Alsace

Travel Guide

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Alsace
Alsace
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In this area bordering two countries, the influence on culture and tradition is rich. Explore the relatively small region for its numerous attractions.

Bordering Germany and Switzerland, Alsace, in France’s Grand Est region, is a melting pot of features. In terms of food, the pizza-like Alsatian tarte flambée is symbolic of the junction of nations, with toppings of sausage, cheese and onion. The small region, encompassing a very small percentage of France’s size, has lakes and rivers with a sizable fish population. Visit southern Alsace to travel the Fried Carp Route, where the specialty takes advantage of the species’ abundance.

Pair delicious dishes with the region’s riesling and gewürztraminer wines, which are produced particularly well in the mountainous Vosges territory.

Go from village to storybook village, such as Riquewihr and Colmar. Eguisheim has three concentric circles of half-timbered houses built around a castle in a medieval-style location.

With so much natural beauty and quaintness in the area, consider renting a bicycle or electric bike and tour well-marked trails. Stay overnight at a farmhouse inn on the 48-mile (77-kilometer) Crest Road that connects Cernay with Sainte-Marie-aux-Mines.

Interspersed on the Vosges plains are lofty peaks with castles, nunneries and chapels on their pinnacles. Mont Sainte-Odile Abbey in Obernai is a mountain worth visiting, with an added attraction of the 7-mile (11-kilometer) Pagan Wall. No one is quite sure who built it. Visit the impressive 12th-century castle Château du Haut-Koenigsburg in Orschwiller with its lofty views. Inside are medieval displays and tapestries.

Glass designer René Lalique came from Alsace. He developed his glassworks in Wingen-sur-Moder, now the site of the Musée Lalique.

In Mulhouse, the Museum of Printed Textiles showcases regional and global designs through its archive of 6 million patterns.

Plan on visiting Cité du Train, one of the world’s largest locomotive museums, with dozens of exhibits of trains and paraphernalia.

In Alsace’s lively yet peaceful capital city, Strasbourg, is the massive 11th-century Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Strasbourg, equipped with a detailed astronomical clock.

Travel to Alsace for a multi-faceted vacation in its countryside, towns and cities.

Where to stay in Alsace

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City-Centre - Petite France

Travelers love City-Centre - Petite France for its stunning cathedral, and you can see more of Strasbourg by jumping on the metro at Langstross Grand'Rue Tram Station or Place Broglie Tram Stop. You might spend time checking out top sights like Place Kléber and Kammerzell House.

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Colmar which includes signage

Colmar Centre Ville

Colmar Centre Ville is noteworthy for its historic sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Bartholdi Museum and Colmar Christmas Market.

Colmar Centre Ville
Colmar which includes signage

Old Town Colmar

Unique features of Old Town Colmar include the historic sites and coffeehouses. Make a stop by Bartholdi Museum or Colmar Christmas Market while you're exploring the area.

Old Town Colmar
Our Lady of Strasbourg Cathedral showing heritage architecture, night scenes and a church or cathedral

Historic Center

Consider a visit to Kammerzell House and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in Historic Center. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Place Broglie Tram Stop or Langstross Grand'Rue Tram Station.

Historic Center
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Petite-France

Spend some time visiting places like Covered Bridge while getting to know Petite-France, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at Alt Winmarik Tram Station or Langstross Grand'Rue Tram Station to see more of the area.

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Quartier de la Gare

While you're in Quartier de la Gare, take in top sights like Train Station Square or Vauban Dam, and hop on the metro to see more the city at Faubourg National Tram Station or Gare Centrale Tram Station.

Quartier de la Gare
Hotel Tandem - Boutique Hotel
Hotel Tandem - Boutique Hotel
4 out of 5
2, place de la gare, Strasbourg
The price is P6,021 per night from 16 Mar to 17 Mar
P6,021
P6,971 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 16 - Mar 17
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Strasbourg. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (761 reviews)
"Charming boutique hotel with a bicycle theme. Rooms are small but well appointed. The staff was very friendly and helpful. This hotel is ideal if you arrive in Strasbourg by train yet still only a ten minute walk into the old town. Busses and streetcars are also close nearby for further travel. The ..."

Reviewed on Feb 17, 2025

Hotel Tandem - Boutique Hotel
Maison Rouge Strasbourg Hotel&Spa, Autograph Collection
Maison Rouge Strasbourg Hotel&Spa, Autograph Collection
5 out of 5
4 Rue Des Francs Bourgeois, Strasbourg
The price is P9,964 per night from 5 Mar to 6 Mar
P9,964
P11,429 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 5 - Mar 6
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Strasbourg. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (305 reviews)
"Great hotel, excellent location amidst shopping. Department store is next door. The only negative is they charge for use of spa. Should be included with price of hotel"

Reviewed on Jan 25, 2025

Maison Rouge Strasbourg Hotel&Spa, Autograph Collection
Hotel Rohan
Hotel Rohan
4 out of 5
17-19 Rue Du Maroquin, Strasbourg, Bas-Rhin
The price is P5,861 per night from 23 Feb to 24 Feb
P5,861
P6,795 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 23 - Feb 24
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Strasbourg. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (970 reviews)
"Hotel Rohan es un excelnte hotel ubicado a pocos pasos de la Catedral en una zona peatonal. Es un hotel pequeño pero maravilloso."

Reviewed on Feb 5, 2025

Hotel Rohan
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Odalys City Colmar La Rose d'Argent
Odalys City Colmar La Rose d'Argent
4 out of 5
15 Avenue d Alsace, Angle rue Grillenbreit, Colmar, Haut-Rhin
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Colmar. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (951 reviews)
"Good sized room with comfortable bed. Good breakfast. Just a few minutes walk to the old city center, which was perfect to view the Christmas decorations and Christmas markets. We didn’t swim, but the pool would be a great plus in summer. Staff was efficient, although not overly friendly. Decor in ..."

Reviewed on Dec 20, 2024

Odalys City Colmar La Rose d'Argent
City Residence Access Strasbourg
City Residence Access Strasbourg
2 out of 5
11 rue des magasins, Strasbourg
Stay at this aparthotel in Strasbourg. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,274 reviews)
"Good value for the price that we paid. A bit away from all the actions."

Reviewed on Dec 27, 2024

City Residence Access Strasbourg
Citadines Eurometropole Strasbourg
Citadines Eurometropole Strasbourg
4 out of 5
11 Allée de l'Euro, Oberhausbergen, Bas-Rhin
Stay at this 4-star spa aparthotel in Oberhausbergen. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (227 reviews)
"Great place to relax and good family time"

Reviewed on Dec 30, 2024

Citadines Eurometropole Strasbourg
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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