From the Vosges mountains to the Rhine, Northern Alsace enjoys a great reputation. At the crossroads of the German and Latin worlds, the region's historical heritage is lovingly nurtured and the European flag is proudly flown. In Northern Alsace, nature, the land and culture are all intricately linked.
Here, a strong identity founded on an art of living is solidly preserved through festivals and traditions, including decorating the houses, villages and towns with a bounty of flowers earning Northern Alsace its top-ranking reputation in this field.
A gastronomy famous worldwide, a remarkably rich historical heritage, a particularly warm welcome – Northern Alsace brings you all the best of the region in the most beautiful setting. To set off on a tour of discovery at your own pace, let your inspiration be your guide – fantastic surprises await you in each village.
Northern Alsace offers you a broad spectrum of landscapes:
the plain, bordered to the East by the Rhine, a mythical,
majestic river, the foothills decked with vineyards producing
vintage wines, the Vosges mountains, culminating at an
altitude of 1,100 metres, with Mediaeval fortresses overlooking
the green valleys...
In summer, you can choose from a myriad bathing places and aquatic centres to go for a refreshing swim, and in winter the mountain peaks are an open invitation to go cross-country skiing, downhill skiing and rambling with snowshoes. With 6,500 km of signposted trails, 650 km of trails reserved for cycle trails and 1,150 km for mountain bikes, Northern Alsace is a genuine paradise for sports and leisure activities.
With its long history of many cultural influences, Northern Alsace cultivates its traditions and loves the good life. The wealth and diversity of its gastronomic delights, the charming flower-decked villages, popular festivals so important to village life, and fascinating museums are all great opportunities to discover the living traditions of Alsace!
Influenced by many cultures, Northern Alsace bears witness to the historical role of the Rhine basin. You can relive the era of the gallant knights by visiting the numerous castles. Travel through time and relive the legends of the builders of the myriad churches, chapels and historical buildings. Let the excitement of these eras take you away – not forgetting the countless museums catering for all tastes and the more conventional sites to explore.
Strasbourg, the 7th ranking town in France, listed as part of the world heritage by UNESCO, offers you 2000 years of history, an exceptionally imposing, yet delicately carved Cathedral and many other exciting places to visit. Strasbourg became the Capital of Europe in the wake of the second world war, and today is a symbol of the reconciliation between nations.
Marne
( 51 )
An holyday rental for 200 €
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Tarn
( 81 )
From the Montagne Noire, the southern tip of the Massif Central, to the wide, tranquil plains of the Agout and Tarn rivers, and from the rugged unspoilt Ségala region to the rounded hills of the Vaurais, gateway to the sprawling plains of the Lauragais, the Tarn offers an enormou...
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Destination:
Bas Rhin
