Alsace, France
France Wine Region

Alsace

Northeastern France, along the German border — picturesque villages nestled between the Vosges Mountains and the Rhine River.

Signature Grapes of Alsace

Signature Foods

  • Choucroute garnie (sauerkraut with sausages and pork)
  • Tarte flambée (Alsatian flatbread)
  • Munster cheese
  • Kougelhopf (yeast cake)

Insider Tip

Visit during harvest for lively festivals and a chance to taste new vintages straight from the cellar.

Must-Do Experiences

01

Explore the Alsace Wine Route and its storybook villages

02

Taste aromatic whites at family-run wineries

03

Visit Strasbourg's Gothic cathedral and lively markets

04

Cycle through vineyards and medieval towns like Riquewihr and Eguisheim

Best Time to Visit

May–October

Warm weather, vineyard activity, village festivals

December

Magical Christmas markets

Who Will Love It

  • White wine lovers
  • Foodies and cheese enthusiasts
  • Fans of fairy-tale villages and scenic drives
  • Culture and history buffs

Plan a journey through Alsace

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