Your day trip to Riquewihr will bring you to a picturesque village in France's Alsace region. Resting among endless rolling vineyards, this charming medieval town is renowned for its colorful half-timbered houses. The cobblestone streets and balconies decorated with flowers add to the scenes straight from a postcard. Stroll through the old town, visit the Dolder Tower for panoramic shots of the town and vineyards, and have a sip of your favorite varieties at the local wineries. Be sure to savor the region's famous Riesling and Gewürztraminer wines before heading back to Strasbourg.
Your friendly, professional driver will meet you at your door in Strasbourg and transport you comfortably to Riquewihr, where you can explore at your own pace until it's time for the seamless return trip.
Storybook scenes spring to life in stunning Riquewihr.
Stroll the Rue Du General de Gaulle, the bustling main street decked out with classic winemakers’ signs, wrought-iron details, and traditional Alsatian motifs. Consider trying local specialities such as Kugelhopf, a soft brioche cake topped with raisins and powdered sugar. Then, climb the Dolder Tower, a 13th-century watchtower that now hosts a museum about the village’s history and boasts incredible rooftop views. To round out the day, pop into one of the many caveaux to sample some of the region’s famous Grand Cru wines, such as the iconic Schoenenbourg Riesling.
Alsace Wine Route (途经)
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This journey passes through the Alsace Wine Route, so travelers can enjoy passing through an array of charming villages and hillside vineyards.
The village hosts various seasonal celebrations including wine harvest festivals in autumn, Christmas markets during winter holidays, and spring vineyard celebrations. These events offer opportunities to experience local culture, traditional music, and seasonal wine releases from village producers.
Riquewihr sits in the heart of Alsace's most prestigious wine region, surrounded by Grand Cru vineyards on hillside slopes. The microclimate and soil conditions create ideal growing conditions for Riesling, Gewurztraminer, and Pinot Gris grapes that produce the village's celebrated wines.
The drive from Strasbourg to Riquewihr covers approximately 37 miles (60 kilometers) and takes about one hour through the beautiful Alsace Wine Route. The scenic journey passes through rolling vineyards and charming villages typical of the region.
The village offers numerous artisan shops along Rue du General de Gaulle selling local crafts, wines, and regional specialties. Visitors can purchase authentic Alsatian pottery, traditional textiles, local honey, and wines directly from village producers in charming historic buildings.
The 13th-century Dolder Tower houses a fascinating museum about Riquewihr's history and medieval village life. Visitors can climb to the top for panoramic views of the surrounding vineyards and explore exhibits featuring local traditions, wine-making history, and historical artifacts.
Riquewihr features several traditional Alsatian restaurants offering regional cuisine in historic settings. Many establishments provide outdoor seating with vineyard views and serve local specialties including wine-paired meals featuring fresh, regional ingredients and traditional cooking methods.
Riquewihr is considered one of France's most beautiful villages due to its exceptionally well-preserved medieval architecture and complete fortification system. The village maintains its 16th-century appearance with original cobblestone streets, half-timbered houses, and defensive walls.
The village provides exceptional photography subjects including colorful half-timbered houses, medieval architecture details, vineyard landscapes, and cobblestone street scenes. The Dolder Tower views and flower-decorated windows create particularly striking images throughout different seasons.
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.