8 hours of visits to the most important sites in Alsace
In Colmar, Eguisheim and Riquewihr, time seems to stand still. These unique villages fascinate travelers from all horizons with their beauty. Fall in love with these destinations and join us on an 8-hour tour of these must-see sites in Alsace. These 3 mythical villages will reveal postcard-perfect landscapes.
Your departure point is Strasbourg. You'll be met by an experienced guide who will accompany you throughout the tour.
Colmar: the bewitching wine capital! In Colmar, the signposted tour takes you to the Little Venice and Tannery districts, then on to the Pfister House, the Koïfhus and the Collegiate Church of Saint Martin. Rich in culture and historic monuments, each corner is full of pleasant surprises. The visit is a real discovery.
Eguisheim: a real feast for the eyes, with its half-timbered houses featuring brightly-colored pointed roofs and flower-filled facades. At first glance, they're charming, but then you're immersed in a warm, cheerful atmosphere. Eguisheim has been preserved from the ravages of time and has kept its appealing medieval style intact.
Riquewihr: classed as one of France's most beautiful villages, it lies between the Alsace plain and the crests of the Vosges mountains. Riquewihr has preserved its medieval architecture, as well as its wines, hence the appellation 'Pearl of the Alsatian vineyards'.
Here, you'll have free time to enjoy lunch and local specialities.
Charge your batteries well, as the Alsace Wine Route offers incredible backdrops for superb photos. Lovers of fine photography will find this itinerary to be one of their favorite destinations.
Your day ends with a visit to the imposing Château du Haut Koenigsbourg. Step back in time and discover this fortress that served as a strategic position to control the wine and wheat routes to the north and the salt route to the east. After this visit, return to Strasbourg.
- Average duration 9 Hours
- Languages spoken French, English
- Difficulty Suitable for all
From 01.03.2023 to 31.12.2024
Adult rate: €140
Child rate: €70
Minimum age for children is 4 years.
- Visit Colmar
- Visit the village of Eguisheim
- Visit to the town of Riquewihr
- Stops at several points on the Alsace wine route for superb photos
- Visit Haut Koenigsbourg castle
- Lunch
Monday to Sunday, 9am to 6pm.
- You'll be immersed in the local culture and atmosphere throughout the day.
- Enjoy the picturesque scenery for which the Alsace Wine Route is famous
- An experienced guide will accompany you on your expedition
OPHORUS
Since 2005, we have been organizing tours and sightseeing excursions in luxury vehicles for small groups with driver-guides who are experts in their destination. Come and discover the essential sites of Champagne, Ardennes, Lorraine and Alsace during one of our multi-day tours. Take part in private or grouped excursions from Strasbourg and Colmar that will take you to the most beautiful villages and remarkable sites in Alsace, not to mention the tasting of delicious Grands Crus of the region.
