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Holiday Getaway to the Christmas Capital in Alsace 🎄✨

[UPDATED FOR 2024] Thinking of spending the holiday season in Alsace? Good choice. It is one of the most magical places in the world to get you in the holiday spirit! This 3-day itinerary is designed to not only take you to some of the BEST Christmas markets in Alsace but also to some of the cutest towns in France. You will visit big spots but also venture into the more authentic villages of the region! This itinerary is perfect for those who have access to a car and includes: ✨accommodation recommendations ✨regional foods you MUST try ✨6 different towns to visit + a castle ✨places to eat ✨practical info about the Christmas Markets ✨bonus suggestions if you have extra time The whole point of this itinerary is to deep dive into the region and to take you to some of the most iconic and authentic towns in Alsace! This itinerary is based on my own 2-day Itinerary but has been expanded and improved to include more spots we didn’t have time to visit! I'm excited for you to get into the holiday spirit in Alsace - it's absolutely memorable! 🎄 DID YOU KNOW? There is also a car-free version of this itinerary? You can find it on my Thatch store!

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(Car-Free) Holiday Getaway to the Christmas Capital in Alsace 🎄✨

[UPDATED FOR 2024] Thinking of spending the holiday season in Alsace but unsure how to navigate the region? I can help you with that. This 3-day itinerary is designed to not only take you to some of the BEST Christmas markets in Alsace but also to some of the cutest towns in France. You will visit big spots but also venture into the more authentic villages of the region - all while NOT needing a car! This itinerary is perfect for those who want to travel car-free and includes: ✨accommodation recommendations ✨regional foods you MUST try ✨5 different towns to visit ✨places to eat ✨practical info about the Christmas Markets ✨bonus suggestions if you have extra time The whole point of this itinerary is to deep dive into the region and to take you to some of the most iconic and authentic towns in Alsace! This itinerary is based on my own 2-day Itinerary but has been expanded and improved to include more spots we didn’t have time to visit! I'm excited for you to get into the holiday spirit in Alsace - it's absolutely memorable!

Car-free • Outdoors • History • Foodie • People & Culture • Sustainable/Eco

$15.00

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✨I also offer custom itineraries to cater my recommendations to your own trip and travel style! Find out more at the bottom of this guide! ✨

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What to do:

Planning to visit Alsace? This FREE guide is made for you! After researching extensively and visiting the region in the summer AND around the holiday season, I have created your dream Alsace Wishlist! Alsace is an eastern region of France that shares a border with Germany. And because of this, you'll notice that Alsace and Germany share many cultural similarities. The buildings and the food are often very similar, making it a very unique region in France to visit! Here are some of the cutest villages and spots to add to your bucket list! Be sure to SAVE this guide for any future updates! Did you know: there is Alsatian Wine Route? Alsace is a major wine region in France! 🍷

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Where to stay:

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Strasbourg:

Hôtel Beaucour

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BOMA

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Colmar:

Colmar Hotel

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Airport:

-Aéroport de Strasbourg

-There is no international airport in Strasbourg - you will most likely land in Paris and take a connecting flight.

Train:

-You can also take the train from Paris, this typically takes around 2 hours. You can look for tickets on the SNCF, Trainline, Ouigo or Omio.

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How to get around the region:

-Most of the beauty of Alsace is found in the small towns. It's important to note that in order to do this RENTING A CAR is the best way to get around. There are no train stations in the small towns. The only train stations can be found in Strasbourg and Colmar.

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-Another popular way is bike rental since you will be riding through the vineyards to get from town to town.

Getting to/from the airport:

-There is a shuttle that will take you from the Strasbourg airport directly into the city centre within 8 minutes.

-You can buy tickets at the train station or at the airport at the ticket machines.

Want help planning your trip to Alsace?

I consider France to be my area of expertise. I've lived here for 2 years and have traveled around many times to many regions! I would love to help you with your trip planning - let's make the most out of your trip!

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you know where you want to go but cannot commit the time to planning and researching the logistical details. You can choose whether you want an in-depth itinerary or a trip outline!

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