Map of Alsace Wine Route France – Wine Region & Location Guide

The Alsace Wine Route is one of France's most scenic wine trails, winding through vineyards, medieval villages, castle landscapes and foothills of the Vosges Mountains. Stretching through the Alsace region of northeastern France, the route is famous for white wines, colourful half-timbered towns and beautiful countryside.

This map of the Alsace Wine Route France provides a location guide to the wine villages, vineyard areas, nearby attractions, transport connections and major visitor destinations along the route.

Quick Answer:

The Alsace Wine Route is located in northeastern France, running through the Alsace vineyards between the Strasbourg area and the southern Haut-Rhin region near Thann.

Alsace Wine Route Map

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Where is the Alsace Wine Route Located?

The Alsace Wine Route follows the eastern foothills of the Vosges Mountains in the Grand Est region of France. It passes through many of Alsace's best-known vineyard towns and villages, with Strasbourg to the north and Colmar near the centre of the route.

  • Country: France
  • Region: Grand Est
  • Historic region: Alsace
  • Main wine area: Alsace vineyards
  • Major nearby cities: Strasbourg, Colmar and Mulhouse
  • Known for: White wine, vineyard villages, half-timbered houses and scenic drives

Wine Route Features

  • Vineyard landscapes: Rolling hills covered with vines along the Vosges foothills.
  • Historic wine villages: Colourful villages with half-timbered houses and cobbled streets.
  • Alsace white wines: Region known for Riesling, Gewürztraminer, Pinot Gris and other varieties.
  • Castle viewpoints: Hilltop ruins and restored castles overlooking vineyards.
  • Scenic driving route: Popular touring road linking wine villages and towns.
  • Walking and cycling routes: Vineyard paths and regional trails throughout the area.

Top Attractions Nearby

  • Riquewihr: One of Alsace's most famous wine villages with medieval streets and colourful buildings.
  • Eguisheim: Circular village known for flowers, vineyards and traditional Alsatian architecture.
  • Ribeauvillé: Historic wine town below castle ruins and vineyard hills.
  • Kaysersberg: Scenic village with a river, bridge and hillside vineyard views.
  • Colmar: Major Alsace town known for its old town and Little Venice district.
  • Château du Haut-Koenigsbourg: Restored mountain castle overlooking the Alsace Plain.

Transport Features

  • Road access: The route is commonly explored by car through wine villages and vineyard roads.
  • Regional rail services: Trains connect Strasbourg, Colmar, Sélestat and Mulhouse.
  • Local buses: Services connect selected towns and villages along the route.
  • Cycling routes: Vineyard cycling paths and regional bike routes are popular with visitors.
  • Walking trails: Marked paths connect villages, vineyards and viewpoints.
  • Strasbourg and Basel-Mulhouse airports: Major airport access points for the wider region.

Nearby Destinations

  • Strasbourg
  • Colmar
  • Château du Haut-Koenigsbourg
  • Black Forest
  • Mulhouse
  • Vosges Mountains

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Where is the Alsace Wine Route?
    The Alsace Wine Route is located in northeastern France, running through the vineyards of Alsace between the Strasbourg area and the southern Haut-Rhin region.
  • What is the Alsace Wine Route famous for?
    It is famous for scenic vineyards, colourful wine villages, half-timbered houses, white wines and historic towns.
  • What are the best villages on the Alsace Wine Route?
    Popular villages include Riquewihr, Eguisheim, Ribeauvillé, Kaysersberg, Hunawihr and Bergheim.
  • How do you explore the Alsace Wine Route?
    Visitors commonly explore by car, bicycle, regional train, local bus or organised wine tour.
  • What attractions are near the Alsace Wine Route?
    Nearby attractions include Colmar, Château du Haut-Koenigsbourg, Strasbourg, vineyard viewpoints and the Vosges Mountains.
  • When is the best time to visit the Alsace Wine Route?
    Spring, summer and autumn are popular for vineyard scenery, while December is especially popular for Christmas markets in Alsace towns and villages.

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