Alsace Lorraine is a region where every village, vineyard, and city street has a strong sense of place. This itinerary ebook helps you connect the character of the region with the pleasure of discovering it freely.
It brings together the essential stops across Alsace Lorraine—from historic urban centers to the quiet beauty of rural towns—offering a thoughtful route that reflects the cultural layers and visual harmony of the area.
The starting point is often Strasbourg, a city where centuries of French and German influence come together. The half-timbered houses in the old town, the canals of Petite France, and the imposing cathedral all feel integrated into daily life. From here, the path to smaller towns begins, where each stop feels distinct but familiar.
In Obernai, cobblestone streets frame houses with painted shutters, and the town keeps a local rhythm that’s easy to slip into. Orschwiller introduces the landscape of hills and castles, and places like Bergheim and Guemar carry that feeling forward—quiet streets, open countryside, and touches of winemaking tradition.
Ribeauvillé and Riquewihr are full of color and small-scale detail, where walking becomes the best way to take in the surroundings.
The itinerary naturally leads through Bennwihr and into Colmar, where the architecture is more layered and the pace more lively. From there, the charm of Turckheim and Wintzenheim unfolds through their streets and vineyards, leading to Eguisheim, where everything feels close and cohesive—the homes, the walking paths, and the rows of vines.
Nancy, part of Lorraine, shifts the focus slightly but keeps the tone of the itinerary intact. Its architecture is different—more formal in places—but it adds another layer of context to the route, showing how the region changes while keeping a connection in spirit.
