Step back in time for a day at Ecomusée d’Alsace and experience 20th-century life in rural Alsace. This family-friendly location lets travelers of all ages feed the goats, admire artisan crafts, and explore the barns and paddocks. Enjoy tangible history on this enchanting day trip.
A professional driver will meet your family in Strasbourg and whisk you safely to the Ecomusee d’Alsace, allow you to explore at your own pace, and then guide you back.
Immerse yourself in 20th-century rural life at Ecomusee d’Allace.
Explore Ecomusee d’Allace in either the summer season from the 5th of April to November 2nd, or the winter season from December 6th to January 4th for a frosty wonderland. Meander through over 80 historic buildings preserving rural life in the 20th century, including homes, schools, chapels, workshops, and even a sawmill. Attend live demonstrations of artisan crafts such as pottery, forging, or baking, and enjoy hands-on experiences with traditional practices. Children may be particularly excited about visiting the grazing animals living on the stunning property. Review opening times and purchase tickets online: https://www.ecomusee.alsace/en/tickets/
The Ecomusee d'Alsace is located approximately 60 miles (100 kilometers) south of Strasbourg near Ungersheim. The journey takes about 90 minutes through the scenic Alsatian countryside, passing through traditional villages and agricultural areas.
Plan around 4 hours to properly explore the museum's extensive grounds and buildings. This allows time for building visits, craft demonstrations, animal interactions, and leisurely exploration of the reconstructed village environments without feeling rushed.
The museum is extremely family-friendly with grazing animals including goats, sheep, and other farm animals that children can interact with. The outdoor setting provides space for exploration, and many hands-on activities are specifically designed to engage children in learning about historical life.
The museum operates on a seasonal basis and may be closed for bad weather. Check https://www.ecomusee.alsace/en/ for current schedules.
Visitors can observe live demonstrations of traditional crafts including pottery making, blacksmithing, baking, and weaving. Seasonal activities include traditional farming practices, artisan workshops, and interactive experiences that allow participation in historical trades and daily life activities.
The Ecomusee d'Alsace is an open-air museum featuring over 80 authentic historic buildings that preserve 20th-century rural Alsatian life. Unlike traditional museums, it's a living museum where visitors can experience traditional crafts, farming practices, and daily life in reconstructed historic villages.
Wear comfortable walking shoes suitable for outdoor terrain and variable weather conditions. Bring weather-appropriate clothing as much of the experience is outdoors. Sunscreen and hats are recommended for summer visits, while warm clothing is essential for winter wonderland experiences.
The museum features authentic relocated historic buildings including farmhouses, schools, chapels, workshops, barns, and even a working sawmill. These structures represent different periods and regions of Alsace, creating a comprehensive overview of rural life and architectural evolution.
Day trips offer travelers private round-trip transportation to popular sightseeing locations. One of our professional drivers will pick you up in a luxurious, climate-controlled car, take you to the site of interest, and wait for you while you explore before driving you back to your hotel.
Yes! You’re free to choose the pickup and drop-off times that work best for you. However, the time spent at the destination is fixed and cannot be changed.
Each sightseeing stop has a recommended duration that includes plenty of time to explore. However, it is possible to customize the time spent at each sightseeing stop at a later stage in the booking process to best fit your unique schedule.
Your Daytrip driver will wait for you nearby for the duration of your exploration, meaning you’ll never have to wait for your return trip transportation to arrive. Your comfort and convenience are our top priorities, and we aim to close out your day trip with a return on your schedule.
The price of a day trip does not include any entrance tickets, guided tours, or meals you may partake in at your destination. The price covers round-trip transportation in a luxury vehicle with a professional driver who can provide local insights en route.
Day trip bookings can be canceled up to 24 hours before your trip for a full refund, no strings attached. While the destination and stops are predetermined, it is possible to change your pick-up point, whether it is at your hotel or some other location within the city.