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Your Alsace WISHLIST šŸ‡«šŸ‡·āœØ

Planning to visit Alsace? This FREE guide is made for you! After researching extensively and visiting the region in the summer AND around the holiday season, I have created your dream Alsace Wishlist! Alsace is an eastern region of France that shares a border with Germany. And because of this, you'll notice that Alsace and Germany share many cultural similarities. The buildings and the food are often very similar, making it a very unique region in France to visit! Here are some of the cutest villages and spots to add to your bucket list! Be sure to SAVE this guide for any future updates! Did you know: there is Alsatian Wine Route? Alsace is a major wine region in France! šŸ·
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Capital of the Region:

Strasbourg
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Strasbourg is the capital city of the region which also makes it the biggest. This city is also known as the Capital of Christmas. It has huge Christmas markets spread around the city which is definitely worth checking out! šŸŽ„
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Larger town:

Colmar
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Colmar is known for its adorable canals running through the town. The buildings are super colourful and cute and another perfect place to add to your itinerary! šŸ›¶ Definition of picture-perfect! Colmar is a larger town, not as big as Strasbourg but bigger than some of the other villages of the region. In the winter, you can find Colmar covered in Christmas lights and in the summer you can find it bathed in flowers!
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My personal favourite village:

Riquewihr
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Why do I consider Riquewihr my favourite village? 1. Walking in feels like you've entered a movie set or Disney world. 2. This town is believed to have inspired Disney's Beauty and the Beast (I can see why, it is the definition of a fairytale town). 3. It has a massive Christmas store! This town should not be skipped when you're visiting Alsace! āœØ Did you know its known as one of the most beautiful towns in France?
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Other villages along the wine route:

Kaysersberg-Vignoble
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Kayserberg is a medieval town that is nestled in the mountains with a river running through it. You can see these fantastic sites while wandering the streets. I really enjoyed this town as well because it feels much closer to nature! There is also a castle overlooking the town that you can walk to! šŸ°
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Eguisheim
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Eguisheim is clearly a very old town. The town is built in a circular shape and you can wander around the tiny streets for quite some time. The streets are super narrow and tight which is why to mean it feels super authentic and historical.
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Obernai
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This is another bigger town than some of the others in the region. You can still see and feel the medieval and Roman history of this town as its city wall is still intact! āš”ļø
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RibeauvillƩ
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This town is super close to Riquewihr and is another town known to be full of colour and flowers. šŸŒ¼ Every September, this town celebrates its medieval history with its Fiddler's Festival. There are plenty of other celebrations that take place here throughout the year! If you're in the area, check to see if any are going on!
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Turckheim
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Another small, medieval town in the area that is known for its festive spirit! They have many festivities around the holidays that are worth checking out!
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Castle:

ChĆ¢teau du Haut-Kœnigsbourg
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This medieval fortress located in the mountains is super cool! It's been around since the 12th century! šŸ° I've driven past it several times now and just haven't had the time to visit but it's on my list for sure for next time. I've heard nothing but great things!
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Iā€™m a seasoned traveler with experience in over 30 countries around the world, whoā€™s been lucky enough to have lived in both France & the UK. Now I love helping travelers make the most of their trips and explore more underrated corners of France & the UK! My goal is to not overwhelm you with optionsā€” in my guides & itineraries, I provide suggestions that are truly worth it, based on personal experience or in-depth research. Whether youā€™re planning a dream trip to France, the UK, or beyond, I hope I can help you plan your next adventure! āœØ My expertise? šŸ‡«šŸ‡· On top of living in Lille, France for 2 years, my French fiancee has helped me develop a passion for this country beyond a typical tourist. Over the past 8 years, Iā€™ve explored France from north to south: Iā€™ve visited Paris 9 times, road-tripped through Normandy twice, & fell in love with Alsace. Iā€™ve spent time castle-hopping in the Loire Valley, beach-hopping in Corsica, & explored Provence & the French Riviera multiple times. Bordeaux has become a second home, with over 10 visits to the region. šŸ‡¬šŸ‡§ I lived in London, UK for 2 years, mostly during the pandemic, when I really got to know the city in depth - since we couldn't go anywhere else! Beyond London, Iā€™ve road-tripped through Scotland twice, explored gems like York and Liverpool, road-tripped through Cornwall & enjoyed countless day trips, from charming villages to coastal towns. Why trust me? šŸŒ Lived & traveled: Iā€™ve called both France and the UK home, giving me insider knowledge and plenty of travel experience!ā€Ø āœˆļø 20+ European countries: My travel experience spans the continent, so I know how to navigate Europe and want to help others do the same.ā€Ø šŸ§³ Organized, detailed & thoughtful: My itineraries focus on making the most of your time & budget, blending structure with room for spontaneity. šŸ„ Foodie at heart: Food is also a huge part of my travels, & I make it a point to seek out the best local dishes & restaurants wherever I go.
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