Alsace

Destinations

• Hotel Le Colombier

  0 km

  

  

  Countries:	France
  Category:	Hotels

  The modern hotel is located right in the heart of Colmar in a historical half-timbre building in the renaissance style. 26 rooms and suites with a view of the ancient city centre decorated in contemporary style. A fresh design comes as a surprise in an ambient steeped in history. The picturesque green courtyard is inviting for relaxation and sunbathing. The atmosphere is pleasant, the hospitality warm-hearted. The hotel is ideally located for discovering the little Venice in the heart of Colmar.

  Address:

  Hotel Le Colombier, 7, Rue de Turenne, 68000 Colmar, France

  Contact:

  Anne-Sophie Heitzler-Gérard, Proprietor
  Tel.: +33–(0)3–8923 9600 Fax: +33–(0)3–8923 9600
  E-Mail: info@hotel-le-colombier.fr

  Parking:

  Available on premises.

  Opening hours:

  Open year-round; closed for Christmas.

  Good to know:

  The popular alleys and picturesque half-timbre buildings of Colmar are just around the corner.

  Further information:

  www.hotel-le-colombier.fr

• The Unterlinden Museum

  2 km

  

  

  Countries:	France
  Category:	Museums

  The museum was opened in 1853. It is housed within the gothic ruins of the former Dominican monastery, Unter den Linden, dating from the 13th century. The master piece of the exhibition is the Isenheim altar. The entire varied collection is spread around the chapel and cloisters. The paintings, sculptures, drawings and cuttings by artists from the region bear witness to rustic and metropolitan ethnic art. The majority of the works date from the 15th to 18th centuries.

  Address:

  Musée d'Unterlinden, 1, Rue d'Unterlinden, 68000 Colmar, France

  Contact:

  Pamtika Depaepe, Curator of the museum
  Tel.: +33–(0)3–8920–1550 Fax: +33–(0)3–8920–1550
  E-Mail: info@musee-unterlinden.com

  Parking:

  Available on premises.

  Opening hours:

  Daily May - October 09:00 - 18:00 hrs; November - April daily apart from Thursday 09:00 - 12:00 and 14:00 - 17:00 hrs.

  Good to know:

  Adults € 7.00 / children up to 17-years old € 5.00 / children under 12 free. Handy! Every visitor is provided with an audio guide.

  Further information:

  www.musee-unterlinden.com

• The three castles of Eguisheim

  14 km

  

  

  Countries:	France
  Category:	Sightseeing

  The castles of Eguisheim stand impassively the 591 m high elongated saddle of the castle hills above the Alsace plateaux like three huge watchtowers. The proud fortresses built from colourful sandstone are conspicuous from a great distance. The Dagsburg stands to the north, the Weckmund to the south, and the Wahlenburg in the centre. The last of which is the oldest of the three. All of them were built in the 11th to 13th centuries. The castles lie directly on the Alsatian Five Castles Road.

  Address:

  Les Trois Châteaux de Eguisheim Wahlenburg (1026) / Dagsburg (1144) / Weckmund (1226)

  Contact:

  Office de tourisme d'Eguisheim et Environs
  Tel.: +33–(0)3–8923–4033 Fax: +33–(0)3–8923–4033
  E-Mail: info@ot-eguisheim.fr

  Parking:

  Parking available at the bottom of the castlehill.

  Opening hours:

  The castles are open year-round.

  Good to know:

  Admission is free.

  Further information:

  www.ot-eguisheim.fr/troischateaux.html

• The Hartmannswillerkopf battlefield memorial

  57 km

  

  

  Countries:	France
  Category:	Sightseeing

  The Hartmannswillerkopf is one of the most important battlefields of the First World War. Today it is a national cemetery and memorial site. At an altitude of 956 meters, the location was fiercely disputed. It also allowed the observation of the Alsatian plateaux. The number of soldiers who fell in the battle will always remain unknown. However, at least 30,000 died here. A well-preserved system of trenches remains. A free tour is available in the months of July and August (14:30 hrs).

  Address:

  Vieil Armand - Hartmannswillerkopf

  Contact:

  Office de tourisme de Cernay
  Tel.: +33–(0)3–8975–5035 Fax: +33–(0)3–8975–5035
  E-Mail: info@cernay.net

  Parking:

  Parking available in the immediate vicinity.

  Opening hours:

  Open April - October.

  Good to know:

  Snow is likely even in the summer months in the immediate vicinity of the Grand Ballon, the highest mountain in the Vosges at 1.424 metres. Snow tyres are recommended.

  Further information:

  www.cernay.net

• Kastelberg Inn

  93 km

  

  

  Countries:	France
  Category:	Local manufacturers

  Michel Wehrey and his family have been "Malkers" for seven generations. They manufacture typical cheeses of the Vosges at their centuries-old farm: Munster and Bargkaas. These are available to buy. You can try cheese specialities and traditional dishes of the era in the dining room of the former cheese dairy. On the menu: Roîgabrageldis with neck of lamb and salad. Siasskas is offered as dessert, a speciality of the house - made from soft Muster cheese with sugar, cream and kirsch.

  Address:

  Auberge du Kastelberg, 22, Rue de la Gare, 68380 Metzeral, France

  Contact:

  Michel Wehrey, Proprietor
  Tel.: +33–(0)3–8977 6225 Fax: +33–(0)3–8977 6225
  

  Parking:

  Available on premises.

  Opening hours:

  Open May - October; closed Mondays except on public holidays.

  Good to know:

  From here you can enjoy a wonderful view of the Vosges. No accommodation available.

  Further information:

  http://auberge-ferme-auberge-restaurant-restauration-vosges-alsace.kastelberg.fr

• Hôtel & Restaurant La Belle Vue

  190 km

  

  

  Countries:	France
  Category:	Hotels

  Each month, the menu at the La Belle Vue restaurant is planned on the basis of typical regional and seasonal products: aubergines, tomatoes and chestnuts are used in a wide range of varieties. Chef Arnaud Barberis follows his senses and his imagination. It is the local traditions which inspire him. His kitchen only used fresh products from the region and wild herbs from local forests. The ambience is a mixture of rustic and modern in the bright dining room.

  Address:

  Hôtel & Restaurant La Belle Vue, 36, Rue Principale, 67420 Saulxures, France

  Contact:

  Valérie Boulanger, Hotel Manager
  Tel.: +33–(0)3–8897–6023 Fax: +33–(0)3–8897–6023
  E-Mail: labellevue@wanadoo.fr

  Parking:

  Available on premises.

  Opening hours:

  Open year-round.

  Good to know:

  Located in a small mountain village, the hotel makes a wonderful alternative to city hotels.

  Further information:

  www.la-belle-vue.com

• Distillerie Jos. Nusbaumer

  205 km

  

  

  Countries:	France
  Category:	Local manufacturers

  The summers are extremely hot and the winters harsh in Alsace. A climate then which enables sweet and juicy fruit to ripen. They form the basis for high-quality liqueurs, brandy and aperitifs at the Jos. Nusbaumer distillery. Up to 30 different fruit and wild-berry brandies are produced, distillation is undertaken according to regional traditions. Oak vats are used to store the brandy for months, sometimes years, in order that they ripen to full-bodied and fruity Jos. Nusbaumer brandies.

  Address:

  Distillerie Jos. Nusbaumer, 23, Grand'Rue, 67220 Steige, France

  Contact:

  Marianne Wilm, Managing Director
  Tel.: +33–(0)3–8857–1653 Fax: +33–(0)3–8857–1653
  E-Mail: contact@jos-nusbaumer.com

  Parking:

  Parking available directly outside of the building.

  Opening hours:

  Opening times for sales: Mon. - Fri. from 09:00 - 12:00 and 14:00 - 18:30 hrs; Saturday and Sunday (Easter to Christmas) from 10:00 - 12:00 and 14:00 - 18:00 hrs.

  Good to know:

  The firm's own museum provides information about the history distilling.

  Further information:

  www.jos-nusbaumer.com

• Gustave Lorentz Vineyard

  232 km

  

  

  Countries:	France
  Category:	Vineyards

  The golden label shines luxuriously on the slim bottle. The Maison Gustave Lorentz has been in the family's possession since 1750. The traditions are passed on from one generation to the next. The family is proud of the high quality of their wines. Then just as now, they place the absolute highest priority on the improvement of the Alsatian wines. The grapes are processed entirely traditionally. Connoisseurs worldwide appreciate the fine Grand Crus and Crémant d'Alsaces from the Lorentz family.

  Address:

  Maison Gustave Lorentz, 91, Rue Des Vignerons, 68750 Bergheim, France

  Contact:

  Georges Lorentz
  Tel.: +33–(0)3–8973 2222 Fax: +33–(0)3–8973 2222
  E-Mail: info@gustavelorentz.com

  Parking:

  Available on premises.

  Opening hours:

  Open Tue. - Sat. from 10:00 - 12:00 and 14:00 - 18:30 hrs; Closed Monday evenings.

  Good to know:

  The Gewürztraminer "Grand Cru Altenberg de Bergheim" is very popular amongst wine connoisseurs and is offered almost exclusively in gourmet restaurants with "Michelin stars".

  Further information:

  www.gustavelorentz.com

• Restaurant L'Auberge de l'Ill

  240 km

  

  

  Countries:	France
  Category:	Food & drink

  The first star was awarded in 1952, five years later the Michelin Guide awarded him the second, and the third followed in 1967. The Haeberlins have been delighting guests with their sophisticated Alsatian delights for over 40 years. The charming farmstead lies directly on the banks of the Ill, surrounded by sumptuous flower gardens. The ambient is both nostalgic and elegant. Chef Marc Haeberlin serves up his subtle dishes with an amazing lightness of touch.

  Address:

  L'Auberge de l'Ill – Hotel des Berges, 2, Rue de Collonges au Mont d'Or, 68970 Illhaeusern, France

  Contact:

  Danielle und Marco Baumann-Haeberlin, Hosts
  Tel.: +33–(0)3–8971 8900 Fax: +33–(0)3–8971 8900
  E-Mail: aubergedelill@aubergedelill.com

  Parking:

  Available on premises.

  Opening hours:

  Warm meals Wed. - Sun. 12:00 - 14:00 and 19:00 - 22:00 hrs; Closed Mondays and Tuesdays.

  Good to know:

  The restaurant has been decorated with three Michelin stars for over 40 years.

  Further information:

  www.auberge-de-l-ill.com

• Distillerie Marcel Windholtz

  249 km

  

  

  Countries:	France
  Category:	Local manufacturers

  Some people say that Ribeauvillé is the most beautiful town in the Alsace. However, many know that it is the centre of the art of Alsatian distilling. It is here where self-taught Marcel Windholtz fills more than 10,000 bottles of his finest distilled products annually. He only uses the very best local produce in the manufacture of his fine, clear and pure distilled products. His secret... cultured yeasts to enable cleaner fermentation. He refrains from adding sugar entirely.

  Address:

  Marcel Windholtz - Distillerie Artisanale, 31, Avenue du Général de Gaulle, 68150 Ribeuavillé, France

  Contact:

  Michel Windholtz, Distiller
  Tel.: +33–(0)3–8973 6664 Fax: +33–(0)3–8973 6664
  E-Mail: mwindholtz@terre-net.fr

  Parking:

  Parking available directly outside the building.

  Opening hours:

  Open year-round Mon. - Sat. 08:00 - 12:00 and 14:00 - 18:00 hrs.

  Good to know:

  The Distillery Marcel Windholtz is one of the best in Alsace. Their products are served exclusively in gourmet restaurants.

  Further information:

  www.isasite.net/windholtz

• Museum of Alsatian Vineyards and Wine

  258 km

  

  

  Countries:	France
  Category:	Museums

  The Alsatian Wine Museum is idyllically situated in the former Schwendi Palace. It pays homage to the many winegrowers who have helped Alsatian wine to achieve world-renowned status during the past decades. The museum contains great exhibits including wine jugs, taps and wine presses from 1640 and 1716. The 6 to 35 litre barrels are a real marvel to see. A wine cellar has been realistically recreated. Maps and papers serve to document the export of Alsatian wines to Western and Eastern Europe.

  Address:

  Musée du Vignoble & des Vins d'Alsace, Château de la Confrérie St Etienne, 1b, Grand'Rue, 68240 Kientzheim, France

  Contact:

  Francis Lichtle, Curator
  Tel.: +33–(0)3–8978–2136 Fax: +33–(0)3–8978–2136
  E-Mail: museevignoble@yahoo.fr

  Parking:

  Parking available in the immediate vicinity.

  Opening hours:

  Open daily June - October from 10:00 - 12:00 and 14:00 - 18:00 hrs; Open Saturday, Sunday and public holidays in May.

  Good to know:

  Adults € 3.00 / children 10 years old € 2.00 / children under 10 free. The local wine festival is held every year on the last weekend in July.

  Further information:

  www.musee-du-vignoble-alsace.fr

• Domaine Weinbach vineyard

  261 km

  

  

  Countries:	France
  Category:	Vineyards

  Capuchin monks built the estate in 1612. As it was subsequently sold off as national property during the French revolution it came into the possession of the Faller brothers in 1898. Surrounded by vines and roses, it exudes Tuscan charm and is situated at the foot of the Schlossberg. Colette Faller and her daughters continue the family tradition and passion for winemaking. The grapes are harvested at optimal ripeness. In antique oak vats they mature into authentic, complex wines.

  Address:

  Domaine Weinbach, 25, Route du Vin, 68240 Kaysersberg, France

  Contact:

  Colette, Catherine and Laurence Faller, winegrowers
  Tel.: +33–(0)3–8947 1321 Fax: +33–(0)3–8947 1321
  E-Mail: contact@domaineweinbach.com

  Parking:

  Available on premises.

  Opening hours:

  Mon. - Sat. from 09:00 - 12:00 and 14:00 - 17:00 hrs.

  Good to know:

  A marvellous natural spectacle: countless storks build nests for their young every year atop numerous masts, churches and buildings in the romantic town.

  Further information:

  www.domaineweinbach.com

• Golf d'Ammerschwihr Trois-Epis

  264 km

  

  

  Countries:	France
  Category:	Golf courses

  Splendidly located between vineyards and forests, the hilly terrain covers an enormous 60 hectares of beautiful Alsatian countryside. Golfing with character: both armatures and processionals appreciate the Ammerschwihr golf course for its diversity and its varied play. The course has a total length of 5,385 metres. Only ten kilometres away from Colmar, the golf course offers an 18-hole course, a 9-hole compact course, a putting green and a training area.

  Address:

  Golf Public D'Ammerschwihr Trois-Epis, Allée du Golf , 68770 Ammerschwihr, France

  Contact:

  Laurent Trescarte, Manager
  Tel.: +33–(0)3–89–4717 30 Fax: +33–(0)3–89–4717 30
  E-Mail: golf-mail@golf-ammerschwihr.com

  Parking:

  Available on premises.

  Opening hours:

  Open year-round; one 18-hole course and a 9-hole course daily from 08:00 - 19:00 hrs; Secretary's office open daily from 08:00 - 19:00 hrs; Tee times daily from 08:00 - 19:00 hrs. (Winter hours December - March from 09:00 - 17:00 hrs).

  Course:

  One 18-hole course (par 70) and one 9-hole course (par 27).

  Handicap:

  One 18-hole course (par 70) and one 9-hole course (par 27).

  Greenfee:

  One 18-hole course (par 70) and one 9-hole course (par 27).

  Golf Pro:

  Vincent Schwechlen

  Good to know:

  The view over the vineyards, forests and valleys of the Alsace is fabulous.

  Further information:

  www.golf-ammerschwihr.com

• JY's Restaurant

  276 km

  

  

  Countries:	France
  Category:	Food & drink

  "Souvenir de New York - Le JY's Burger de boeuf": The Alsatian interpretation of the American classic. Schillinger's legendary burgers are filled with tender duck's liver. Additional souvenirs on the daringly creative menu bear witness to his years in New York. In addition to burgers and liver, there is also sushi, tapas and tart flambé. The ambience is a successful mixture of homeland idyll and NYC style with extravagant decoration in the historic building dating from the 17th century.

  Address:

  JY'S Restaurant, 17, Rue de la Poissonnerie, 68000 Colmar, France

  Contact:

  Jean Yves Schillinger
  Tel.: +33–(0)3–892153 60 Fax: +33–(0)3–892153 60
  E-Mail: jean-yves.schillinger@wanadoo.fr

  Parking:

  Road parking available in surrounding streets.

  Opening hours:

  Hot food from 12:00 - 14:30 and 19:00 - 22:30 hrs; Closed Sunday and Monday midday.

  Good to know:

  The restaurant has a beautiful terrace directly on the water.

  Further information:

  www.jean-yves-schillinger.com