Strasbourg to Haut-Koenigsbourg and Colmar: Private day trip

Explore a storybook-esque fortress and learn rich tales about the castle’s empires and sieges. In Haut Koenigsbourg, travelers can explore furnished rooms, ramparts, courtyards, and drawbridges. The best views are from the southern bastion tower, which offers panoramic views across the surrounding Rhine Valley. The spiral staircase inside features displays of armor for another stunning photo. Visitors can also take a 10-minute walk to the nearby Volerie des Aigles (Eagle Sanctuary) for an up-close raptor show in the castle’s ambience. Please check the fortress’s opening hours before your trip, as they change throughout the year: https://www.haut-koenigsbourg.fr/en/practical-information/opening-hours/

Step into fairytale perfection in Colmar, and enjoy a pastel-hued day and exceptional wine. In Colmar, head to La Petite Venise to stroll around amidst picturesque canals and pastel colored homes. Then, visit the Old Town to see the Rue des Marchands and the bustling Place de l’Ancienne Douane. The Rue de Tetes is a popular spot for photos, as this “House of Heads” boasts an ornate facade. Be sure to stop in the Unterlinden Museum, which houses the famous Isenheim Altarpiece. Travelers also enjoy the covered market and the quiet majesty of the Place de la Cathedrale. While in the city, visitors should sample Tarte Flambee, a thin, crispy Alsatian-style pizza.

This journey passes through the Alsace Wine Route, so travelers can enjoy passing through an array of charming villages and hillside vineyards.