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The Pfifferdaj of Ribeauvillé - the Minstrels' Festival
The Pfifferdaj of Ribeauvillé - the Minstrels' Festival
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The Pfifferdaj, "day of the fife players", is one of Alsace's oldest and most colourful traditional festivals....

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Alsatian Wood Carving - Folk Tradition and Artisan Craftsmanship
Alsatian Wood Carving - Folk Tradition and Artisan Craftsmanship
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Alsatian wood carving draws its origins from the forest abundance of the Vosges and from a centuries-old farming...

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Alsatian Weaving - the Textile Art of Traditional Household Linen
Alsatian Weaving - the Textile Art of Traditional Household Linen
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Alsatian weaving, with its characteristic colourful check patterns and centuries-old textile craftsmanship,...

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Betschdorf Pottery - the Art of Blue-Grey Salt-Glazed Stoneware
Betschdorf Pottery - the Art of Blue-Grey Salt-Glazed Stoneware
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Betschdorf pottery - in reality stoneware rather than faience in the strict sense - is one of Alsace's most...

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Meisenthal Blown Glass - the Ancestral Art of Vosges Crystal
Meisenthal Blown Glass - the Ancestral Art of Vosges Crystal
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Since 1704, the village of Meisenthal has perpetuated the ancestral art of blown glass in the Vosges forest of...

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Alsace with Family - Activities and Outings for Young and Old

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Why Alsace Is an Ideal Family Destination

Alsace combines several assets that make it a top destination for families with children. Distances are short - one can move from vineyard to mountain, from plain to forest in under an hour's drive - allowing activities to be varied without tiring the youngest with long journeys. The architectural heritage, with its colourful half-timbered houses, storks nesting on rooftops and villages that seem to come straight out of a fairy tale, naturally fascinates children.

Animal Parks - Encounters with Wildlife

Alsace has several quality animal parks, perfectly suited to families. The Hunawihr Stork Reintroduction Centre allows close observation of the region's emblematic bird. The Wesserling Park in the Thur valley combines botanical discovery and children's entertainment in a unique industrial heritage setting.

Enchanting Villages - a Playful Discovery of Heritage

Alsatian villages, with their colourful half-timbered houses and flower-filled streets, are an attraction for children in themselves. Riquewihr, Eguisheim or Hunawihr resemble fairy-tale settings that naturally captivate children's imaginations.

Outdoor Activities for All Ages

Alsace offers a diversity of outdoor activities suited to families. Bike rides on the secure cycle paths through the vineyard allow a gentle, active discovery of the territory. Easy hikes in the Vosges, to glacial lakes or ruined castles, captivate children through their sense of adventure and discovery.

Alsatian Gastronomy, a Gourmet Playground for Children

Generous and convivial Alsatian cuisine naturally appeals to children. Christmas Bredele, those small sweet biscuits in varied shapes, constitute a full-fledged family activity - their making, often done as a family during Advent, is a ritual cherished by the youngest.

Practical Tips for a Successful Family Stay

  • The season: spring offers mild weather and blossoming orchards; summer allows outdoor activities; autumn captivates with its colours and harvest festivals; winter is magical with the Christmas markets
  • Accommodation: numerous Alsatian gîtes and guesthouses are specially suited to families
  • Transport: favouring a central base allows easy access to different activities
  • Pace: alternate cultural and outdoor activities, plan breaks in the numerous parks and playgrounds of the villages
 

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