THE ALSATIAN WINE ROUTE
One of France's oldest wine routes, it is known worldwide and contributes to the fame of Alsace wines
This is one of France's oldest wine routes. At the foot of the eastern slopes of the Vosges mountains, it stretches over 170 kilometers from Thann, the southern gateway to the vineyards, to Marlenheim in the north of the region. Famous the world over, it contributes to the fame of Alsace wines. Here, the vineyards benefit from an exceptional terroir and climate, and spread out over 67 communes and flower-filled villages on hillsides overlooking the Alsace plain. Towns like Colmar, Kayserberg and Riquewihr are particularly worth a visit. But there are also beautiful, lesser-known villages like Niedermorschwihr, nestled behind the Brand hill, or Châtenois and its ramparts. Visitors can venture into the heart of the vineyards on several wine trails, but beware: during the harvest, access to these trails is restricted. Throughout the year, numerous gastronomic, cultural, craft and wine events are organized in the various towns along the Wine Route, including SlowUp and the Scherwiller gourmet walk. Cyclists can explore the route via the parallel Véloroute du Vignoble, which takes in old railroad lines, sections of the ancient Roman road and numerous paths through the vineyards. With 300 wineries and some 50 grands crus, the Alsace Wine Route remains the most attractive in France!
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