Arrival in Strasbourg, pick up the car, and check in at the Hôtel Beaucour or LÉONOR Hôtel.
In the afternoon, the tour begins at Place Kléber, in front of the spectacular giant Christmas tree. Afterward, take a stroll through the historic center and Petite France, one of Strasbourg’s most beautiful spots after dark.
For dinner, head to an authentic winstub like Le Clou, where you can try a traditional tarte flambée or a hearty Alsatian dish.
Overnight in Strasbourg.
Morning: Explore Strasbourg’s Christmas markets, the cathedral, Place Broglie, and the downtown streets—especially the festively decorated Rue des Orfèvres.
In the afternoon, take a trip to Obernai, a small village surrounded by vineyards, where you can enjoy its craft stalls, local products, and a nice glass of mulled wine.
Back in Strasbourg, enjoy a special dinner at Maison Kammerzell, next to the cathedral.
Overnight in Strasbourg.
We leave Strasbourg to head into the heart of Alsace.
First stop: the impressive Haut-Koenigsbourg Castle, a medieval fortress with spectacular views of the vineyards.
Next, we head to Ribeauvillé, where we’ll stroll through its half-timbered streets and stop for lunch at Au Cheval Blanc.
At the end of the day, we arrive in Colmar. After checking in at Logis Hôtel Saint-Martin or Hotel Turenne, it’s time to explore the city’s illuminated streets and the magical Petite Venise for the first time.
Overnight in Colmar.
Today we’re visiting two of the region’s prettiest villages.
We’ll start with Riquewihr, with its decorated streets, colorful houses, and festive Christmas atmosphere. A visit to Käthe Wohlfahrt, the famous Christmas shop, is a must.
For lunch, we can try a traditional baeckeoffe at La Grappe d'Or.
In the afternoon, we’ll head to Kaysersberg, where the Christmas market, the river, and the half-timbered houses create one of the most special scenes of the trip.
Return to Colmar and free afternoon.
Overnight in Colmar.
We start the day in Eguisheim, a small village with concentric streets that seems designed for aimless strolling. The famous Pigeonnier is one of its most recognizable landmarks.
We’ll return to Colmar for lunch at the Marché Couvert and then continue on to Turckheim.
Here we’ll enjoy its famous Living Advent Calendar, one of Alsace’s most unique Christmas traditions.
In the evening, we’ll return to Colmar for dinner at Winstub Brenner, right in the heart of Petite Venise.
Overnight in Colmar.
Today we’re leaving the car parked and spending the whole day in Colmar.
We’ll explore its various Christmas markets, passing through the Place des Dominicains, the Koïfhus, the Place de la Cathédrale, and, of course, Petite Venise.
The idea is to enjoy the atmosphere at a leisurely pace: craft stalls, sweets, mulled wine, decorated storefronts, and small shops.
As evening falls, the lights completely transform the city. If the weather permits, we can end the day with a boat ride along the canals.
Farewell dinner in Colmar at Winstub Flory.
Overnight in Colmar.
After several days spent exploring markets and fairytale-like villages, we changed scenery to discover the Alsace Wine Route.
A leisurely drive through vineyards and small villages like Kientzheim, Hunawihr, and Bergheim, which are much less crowded than the big classics.
We can take the opportunity to sample the local cuisine and visit a family-run winery, discovering wines such as Riesling, Gewürztraminer, and Pinot Gris.
In the afternoon, we’ll return to Colmar to enjoy the last few free hours of the trip: shopping, a coffee, or simply heading back to our favorite spot.
Overnight in Colmar.
One last stroll through Colmar and time for some last-minute shopping: bredle, chocolates, Alsatian wine, or a traditional Kougelhopf.
Afterward, departure for Strasbourg Airport, car drop-off, and return flight.
The end of a trip filled with Christmas markets, fairytale villages, castles, and vineyards.
