Top Things to do in Alsace
10 Things to do Good for a Rainy Day in Alsace That You Shouldn't Miss
Discover the best top things to do in Alsace, France including Domaine Mittnacht Freres, Cathedrale Notre Dame de Strasbourg, Musee Alsacien, Musee Unterlinden, Chateau du Haut Koenigsbourg, Cite de l'Automobile, Cite du Train - Patrimoine SNCF, Musee du Memorial des Combats de la Poche de Colmar, Musee Historique de Haguenau, Musee du Bagage.
Restaurants in Alsace
1. Domaine Mittnacht Freres
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 11 reviews
Tasting from organic and biodynamic wines directly by the producer. Adopt the "Esprit Libre Attitude" (open-minded spirit) by savoring our natural Riesling with no sulfite. Served your favorite foods with our Grand Cru Rosacker or Osterberg and (re)discover the Alsace's wine-pairing ! Share our cuvee "Copains-Copines" (Good friends) beetween friends gather arround a buffet or for the aperitif. Succumb to the bubbles of our Cremant Brut and Rose for your celebrations ! For groups (>10 peoples), please reserve by giving us a call or a short email. Independant winegrowers, labelled Ecocert and Demeter Spoken languages: Englisch, German and French
Reviewed By Breda_Travelgirl - Breda, The Netherlands
I came upon this place by accident and I’m very glad I did. I received a very warm welcome and enjoyed an elaborate tasting of some great wines. I left with a case full of wines to enjoy at home. I will definitely return when I’m in the area!
2. Cathedrale Notre Dame de Strasbourg
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4.5 based on 14,746 reviews
This huge cathedral, Strasbourg's most famous landmark, is an intimidating example of 13th-century Gothic architecture.
Reviewed By garryh702 - Port Coquitlam, Canada
From your first glimpse of the magnificent structure from blocks away to the breath-taking view when you enter the square surrounding this gigantic almost-eerie Gothic monument, it is truly overwhelming and awe-inspiring. My opinion is that it surpasses it's namesake - Notre Dame in Paris. Inside, the huge rose window, the pipe organ, the astrological clock all are simply amazing - especially when you consider they are all 5 or 6 centuries old.
3. Musee Alsacien
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4.5 based on 1,267 reviews
This museum explores the historic culture of Strasbourg and the rest of Alsace through exhibits of clothing and other household artifacts.
Reviewed By ALLISONMidland
This was a great museum to show example of the Alsacien area and period. The exhibits brought to life the life-style and daily activities of the people in a real life setting. A very worth while museum and worth a visit for sure!
4. Musee Unterlinden
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4.5 based on 1,605 reviews
Vast collection of paintings and sculptures features the Retable d'Issenheim (Issenheim Altarpiece,) considered to be the most important piece of art in the museum.
Reviewed By 922sirins - Kyrenia, Cyprus
It was used as a Monastery in 13AD when constructed. Later on in 19AD turned into a Museum as a Romanesque -Gothic syle. Nowadays you can see the paintings remaining from Medieval time. Artists such as Monet, Dubuffet and picasso paintings are also exhebited. Intereting place to see.
5. Chateau du Haut Koenigsbourg
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4.5 based on 3,211 reviews
This fairy tale castle looks down majestically across the Alsace plain for more then 850 years. Towering at 757 m over picture perfect villages and colourful vineyards, it is one of France's most widely visited castles. Restored in the early 20th century, its current state reflects how it looked in the 15th century. Passing the main gate of the impressive Haut-Koenigsbourg is to enter the medieval world. An enjoyable and breathtaking experience! The castle is open all year round except 1 January, 1 May, 10 July (Tour de France 2019) and 25 December.
Reviewed By andreit258 - Ploiesti, Romania
If you go in Alsace this is one of the things to see on that trip. A restored castle on top of a beautiful hill, where from you can see the surrounding vineyards Beautiful
6. Cite de l'Automobile
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4.5 based on 2,723 reviews
With 400 vehicles on show, the Schlumpf Collection is certainly the most prestigious collection in the world. This is demonstrated by the two Bugatti Royales, including the famous Coupé Napoléon, the 150 Bugatti, Hispano-Suiza, Ferrari, Rolls-Royce, Maserati, Maybach, Mercedes models, etc. From the first car, a Panhard-Levassor from 1894, to the present day, the Cité de l'Automobile brings the saga of the automobile to life. A living history as visitors can start a vintage car with a crank.
Reviewed By U5740AYdavidj
With over 400 vehicles in sparkling condition , it is said to be the largest auto museum in the world , a real must see if you are anything of a car enthusiast , impossible to do it full justice in one visit . Only one criticism , it is heavily slanted to French makes , particularly Bugatti’s , and you have to search very hard to find he odd Bentley , Jag , or Aston Martin .
7. Cite du Train - Patrimoine SNCF
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4.5 based on 1,614 reviews
Visit the Cité du Train in Mulhouse and discover two centuries of history and the largest railway museum in Europe spread over 60,000 m². At the heart of SNCF heritage, the Cité du Train takes you back to France’s great railway adventure, from its origins in 1827 to the present day. • The Scenic Route: 27 items based on 6 themes in the spectacular atmosphere of a movie set. • The Platforms of History: 64 items of railway equipment retracing the chronology of the railways in France. • Railway Panorama: exhibition and outdoor activity area with a breathtaking view of modern trains circulating.
Reviewed By Mrsdibble - Athens, Greece
Beautifully displayed selection of all eras of locomotives. From the earliest steam to modern day 500kph electrics. Trains from French Emperors and Présidents and everything in between. Also the biggest and most detailed model train set - over 12 meters long. A sight to behold. Original film and video displays and antique carriages decorated and set up in their original style- when 1st Class was fitted with armchairs. Those were the days!
8. Musee du Memorial des Combats de la Poche de Colmar
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 99 reviews
Reviewed By 476jael - Long Island, United States
During our Viking River Cruise’ “Rhine Getaway” journey, our ship docked at Breisach. We then took a ship’s shore excursion to visit “Musee du Memorial des Combats de la Poche de Colmar”. The museum had excellent exhibits, showing the history of the fierce battles between the advancing American & French armies and the defending German army from December 1944 to February 1945 when American & French armies liberated the Colmar Pocket. Upon entering the museum gate, we were met by an artillery piece in a nice courtyard. We then walked to the wall with a plaque, commemorating the 50 the anniversary of the liberation of Turckheim Village by French Army 1st Battalion and U.S. Army 112th Regiment/28th Division. After hearing our excellent tour guide’s concise and precise briefing of the history of the Battle of Colmar Pocket, we entered the museum building. There, we were greeted by surprisingly elaborate exhibits of weapons and equipments used by the armies on both sides. We were even more impressed by the exhibits of strikingly realistic replicas of American and German soliders in their battle situations, which brought the entire exhibits to life. Just by looking at the solmn faces of those soldiers on exhibits, we could feel their tension, anxiety, determination and perseverance. We were tremendously moved by the exhibits which were even more effective in history telling than many well-versed history tellers. This museum is a must visit place during a visit to Colmar area.
9. Musee Historique de Haguenau
10. Musee du Bagage
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 85 reviews
Come and discover the Luggage Museum, in the former premises of the Banque de France, rue Saint-Georges in Haguenau. In this fully redesigned setting, take a journey through time with a selection of legendary trunks, all part of a unique collection in Europe.
