Here are 5 good reasons to visit Alsace

Alsace is counted among the most beautiful regions of France.

Our region is particularly known for our Christmas markets, tourist sites, and gastronomy!

1. The Vineyard

Photo credit: Eileen Berry

The Alsatian vineyard extends from North to South of Alsace, from Strasbourg to Mulhouse, over a total production area of 15,600 hectares spread over 119 municipalities.

It is in the heart of the Rhine plain that the Alsace wine production area is located.

The entire vineyard is covered over a length of 170 kilometers, notably the Alsace Wine Route.

The vineyard of Guebwiller is undoubtedly one of the most striking in Alsace with an altitude ranging from 250 to 390 meters.

Discover the Schlumberger estate that operates and vinifies 130 hectares of vineyards, half of which are spread over 4 Grands Crus, Kitterlé, Kessler, Saering, and Spiegel since 1810.

Are you passing through Guebwiller? Do you want to take a wine cellar tour in Guebwiller and discover our vines and our wines? Book a visit to our vineyards here: https://www.ruedesvignerons.com/fr/region/vignoble-alsace

2. The Castles

Between some gourmet stops on the Wine Route and our traditional villages, come explore the castles of Alsace. Our region boasts several castles to visit, each more beautiful than the other!

Haut-Koenigsbourg Castle

Photo credit: Haut-Koenigsbourg website

Hohlandsbourg Castle

Photo credit: Hohlandsbourg website

3. Restaurants

Alsace is also known for its gastronomy.

This year, 3 Alsatian restaurants earned their first Michelin star. The three establishments to have received this high gastronomic distinction are located in the Bas-Rhin department. They are the "Enfin" in Barr, "De:ja" in Strasbourg, and the "Relais de la Poste" in La Wantzenau.

Alsacian, Cyril Kocher was awarded the 2023 Michelin prize for sommelier. The sommelier, who describes himself as "a wine tourist and a talented assembler," practices his profession at the Thierry Schwartz restaurant in Obernai, Bas-Rhin.

According to Tripadvisor, here are the best restaurants in Guebwiller:

  1. La Taverne du Vigneron
  2. L'Auberge du Vallon
  3. A Gueta
  4. La petite Auberge
  5. Pâtisserie Dany Husser
  6. Restaurant du Cercle Saint Léger
  7. Au Petit Gourmet
  8. L'AO - L'Aigle d'Or
  9. Le Palais Impérial
  10. Les Terrasses

4. Museums

In Alsace, we have numerous museums! Contemporary art museums, technical industry museums, science and nature museums, historical museums, ... bring together a staggering number of masterpieces: collections that testify to the cultural richness of the region. Whether playful or encyclopedic, a trip to one of the region's museums is a must!

Find the complete list of museums here: https://www.visit.alsace/culture-et-traditions/musees/

Mulhouse Automobile Museum

Photo credit: Mulhouse Automobile Museum website

5. Leisure Activities

In Alsace, there is no shortage of fun and original activities to discover with friends or family!

For adrenaline junkies, you can opt for tree climbing, paragliding, or bungee jumping.

Our beautiful region also offers magnificent landscapes, numerous urban activities: treasure hunts, rallies, tastings, laser tag, summer tobogganing, or even amusement parks including Europa-Park.

Discover activities in Alsace: https://www.funbooker.com/fr/place/alsace

Don't wait any longer to book your stay in Alsace!

Our 2 domains have several unique accommodations with private jacuzzis.