ALSACE WINE TRAIL

This gentle, relaxed walking route runs in parallel with the central part of the famous Route du Vin, where practically every colourful village has its own vineyard and east-facing ruined castle. There are countless opportunities to taste wines along your way. The Alsatian vigneronsare so proud of what they produce that they will insist you sample their whole range, while everyone enjoys a good chat. We find them really hospitable and welcoming.

The walks average three hours a day, taking you on sentiers viticoles (paths via neatly-groomed vineyards) and along pleasant forest tracks. And all along your way, you’ll find exquisitely preserved villages, dominated from the heights by their own feudal castles, usually only two or three kilometres apart. Geraniums spill from window boxes and balconies, and the half-timbered buildings can be plastered in pastel colours, bright blue, apricot or red.

All our hotels are family-run and pride themselves on their warm welcome. We arrange for you to have dinner at the hotel or at a nearby restaurant.

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