Spring in Alsace is magnificent. Nature is reborn, the villages are filled with flowers, the vineyards turn green again, and it is not too hot. An ideal time to visit Alsace and explore the region by bike!
Summer is the peak tourist season. It is therefore busier, but it is well worth it. The weather is generally warm and sunny, the vineyards are laden with beautiful bunches of grapes, and all of Alsace is in bloom. And if it gets too hot, there is nothing like a trip to the Vosges to cool off. Strasbourg is Alsace's best-known city, and visiting it is a must. Strasbourg Cathedral is one of the region's most iconic symbols and a source of pride for the Alsatians. Strasbourg's city centre, known as "Petite France", is very pleasant and perfect for strolling through its medieval atmosphere, thanks to the half-timbered houses typical of Alsace.
From September to October, it is the harvest season! Gradually, the vineyards turn from green to yellow-orange. The colours are superb, and the weather is still pleasant.
A wonderful time to visit Alsace! Head to Colmar, nestled in the heart of the Alsace Wine Route. Drift along the waters of the Lauch in a flat-bottomed boat to enjoy the charms of Bartholdi's city. The reward? A unique view of the half-timbered facades in the romantic district of Petite Venise.
The end of the year is marked by the Christmas markets, which are also a peak tourist season. Alsace is a magical region at Christmas time: numerous Christmas markets in towns and villages, beautifully decorated houses, and everything else contributes to a fairytale atmosphere.
In winter, the tourist season is quiet. Alsace is a little bleak, except in the mountains. The season is ideal for skiing, snowshoeing, dog sledding, and more... The Vosges resorts are small family-friendly destinations, but there is plenty to keep you entertained, especially as the scenery is superb! What's more, prices are much more affordable than in the Alps.
This is also an incredible time to visit the most famous castle and one of the most visited monuments in Alsace: Haut-Koenigsbourg Castle. A visit to the castle is an unforgettable highlight of any trip to Alsace. It welcomes more than half a million visitors every year! It is one of the most visited monuments in France.
For wine lovers, we recommend the Alsace Wine Route. Do not hesitate to visit and taste the wonderful certified organic wines of Domaine Schmitt et Carrer, where you will receive a warm welcome from Sylvie and Anne-Cécile Carrer. The family grows all seven regional grape varieties and produces three of the 51 Alsatian Grands Crus. (Domaine Schmitt et Carrer 11 Place du Lieutenant Dutilh 68240 Kientzheim)
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