Alsace places to visit and attractions

Below you can explore some of the most popular highlights and places of interest in the Alsace region. See also our Alsace travel guide.

Altkirch (Haut-Rhin)

In the oldest part of Altkirch you can still see part of the defensive walls and a medieval gateway into the town

See Altkirch guide

Barr (Bas-Rhin)

Less visited than many, Barr is something of an undiscovered gem among the popular Alsace villages

See Barr guide

Bergheim (Haut-Rhin)

The original fortified walls still surround the very picturesque village of Bergheim

See Bergheim guide

Chateau d'Andlau (Bas-Rhin)

It is the views as much as the castle itself at Chateau Andlau that provide a substantial part of the attraction

See Chateau d'Andlau guide

Chateau de Fleckenstein (Bas-Rhin)

The Chateau de Fleckenstein is one of the most imposing ruined castles along the Route des Chateaux in Alsace

See Chateau de Fleckenstein guide

Chateau du Haut-Koenigsbourg (Bas-Rhin)

The substantial Chateau du Haut-Koenigsbourg is one of the most visited and most substantial in Alsace, and has a fascinating history - and stunning views

See Chateau du Haut-Koenigsbourg guide

Colmar (Haut-Rhin)

The medieval centre of Colmar, with brightly painted half-timbered houses along the canalside, is extremely attractive

See Colmar guide

Ebersmunster Abbey (Bas-Rhin)

The remarkable baroque style Abbey Church of Ebersmunster is the principal place of interest in this village

See Ebersmunster Abbey guide

Eguisheim (Haut-Rhin)

Of the many beautiful traditional villages in Alsace, Eguisheim is one of our favourites

See Eguisheim guide

Epfig (Bas-Rhin)

After exploring Epfig village be sure to visit the 11th century chapel to see the frescoes and the vaulted ceiling

See Epfig guide

Guebwiller (Haut-Rhin)

In Guebwilller it is the part of the town along the canal and also the churches that are the highlight for visitors

See Guebwiller guide

Haguenau (Bas-Rhin)

Haguenau is a town with several interesting monuments, churches and museums to visit

See Haguenau guide

Hoffen (Bas-Rhin)

In the heart of the Outre-Foret region, Hoffen is a small village but with very lovely white half-timbered houses

See Hoffen guide

Hunawihr (Haut-Rhin)

In the heart of the Alsace wine region you should visit Hunawihr, now listed among the 'most beautiful villages in France'

See Hunawihr guide

Hunspach (Bas-Rhin)

The flowers, gardens and beautifully maintained old houses, all painted white, ensure that Hunspach is a highlight for visitors to Alsace

See Hunspach guide

Kaysersberg (Haut-Rhin)

The historic centre of Kaysersberg is very attractive, and the half-timbered houses along the river make it unmissable!

See Kaysersberg guide

Kientzheim (Bas-Rhin)

As well as the village itself there are several popular attractions close to Kientzheim including a castle, a stork park and a monkey sanctuary

See Kientzheim guide

Le Struthof (Bas-Rhin)

Le Struthof is the only Nazi Concentration camp to have been built in France during the Second World War

See Le Struthof guide

Lembach (Bas-Rhin)

The small town of Lembach is within the heart of the wooded valleys of the Vosges Regional Natural Park

See Lembach guide

Marmoutier (Bas-Rhin)

It is the abbey, and in particular its ornate facade, that is the highlight of your visit to Marmoutier

See Marmoutier guide

Mittelbergheim (Bas-Rhin)

Mittelbergheim is one of several Alsave villages classed among the most beautiful in France, and a local base for wine production and tasting

See Mittelbergheim guide

Molsheim (Bas-Rhin)

Although Molsheim is now quite a large town it is the small historic centre that will be of interest to visitors

See Molsheim guide

Mont-Sainte-Odile (Bas-Rhin)

Mont-Saint-Odile is a very popular pilgrimage destination, and has been since the mircles of Odile in the 7th century

See Mont-Sainte-Odile guide

Mulhouse (Haut-Rhin)

Often ignored as an 'industrial town' Mulhouse actually has an attractive centre around the Place de la Reunion and several important museums

See Mulhouse guide

Munster (Haut-Rhin)

Munster was very badly damaged during the First World War but careful renovation means there is still quite a lot of interesting monuments to see

See Munster guide

Murbach abbey (Haut-Rhin)

The remains of the abbey at Murbach, the surrounding gardens and its position in a wooded valley make it a very attractive place to visit

See Murbach abbey guide

Neuf-Brisach (Haut-Rhin)

Neuf-Brisach is unique in being a town that was entirely designed by Vauban, an important 18th century military engineer

See Neuf-Brisach guide

Neuwiller-les-Saverne (Bas-Rhin)

As well as the pretty half-timbered houses, the centre of Neuwiller-les-Saverne is dominated by two imposing churches

See Neuwiller-les-Saverne guide

Obernai (Bas-Rhin)

Obernai is perhaps the town in Alsace that has best preserved its original 15th century aspect

See Obernai guide

Ottmarsheim (Haut-Rhin)

The Abbey church of Ottmarsheim is said to be the oldest church in Alsace, and is very unusual in having an octagonal plan

See Ottmarsheim guide

Ribeauville (Haut-Rhin)

The traditional coloured houses and the castle poised high above the town make Ribeauvillé a pleasant place to explore

See Ribeauville guide

Riquewihr (Haut-Rhin)

Riquewihr is very lovely and has less to undermine its medieval charm than almost any of the Alsace villages

See Riquewihr guide

Rosheim (Bas-Rhin)

The roman style church is one highlight in Rosheim, and the oldest bakery in Alsace is another!

See Rosheim guide

Rouffach (Haut-Rhin)

Perhaps less exceptional than some Alsace towns we still enjoyed exploring the centre of Rouffach

See Rouffach guide

Saverne (Bas-Rhin)

The Chateau des Rohans dominates the medieval heart of Saverne, well placed for exploring the Vosges mountains

See Saverne guide

Selestat (Bas-Rhin)

One interesting feature of Selestat is the very wide range of architectural styles seen in the buildings and monuments

See Selestat guide

Soultz-Haut-Rhin (Haut-Rhin)

In Soultz-Haut-Rhin an unusual characteristic is that many of the old houses are in stone rather than half-timbered as is common in the region

See Soultz-Haut-Rhin guide

Strasbourg (Bas-Rhin)

The city of Strasbourg is one of the most important in France, and also one of the most attractive. At least a day to explore is very recommended!

See Strasbourg guide

Strasbourg cathedral (Bas-Rhin)

Strasbourg cathedral is a gothic style construction with a remarkable facade and beautiful stained glass windows

See Strasbourg cathedral guide

Turckheim (Haut-Rhin)

There is lots of interest to see here in Turckheim, one of the prettiest of the Alsace towns

See Turckheim guide

Ungersheim (Haut-Rhin)

The Ecomuseum at Ungershim is a fascinating reconstruction of an entire medieval Alsace village using buildings from across the region

See Ungersheim guide

Wasselonne (Bas-Rhin)

Although lacking major monuments Wasselonee is a pleasant town to explore when you are in the region

See Wasselonne guide

Wissembourg (Bas-Rhin)

Close to the French border with Germany, Wissembourg has many sights of interest and is also well placed to explore this area

See Wissembourg guide

For more information see the Alsace guide

Tourist attractions to visit in Alsace

The following sites have received official "tourist classifications"...

UNESCO world heritage sites

Neuf-Brisach ville neuve (Vauban fortifications): See tourist guide

Strasbourg Grand Ile: See tourist guide

Villages classified as "most beautiful villages"

Eguisheim: See tourist guide

Hunawihr: See tourist guide

Hunspach: See tourist guide

Mittelbergheim: See tourist guide

Riquewihr: See tourist guide

Towns classified as Recommended Detours

Obernai: See tourist guide

Thann

Wissembourg: See tourist guide

Regional Natural Parcs

Vosges-du-Nord

Bischheim

Colmar: See tourist guide

Diebolsheim

Drusenheim