The 12 most beautiful villages in Alsace

Nearly fifteen million tourists visit Alsace and its most beautiful villages every year. Why not you?

Alsace is famous for its unique blend of German, French and Swiss cultures. Nations that, over the centuries, have all controlled part of the region. This is why today Alsace is characterized mainly by its great cultural diversity. Vineyards, half-timbered houses, historical museums, gothic cathedrals: this region offers you a complete change. If you want to learn more about Alsace and its must-sees, discover the 12 most beautiful villages in Alsace. Traveler tip: follow the order indicated to survey the Alsace of bass (Colmar) at the top (from Strasbourg).

1. Eguisheim

Spread in the medieval and flowery streets of Eguisheim. Then discover the Three Castles of the Haut-Eguisheim. Built between the 11th and 12th century, these three foundations stand on a wooded hill. Once on the Schlossberg hill, you will enjoy a breathtaking view of Eguisheim. Moreover, one of the most beautiful villages in the Hexagon.

Did you know? The stork is the symbol of Alsace. To learn more about this majestic bird, go to the Eguisheim storing park.

2. Kaysersberg

Are you already on site or plan to visit the most beautiful villages in Alsace this year? Go through the wood museum to know everything about antique crafts and then take the wine route ! This snakes the Alsace over 170 kilometers and will make you discover new flavours.

In fact, five towns in the Kaysersberg Valley are on the wine route: Ammerschwihr, Katzenthal, Kaysersberg, Kientzheim and Sigolsheim. Dare to meet winemakers to learn about their know-how and open a bottle for the occasion. Attention, however, to consume it with moderation!

3. Riquewihr

Riquewihr is also located on the Alsace wine route. On foot or by bike, with family or solo, go to discover the rich heritage of Riquewihr. Visit an art glassware and discover the key stages of craft glass making. Drink a delicious glass of wine in one of the tasting rooms in the village. Finally, make a horse ride, gyropod or electric scooter for unpublished sensations.

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4. Zellenberg

Just two kilometers from Riquewihr is the small wine village of Zellenberg. Situated on a hill of 285 metres high, this picturesque village deserves a detour. Once on site, visit the tourist office. You can then choose between a walking tour (with a map) or a guided tour. Guided tours are offered from mid-July to mid-September. They include a guided tour of the wine trail by a wine grower, a wine cellar visit and a wine tasting.

5. Hunawihr

Go to meet the 500 inhabitants of Hunawihr and discover its beautiful fortified church. Blue, yellow or green: fronts and flaps of wine houses. These are the reasons why Hunawihr has its place in this list of the 12 most beautiful villages in Alsace. Not far from the city centre is the park of storks, otters and the garden of exotic butterflies. For information, the animal park is five hectares and the botanical park is not yet!

Allow at least one day to admire the lush fauna and vegetation of this small country.

6. Ribeauvillé

This medieval city is particularly known for its three castles, whose ruins dominate the neighboring hills. By taking forest paths on the mountain side, you will fall on Saint Ulrich Castle and Girsberg Castle. Climb even higher and you will reach the castle of Haut-Ribeaupierre. Admire their ramparts for a few moments before returning to your steps. In Ribeauvillé, many buildings are also worth visiting: the tower of Bouchers, the city hotel, the house of the miners...

Culture point: in Ribeauvillé is the oldest party Alsatian party . The Feast of the Mentriers (“Pfifferdaj”) honours the confreres of the Meners of Alsace who met to elect the King.

7. Bergheim

No! « Bergheim » is not a club Berlin Very well known. It is one of the most beautiful villages in Alsace. Unlike the German nightclub, the Berghain, the town of Bergheim is still well preserved by tourists.

Enjoy the tranquility of this town for a few days. Enjoy your escapade to contemplate the hillsides of the vineyards, overlooking the castle of Haut-Koenigsbourg. Don’t hesitate to visit the beautiful main street and the town hall of this village with special charm. Finally, finish your visit by tasting Eglantine jams. A real delight!

8. Selestat

Selestat is famous for its humanist library and its very wide collection of books ranging from the 11th to the 16th century. This ancient village of Alsace also houses beautiful houses in the Renaissance style. Once on site, admire his Romanesque church Sainte-Foy and his Gothic church Saint-Georges.

In Selestat, sports activities are everywhere. To practice a sporting activity on holiday in Alsace, visit the Remparts swimming pool. Aquagym and aquabiking sessions are available throughout the summer! For a relaxing moment in the middle of nature, the leisure area of Grubfeld awaits you. This green space of 13.1 hectares will allow you to make footings or walks peacefully. You will also find a skate park, football pitches, a health path and a boulodrome.

Boring by discovering the most beautiful villages in Alsace? No way!

9. Dambach-la-Ville

Located in the middle of 470 hectares of vine feet, Dambach-la-ville is a medieval city to see. On site, you may lose yourself so much this village is biscornu. To go straight to the goal, direction the three imposing fortified doors that protect the village. Then climb up to the chapel of Saint Sebastian to admire the surrounding vineyards. Then head to the wine fields for a bucolic walk.

Finally, visit a wine cellar and enjoy the seven Alsatian grape varieties. Here it is, a nice constructive day!

10. Andlau

When you visit Andlau, don’t miss anything! Admire his jewel of Romanesque art: the Abbey of Saint Richard. Please note: by choosing the guided tour, you will learn all about the history of this typical Alsatian village. To picnic with family or friends, Richemond Park will be your best ally. You can take a good bowl of fresh air and your children will have access to a playground. A park that does not lack air!

Around 4pm, a gourmet break is needed. To do this, hold this good address: the Rietsch Tearoom. We let you discover his treats by yourself. Finally and to finish on a cultural note, discover the Alsatian Heritage Museum: the Ateliers de la Seigneurie. There are exceptional temporary exhibitions and regular animations. One. must for the Fear of History and the curious French.

11. Mittelbergheim

Mittelbergheim is one of the most beautiful villages in Alsace. His style and unity are remarkable. It’s simple: going to Mittelbergheim is a 17th-century jump. Each stone and every building tell a particular story. Go to meet the inhabitants and the winemakers. On site, wine is more than a passion, it is an art of life. It invites human warmth and conviviality. If you haven’t done it so far, click on a producer’s door to discover his cellar.

Cultural point: the terroir of Mittelbergheim and the Zotzenberg hill is classified as "Grand Cru". In addition, he gave (and is the only) his nobility letters to the Sylvaner grape variety.

12. Hunspach

Are you going to discover the most beautiful villages in Alsace and finish your journey through Hunspach? What a good idea! Hunspach is a typical village of the Outre-Forêt in the north of Alsace. He received the preferred French village prize in 2020. Because of its specialties, the sauerkraut and the baeckeoffe. But also the white of the walls of all the houses decorated with geraniums, built in the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries.

The harmonious roofs of these houses are said to be "broken nose". Why? Get the answer to the tourist office of the village... In conclusion, we can say: Hunspach is a small jewel of French heritage. Run!