Interiors are cosily traditional, plus theres an outdoor pool and hearty alsatian food served in the beamed dining room or on the terrace. With the selfguided cycling tour alsace wine route, you have a 7 day tour package taking you through strasbourg, france and 3 other destinations in france. Visit 3 wineries to enjoy tastings of the regions characteristic white wine including the riesling and. We spent two full days and hit eguisheim, gunsbach, ribeauville, riquewihr, and keysersberg. Wine designations of alsace alsace aop cremant dalsace aop sparkling wines 51 grand cru aops print edition durable, water and tear resistant polyart high density paper. The alsace wine route is one of the oldest and most picturesque trails enjoyed by wine travellers. Would appreciate suggestions of where to base ourselves and what to see in various places. Every town and village has a ti with maps showing the wine routes and the chateau routes and plenty of brochures for the many other sights in the area.
The alsace wine route has contributed to the fame of alsace wines for the past 60 years. Customize the stages of your tour and choose your accommodation, services and activities, there and then and in one go. It crisscrosses through the alsatian vineyards from north to south and is undoubtedly frances most beautiful scenic route, featuring charming villages and countryside, which are characteristic of the foothills of the vosges le piemont des vosges. Colmar alsace france tourist office the alsatian wine route. For over 60 years, the alsace wine route has proposed visitors numerous ways to discover the wines and wine makers. Alsace, nestled in the foothills of the rhine valley beneath the vosges mountains, is a region steeped in germanic tradition that produces primarily dry and fruity white wines including riesling, sylvaner and gewurztraminer. The annual festive traditions have been anchored in the lifestyle of alsace since the middle ages. Launched in 1953, the alsace wine route is one of the oldest wine routes in france. Wine and vineyards alsace has been a wine region since the middle ages, growing grapes and producing fine wines. The alsace wine route is one of the oldest and most picturesque trails enjoyed by wine. At first sight, the alsatian wine route offers a true picturepostcard image. Overview and map of alsace wine route villages travel and. The first traces of vine in alsace though only distantlyrelated to presentday grape varieties, grapevines existed in the rhine valley area long before man had appeared there.
Alsace marks the end of the grape harvest with a host of festivals in october, making it the perfect time to visit the vineyards and villages along frances famous wine route, says john brunton. It stretches from marlenheim and the surrounding villages down to sainthippolyte in the south, and also includes the city of strasbourg. The wine route of alsace an oenology tour with stages, offered by my trip tailor, the specialist in road trip travel. Its funny how you never tend to spend much time traveling in your own region, so as a resident of alsace, i decided to spend a day exploring the alsace wine route. Driving in alsace will bring you to storybook towns, gorgeous landscapes, and historic wine trails. Discover the alsace wine route by car alsace tourism. Alsace wine route cycle includes accommodation in a hotel as well as meals, transport and more. As early as january, kings are celebrated with galette cakes galette des rois and a glass of alsace wine.
Understanding alsace wine w maps a detailed wine map of alsace, descriptions of the regions wine classifications and a chart displaying the distribution of wine varieties planted in the region. Try exploring some of the places a little off the route if you get stuck behind too many tour coaches there are lots of very pretty villages just off the route which become much less congested and there is great pleasure in discovering your own little quiet part of france. Set off on a 170kilometre journey of discovery from north to south and stop over wherever you like. Here we present famous signed routes where the motorist can discover the beauty of the countrysidesay within the alpine areas of franceor follow routes determined by the local, traditional production of food or wine, like le route du cidre, the cider route in normandy. Maps show us the location of vineyard areas and tell us where grapes grow best. Sample some of the best alsatian wines accompanied by great alsatian food on this cycling tour of alsace lorraine. Medieval castle ruins, flowery villages, roman abbeys, undulating vines and winstubs, the famous local wine bars. The long and wining road explore the alsace wine route.
The route des vins d alsace wine route of alsace is an approximately 170kilometrelong 110 mi road, crossing the main wine producing areas of the region. The route des vins dalsace wine route of alsace is an approximately 170kilometrelong 110 mi road, crossing the main wine producing areas of the region. At easter, the villages along the wine route are draped in decorations to host. The winegrowing area nad the alsace wine route vins dalsace. Unmissable towns and villages on the alsace wine route. Then you will travel to marlenheim where starts the famous alsatian wine route and reach onernai, a charming town, birthplace of sainte odile, patron saint of alsace. Day 2 wine route from obernai to ribeauville you will drive from villages to villages discovering vineyard but also many other local specialties, foie gras, gingebread.
The wine route is a capricious serpentine which curves around the eastern slopes of the vosges mountains, peacefully winding round the mountains and passing through about a hundred wineproducing villages. You can see famous regions as well neighboring wine spots that fly under the radar. Top 10 guide to the alsace wine route travel the guardian. When most tourists think of a driving vacation, then think of driving between destinations. Wine map of france france, a map of its wine regions.
Although wine may not have been invented in alsace, there is no doubt that it has been enjoyed in the region since immemorial times. Oct 03, 2012 alsace marks the end of the grape harvest with a host of festivals in october, making it the perfect time to visit the vineyards and villages along frances famous wine route, says john brunton. Get lots of exclusive experiences and information sent straight to your inbox. Next to the wine route of alsace, the cycle route follows former rail trails, parts of the roman road and peaceful side paths through the vineyards. We have one day and a car, in early november, with which to do part of the wine route, starting in riq, and planning on going north. Aoc vineyards extend across an area of 15,500 hectares. The alsace wine road covers 170km of picturesque old villages in alsace, cultivated vineyards and mostly familyrun wineries. Cycle trail in alsace official website of cycle tourisme. Check out a map of the region and some amazing photos of what its like to be there. Central to this landscape of rolling hills and charming timber villages is the renowned alsace wine route route des vins dalsace, a 106 mile journey winding through more than 100 wine villages, 19 of which host 26 michelinstarred restaurants. Last fall, we stayed outside colmar and drove up and down the alsace route without gps. The 10 best alsace wine route hotels where to stay in.
As you can see on the right map, there are many villages that fall along the 170kilometre wine route and all these villages are pretty and welcoming in their own right. Over the kilometres, cyclists and hikers combine exercise and discovery of varied landscapes. The most famous wine route in france proudly reveals its medieval chateaux and renaissance houses and the flowery lanes of its charming villages. We would like to spend 7 days touring the region by public transport. Ride the famous route du vin wine route through riquewihr, colmar and many other typical and charming villages of alsace. Bike tour in alsace from strasbourg to basel oo touristik. It crisscrosses through the alsatian vineyards from north to south and is undoubtedly frances most beautiful scenic route, featuring charming villages and countryside, which are characteristic of the foothills of. The alsace wine route is a real treat for wine lovers, but it is also a great way to discover the alsace and its rich heritage. Ride a loop tour into the countryside to little charming village of eguisheim and part of the alsace wine route. Medieval villages of gingerbread houses, hilltop castles, charming hotels and wonderful food and wine.
This simple itinerary of 170km, between strasbourg and mulhouse, invites visitors to discover the beautiful landscapes of alsace and its more than 1. Hi, we want to drive the alsace wine route, using the scenic road. There are more than wineries in alsace france, split into five regions. At the crossroads of the three large regions of alsace. Thanks to countless gps routes you will never get lost. Alsace wine region map france wine posters wine folly. Discover the alsace wine route by bicycle alsace tourism.
The alsace wine route is 170 kilometres long and was inaugurated in 1953. Map alsace wine route and other points of interest. Discover the scenic alsace wine route french moments. Alsace wine route includes accommodation in a hotel as well as meals, transport and more. Max wooldridge has this guide to cycling in alsace and bike routes for cycling the alsace wine route, plus accommodation and bike hire information. I suppose we would need to take public tours to some. Driving in alsace a road trip in the gorgeous french. Located at 25 km south west of strasbourg where the little valley of the ehn river opens out, obernai used to bear the name of. The alsace wine route, in the region of grand est, is the most famous wine route in france. Tourism on the alsace wine route official website holiday.
Alsace wine route a guide to alsatian wines in france french. In france you follow the bike route along the alsatian wine route in alsace where one picturesque town follows the other like on a string of pearls. A history of the alsace wine region social vignerons. Each of the 170 km of the wine route invites you to discover an area where life is an art. The alsace wine route is one of the most popular and attractive ways to explore the traditional villages of the alsace region, and to learn more about the wines that are produced. Discover what to taste as you make your way along the route founded in 1953. Finally, your adventure comes to a close on the south alsace wine route, known for its height, where the vines are grown on terraces. The region of alsace, in the northeast of france, has a reputation to uphold. Hotels on the alsace wine route for cosy tradition. Cycle trail in alsace official website of cycle tourisme in. Next to the wine route of alsace, the cycle route follows former rail trails, parts of the roman road. Please welcome the region of alsace, the 6th map in the france map series. The alsace wine route ranks among the most famous in europe. Map of winegrowing area and alsace wine route vins dalsace.
Driving the alsace wine route strasbourg forum tripadvisor. France, from the prestigious wines of bordeaux to the sparkling wines of champagne through the oceans of vines found in aquitaine and languedoc to the string of appellations of the rhones valley rolling down to provence, is a fruit of both tradition and entrepeneurship. The 170kilometre alsace wine route is an ideal playground and discovery park for fans of bicycle tourism. Map of principal villages along the alsace wine route. In february, the vineyards awake to the rhythm of carnivals. A land of tradition and wine, offering a unique experience. From north to south, the following 67 communes crossed by the route are. Get the full experience of the famous french wine region of alsace on this wine tasting day trip from strasbourg. Detailed and highresolution maps of alsace, france for free download. Alsace wine route follow the route des vins in alsace.
The wine capital of alsace, colmar combines the intimacy of a. May 29, 20 alsace wine villages route map for starters i have here below 2 quick overview maps of the alsace wine route and villages. Festivals there are many festivals in alsace lorraine. Essential information planning your trip to alsace. The alsace wine route stretches down through the basrhin, beginning at marlenheim and passing a number of smaller villages along the way, as well as the town of. The car i rented had builtin gps which was a godsend for burgundy, but in alsace it was just a security blanket. Alsace wine route self guided walking holiday enjoy a gentle wander through the vineyards of alsace. For several years now, the strasbourg tourist office has been committed to implementing a sustainable development policy. Back to colmar, this is home town of sculptor fredericauguste bartholdi best known for the statue of liberty. Enjoy a great alsace road trip with alsace wine tasting, alsace villages. Alsatian vineyards grow along a narrow southsouthwest to northnortheast strip of land between the vosges mountains in the west and the rhine river in the east, the natural frontier there between france and germany. Alsace wine route by discover france adventures tourradar. The vosges mountains protect and provide alsace with a backdrop for some of frances most stunning scenery.
General presentation of the company, its products, tasting notes, uptodate news, list of importers and distributors, access map, many links and a presentation. Official website for tourism on the alsace wine route. Central to this landscape of rolling hills and charming timber villages is the renowned alsace wine route route des vins d alsace, a 106 mile journey winding through more than 100 wine villages, 19 of which host 26 michelinstarred. This marvellous region offers a great variety of art and culture, excellent wines and a worldfamous cuisine. Alsace was part of the holy roman empire, and later, was fought over between france and germany several times. By reducing the number of paper documents it publishes and limiting the amount of documentation it sends out, in its own way it is contributing to the fight against deforestation, wastage and pollution, while at the same time managing its expenditure prudently. It offers visitors both neophytes and connoisseurs a wide range of activities related to wine and the vineyard all year round originally a popular touring rally, it has become one of the jewels of the alsace. Adjoining this framework, you will find the alsace wine road cycle route and crossborder routes to offenburg, dahn, badenbaden and freiburgimbreisgau.
So far, with my other question, people have been most helpful. Alsace wine map designations alsace aop cremant dalsace aop sparkling wines 51 grand cru aops features region appellation outlines detailed hill shades from usgs satellite imagery list of top. Cycle the alsatian wine route, enjoy the beauty of the vineyards and make sure you sample some of the best white wines alsace has to offer. Ultimately, the goal is to find and drink better wine.
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