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  The Pagan Wall of Mont Sainte-Odile - What Is It Really?

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  11 kilometres long, 5 to 6 metres high, 2 metres thick, 300,000 cyclopean sandstone blocks linked by unique dovetail wooden tenons - the Pagan Wall surrounding Mont Sainte-Odile is one of Alsace's most impressive and mysterious archaeological structures. Who built it? When? Why? Historians are still debating.

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  The History of Alsatian Half-Timbered Houses - Why These Colourful Homes?

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  With their exposed beams, colourful facades and flat-tiled roofs, half-timbered houses are Alsace's most recognisable architectural symbol. But why the exposed wood? Why the vivid colours? And what did they really mean? A journey into the fascinating history of a living heritage.

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  Saint Odile, Patron Saint of Alsace - Who Was She Really?

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  Born blind around 660, probably in Obernai, rejected by her father the Duke of Alsace Etichon-Adalric, miraculously healed at her baptism, founder of the abbey of Hohenbourg on the mountain that bears her name, canonised in 1049 and proclaimed patron saint of Alsace in 1946 - Saint Odile is one of the most fascinating spiritual figures of the Middle Ages.

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  The Stork in Alsace - History, Legends and Remarkable Return

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  With its white plumage, black wingtips and long red bill, the white stork is Alsace's most iconic bird. But this symbol came close to vanishing forever : by the 1970s, only a handful of breeding pairs remained in the region. The story of a fascinating bird, caught between medieval legends, ecological crisis and a remarkable comeback.

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  Soufflenheim vs Betschdorf Pottery - What's the Difference?

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  Soufflenheim and Betschdorf are Alsace's two great pottery villages, just a few kilometres apart - yet completely different. Colourful glazed earthenware on one side, grey and cobalt-blue salt-glazed stoneware on the other. Two traditions, two histories, two aesthetics. A complete guide to understanding both and choosing the right one.

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  Obernai Wine Festival 2026 - 56th Edition | August 11-16

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  From August 11 to 16, 2026, Obernai's Market Square hosts the 56th Wine Festival, organised by the Corporation des Vignerons d'Obernai. Six days of free wine tastings, the famous crémant-based vigneron cocktail, a folklore evening and a winegrowers' ball - free admission, daily from 10 am to 8 pm.

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  Les Estivales d'Obernai - Free Open-Air Concerts since 2005

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  Since 2005, Les Estivales d'Obernai have transformed the Place du Marché into an open-air concert stage every summer. Free entry, on-site catering, entertainment from 7pm and concerts from 9pm - an unmissable event of the Alsatian summer, at the foot of the Kappelturm belfry and the Sainte-Odile fountain. Find the 2026 programme and the history of all editions.

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  The Best Soufflenheim Pottery | Complete Guide

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  Baeckeoffe casseroles, kouglof moulds, Alsatian terracotta pottery... Discover the best Soufflenheim pottery, handcrafted in Alsace for generations by master potters.

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  What to Bring Back as a Souvenir from Alsace? The Complete Guide

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  Wine glasses, Soufflenheim pottery, gourmet specialities, decorations... Discover the best Alsatian souvenirs to bring back from your stay in Alsace, France.

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  Alsatian Signature Bouchée à la Reine

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  Unlike classic recipes that are often very pale and uniform, this version plays on three levers: concentrated flavours, contrasting textures and a lightly toasted finish. The result: a Bouchée à la Reine that is more gastronomic yet always approachable.

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  Artisan Black Forest Cake with Morello Cherries and Intense Dark Chocolate

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  The iconic Black Forest recipe with a light cocoa sponge soaked in a subtle kirsch syrup, a homemade less-sweetened morello cherry compote, and a lightly sweetened whipped cream to balance the richness of the chocolate.

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  Grumbeerekiechle, Alsatian potato fritters just like homemade

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  The traditional and authentic recipe for Alsatian potato fritters, crispy on the outside, soft on the inside, with tasty variations featuring lardons, gruyère or salmon.

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  Use-by, Best-before, Sterilised Jars - Understanding Dates to Avoid Food Waste

  Posted in: Alsatian Wines & Gastronomy

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  Use-by, best-before... These labels appear on all our food products, but their meaning is often unclear. The result : millions of tonnes of food are thrown away every year, often needlessly. Understanding these dates better allows us to adopt responsible consumption, save money and make the most of the excellent sterilised jars from our Alsatian artisans.

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  Alsatian Calendars - A Tradition Through the Months

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  The Alsatian calendar is far more than a simple tool for tracking the days - it is an invitation to travel to the heart of Alsace throughout the year. Vineyard landscapes, flower-filled villages, traditions and regional illustrations... our Alsatian calendars capture the soul of the region month after month. From 2027 editions to collections from previous years, find your ideal Alsatian calendar !

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  Alsatian Presskopf Recipe

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  Presskopf - pork head cheese in aspic - is one of the jewels of traditional Alsatian charcuterie. Served cold with shallot vinaigrette and steamed potatoes, it embodies Alsatian peasant cuisine in all its generosity. A recipe that takes time but richly rewards the effort.

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  Support Local Businesses - Shop Alsatian with Déco Alsace

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  By ordering on decoalsace.fr, you are not going through a large impersonal platform - you are ordering directly from our shop, La Boîte aux Trésors, in the heart of Obernai. Local crafts, Alsatian decoration, authentic souvenirs and gift ideas : support local commerce while enjoying the comfort of online shopping ! Discover our shop.

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  La Boîte aux Trésors - Authentic Alsatian Shop in the Heart of Obernai

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  Since 2004, La Boîte aux Trésors welcomes you at 4 rue Sainte-Odile in Obernai for an authentic immersion into Alsatian craftsmanship and traditions. Over 2000 carefully selected references await you : Soufflenheim pottery, fine food, Alsatian wines, souvenirs and much more. A must-visit address in the heart of Alsace ! Find out more about our shop.

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  Promotions and Discounts on Alsatian Products - Great Deals at Déco Alsace

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  Déco Alsace regularly offers promotions and discounts on a wide selection of Alsatian souvenirs, crafts and specialities. Reductions of -3% to -25% on hundreds of products, a 5% welcome offer for new customers and seasonal deals throughout the year. Don't miss the great deals!

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