage rhymes with History.
Alsace tells his story through its many castles, dating back to the ages.
The remains of the ruins of the castles that stand out along the Vosges in Alsace countryside, reflect the strategic importance of the region in the Middle Ages.
Do not miss the Castle of Hohlandsbourg Haut-Rhin and the Castle of Lichtenberg Bas-Rhin beautifully restored.
The spectacular castle of Haut-Koenigsbourg stands on a rocky outcrop about 800 meters, completely renovated in 1908, and offers a superb view over the plain of Alsace, and the valleys of the Vosges, the Black Forest, and on a clear day, the view stretches to the Alps.
Discover another piece of history Alsatian, visiting its rich religious heritage whose most famous monument is the monastery of Mont St Odile, ranked Grand Site de France.
Many of the remains on the soil Alsatian, date back to the first event of the 1870 war and later to the First World War: trenches Hartmannswillerkopf, European Centre for Deported Resistance, or even the Memorial Struthof Alsace-Moselle that reflects the history of the region until the Franco-German reconciliation in 1870 and the European reconstruction.
Many cities and towns, classified among the most beautiful of France, have preserved the art of French living that you can touch during your stay in the region.
In Strasbourg, after visiting the famous cathedral of Notre Dame, you can walk along the River Ill, in the district of La Petite France and discover the cultural heritage, like the the Museum of Fine Arts.
In the Alsatian Museum you can discover the traditional life of the region from the Seventeenth to the Twentieth century.
In Colmar, the Museum of Unterlinden and the superb Isenheim Altarpiece are a must and you cannot resist the charm of the picturesque Little Venice and the Maison Pfister.
In Mulhouse, you will discover the world of travel between the Cité de l'Automobile, and the City Train.
Known for its exceptional simplicity, the Wine Route invites you to discover the region and its wineries and will reveal the secrets and flavors of grapes including Sylvaner, Pinot white, black or gray, wines such as Riesling and Gewurztraminer ...
But it does not end here, Alsace is also known for its five nature reserves, including the Regional Natural Park of Ballons des Vosges and the North Vosges where 17 000 km of marked trails await you for a sporting holiday.
Treat yourself to even a cruise on the Rhine or on the Grand Canal and enjoy the green banks of these rivers.
In winter, the Vosges are waiting for you to practice all winter sports in the 11 ski resorts in the region.
After the sport practicing, you can enjoy a gourmet meal in the famous "winstubs", and try local dishes including kouglof côtoie, the baeckeofe, the tarte flambée (flammekueche) et dishes based on Munster.
Bontourism®, The Art of Traveling to Alsace