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170 kilometres, over 70 communes, 7 emblematic grape varieties, 51 Grands Crus and hundreds of half-timbered villages - inaugurated in 1953, the Alsace Wine Route is the oldest wine trail in France. From Marlenheim to Thann, at the foot of the Vosges, it crosses some of Europe's most beautiful landscapes and villages. The complete guide.
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Gewurztraminer is undoubtedly the most expressive and recognisable grape variety in Alsace - and perhaps in the entire world. Its powerful and characteristic aromas of rose, lychee, spices and exotic flowers are identifiable at first sniff, even by the uninitiated. A wine of character and seduction, it represents the quintessence of the Alsatian style: generous, aromatic and of a complexity that rivals the greatest white grape varieties in the world.
Gertwiller, a small village on the Vosges foothills between Obernai and Barr, is recognised worldwide as the world capital of gingerbread. Two exceptional artisan houses - Lips and Fortwenger - have been perpetuating a unique craft for generations, making this village of a few hundred inhabitants the global epicentre of a timeless Alsatian speciality.
On 6 December, Alsace celebrates Saint Nicholas Day with remarkable enthusiasm. Torch-lit processions, Mannele brioche, gingerbread and lively markets - a popular family celebration that marks the true beginning of the Christmas season in Alsace.
Homemade gingerbread is one of the finest gifts you can give your Alsatian kitchen. Scented with honey, cinnamon, anise and cardamom, soft at heart and slightly crispy on the surface, it fills the house with an intoxicating fragrance that instantly evokes Christmas, Advent and Alsatian markets. The traditional recipe from Gertwiller, world capital of gingerbread, is simpler than one might think - you just need to follow a few essential rules to achieve a result worthy of the finest artisans.
Rain in Alsace? No panic! The region offers a multitude of indoor activities that allow you to fully enjoy your trip even when the sky is grey. Museums unique in Europe, centuries-old wine cellars, cosy winstubs, lively covered markets and craft workshops: rainy-day Alsace reveals an intimate and authentic side that fine weather sometimes obscures. A complete guide for turning a rainy day into a memorable experience.
Alsatian Pinot Blanc is arguably the most underrated grape variety in the region. Less flamboyant than Gewurztraminer, less mineral than Riesling, it wins hearts with its remarkable versatility and accessibility. Aperitif wine, table wine, the backbone of Crémant d'Alsace: Pinot Blanc accompanies every occasion with disarming ease. This guide finally gives it the recognition it deserves.
Alsatian Christmas decoration is one of the richest and most recognisable in Europe. Blown-glass storks, golden pretzels, lucky witches, Stars of Bethlehem and traditional motifs dress houses and markets in a unique atmosphere that blends centuries-old tradition with contemporary artisan creativity.
Käsküeche - literally "cheese tart" in Alsatian - is one of the most comforting desserts of traditional Alsatian baking. This generous tart based on velvety fromage blanc, scented with lemon and vanilla, on a light brioche dough, has accompanied Sunday afternoon teas and festive desserts in Alsace for generations. Simple to make and deeply comforting, it deserves a place of honour in the repertoire of regional baking.
Alsace offers one of France's richest grape variety palettes, each with its own personality and preferred pairings. From mineral Riesling to opulent Gewurztraminer, from light Pinot Noir to festive Crémant - knowing how to match the right wine to the right dish transforms a meal into a true gastronomic experience.
Your parcel shows "delivered" but you cannot find it anywhere? You are not alone. With the boom in online shopping, missing parcels and delivery errors have become a growing problem. Discover the causes of these incidents, the steps to find your parcel and best practices to avoid such problems in the future.
Alsace in winter is a unique and unforgettable experience. When snow covers the half-timbered rooftops of the Wine Route villages, when Christmas markets illuminate the medieval squares and winstubs fill with the scent of mulled wine and cinnamon, the region reveals its most magical and authentic face. Far from the summer crowds, winter Alsace offers an incomparable way of life and atmosphere that alone justifies the journey.
The Alsatian gift box is one of the most popular solutions for giving an authentic, representative gift from the region, without needing to multiply individual searches. Gourmet, wine-themed or artisan, each gift box formula meets different expectations, making it easy to find the perfect gift for every occasion and recipient.
Heiligenstein is a small wine village in the Vosges foothills that conceals a treasure unique in the world: the Klevener de Heiligenstein, a pink-berried grape variety grown nowhere else in Alsace and in no other French wine region. This discreet and distinguished wine, with its delicate aromas of rose and gentle spices, is one of the finest curiosities of the Alsatian vineyard. Discover the history of this village and its exceptional grape, a true ambassador of an authentic and preserved...
Spätzle are the emblematic fresh pasta of Alsatian and Germanic cuisine. These small irregular pasta with a soft and slightly elastic texture, poached in boiling water then golden in browned butter, accompany both meats in sauce and cheese-topped gratin dishes. Simple to prepare with the right utensils, they are an essential of the Alsatian table that every regional cuisine enthusiast should master.
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.
Alsatian frog soup is one of the most authentic and least-known recipes of Ried cooking. This wetland plain bordering the Rhine between Strasbourg and Colmar was long a paradise for frogs - and for the cooks who prepared them with artistry. Frogs' legs delicately poached in a Riesling-scented broth, bound with Alsatian crème fraîche and flavoured with parsley and garlic: a starter of remarkable finesse that deserves a revival on our tables.
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