Do I need a car in Alsace?

Alsace can be discovered without a car by using soft transport, which is less polluting and allows you to take full advantage of the scenery as it passes by! No more traffic jams and no more searching for a car park…

What is the prettiest town in Alsace?

Ribeauvillé and Riquewihr

These two villages, quite close to each other, are among the most visited in Alsace and the most beautiful in France.

Can you get around Strasbourg without a car?

Take the Train

But you can easily take a train to visit other cities and towns in France or even neighboring countries. The main train station in Strasbourg is called Gare de Strasbourg and you can buy tickets at the station or online. Helpful Tip: There are several options to buy tickets online.

Is there a hop on hop off bus in Alsace?

On board the Kut'zig open-top bus, experience an original and new way to visit the heart of the Alsace wine route : Colmar, Ribeauvillé, Hunawihr, Riquewihr, the Kaysersberg vineyards, Turckheim, Eguisheim. You're free to hop on and off as often as you like for just 29€ for the whole day !

How many days should I spend in Alsace?

For the best experience, plan to spend at least 3 days on the Alsace wine route. This gives you enough time to day trip to the towns, dine on the Alsatian food, go on wine tastings, and truly experience this region. During our visit, we typically visited four towns per day.

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What is the best month to visit Alsace?

May and June (Late Spring/Early Summer)

This is one of our favorite times to visit Alsace. The weather is warm and pleasant, the vineyards are lush and green, and the biggest summer crowds haven't quite arrived yet.

Is Alsace worth it?

It is not as heavily touristic as some other parts of Europe, and is absolutely stunning. The Alsace Route de Vin is filled with beautiful wine, incredible food, fairytale villages and gorgeous scenery.

How long does a hop-on hop-off bus tour take?

How long does the tour take? Red Route: 2 hours, 30 minutes (approx.) Blue Route: 3 hours, 35 minutes (approx.) Green Link: 1 hour, 10 minutes (approx.)

How to travel between Alsace villages?

Take the train

With 14 railway lines and 161 stations served by the regional express train system (TER), Alsace has a very dense railway system. Coaches, synchronized with the train schedules, also provide connections to cities and villages.

Do you need a car in Colmar, France?

It's also incredibly easy to reach by public transportation from nearby towns and cities, and once you arrive, you won't need a car. Colmar is extremely pedestrian-friendly, making it the perfect place to explore at a leisurely pace.

How close is Strasbourg to the German border?

Strasbourg, the largest city in the Alsace region, is only five km (about 3 miles) from the German border where the two countries share use of the Rhine river.

Can you do Strasbourg in one day?

One day in Strasbourg is not enough to see everything but this plan will let you use your time in the best way. You will see the cathedral – the symbol of the city, cute architecture specific for this region, you will taste local wine and cuisine, you will meet a stork and see the parliament.

Can you visit Alsace without a car?

Alsace can be discovered without a car by using soft transport, which is less polluting and allows you to take full advantage of the scenery as it passes by! No more traffic jams and no more searching for a car park…

Where is the best place to stay in Alsace?

Which is better, Colmar or Strasbourg?

Colmar and Strasbourg each have their own unique magic, making it hard to go wrong with either choice. Colmar is perfect for those craving a serene, fairy-tale escape, while Strasbourg is much bigger with more variety and history to offer.

Where to base in Alsace?

You can wander through Colmar in just a few hours, but with more time, you can sample a few restaurants, go shopping, go wine tasting, and even visit one of several museums. Colmar is one of the largest towns in the Alsace so it makes a great home base for exploring the area.

What to try in Alsace?

How long do you need to explore Colmar?

A lot of visitors only spend a day visiting Colmar, but if you have time to spare it's worth staying at least one night. The best reason to stay overnight is that in the early mornings or at dusk you can almost have Petit Venice to yourself.

Can you start hop on hop off bus at any stop?

You can join either tour at any stop. The Hop-on Hop-off tour lasts approximately 1 hour 45 minutes.

What is the best hop-on hop-off bus tour?

Tootbus London, Big Bus Tours, and Golden Tours are the 3 best Hop-on Hop-off tour companies.

Can you stay on a hop-on hop-off bus?

Our London hop on hop off bus tours give you the flexibility to plan your day, your way. You can choose to stay on board the entire London bus route and let us take you for a scenic spin, or hop-off at the destinations you want to further explore.

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What is the best time to visit Alsace?

You can visit this part of France year-round but if you prefer to avoid crowds, you should stick to the shoulder season of late April/early May and late September/early October.