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HOTEL TOUR CODE: AMV
Discover the picturesque Vosges mountains and the vine-
yards of Alsace on foot
Well marked paths and quiet country backroads provide the perfect setting
to explore one of the most picturesque regions of France. Wander along the
cobblestone streets of quaint villages and be impressed by the architecture
of Romanesque and Baroque churches. Sample some of the Alsace's finest
gastronomic delights as you travel through undulating farmland, orchards
and vineyards. You will be able to discover the summits of the Vosges,
unusual and stunning 'balloons' or round topped hills as you trek through
the valleys of this spectacular region.
ITINERARY: DAY 1 | Arrive Eguisheim 2 | Walk to Turckheim (4-5hrs)
3 | To Kaysersberg (4-5hrs) 4 | To Munster via Labaroche and the Croix
de Whor Pass (6-7hrs) 5 | Ascend towards Wassenberg and the village
of Wintzfelden (4-5hrs) 6 | Walk through the Rhine Valley and return to
Eguisheim (4-5hrs) 7 | Trip concludes
INCLUSIONS: Ξ 6 breakfasts, 6 dinners Ξ 4 nights in 3 star hotels and 2
nights in 2 star hotels on a twin share basis with ensuite facilities Ξ luggage
transfer Ξ information pack including route notes, maps & roadbook
Ξ emergency hotline
Alsace Mountains & Vineyards
7 DAY SELF GUIDED WALK GRADE 3
Walking the wine trails in Alsace
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Eguisheim
Strasbourg
Wintzfelden Munster
France
Germany
HOTEL TOUR CODE: ABL
An indulgent food&wine focusedcycle throughprettyAlsace
Sitting on the border of France and Germany is one of the most picturesque
regions of France, the Alsace. The blend of influences over time has left
a remarkable cultural legacy and along with it a gastronomy scene that
can be found nowhere else in France. The Alsace is also one of the most
cycle‑friendly regions in France and experiencing the charm and character
of the famous Alsatian Wine Road at handlebar level offers a healthy and
interactive alternative to conventional touring. Explore at a gentle pace, the
region's unique cuisine, wines, history, stunning landscapes and fairytale
style villages. The food focus on this trip will see you taking part in a cooking
course in Strasbourg, home to the official seat of the European Parliament,
tasting wines in the beautiful wine town of Obernai, where Kronenburg beer
is also brewed, as well as visiting a chocolate factory and wine museum
on the way to Kayserberg. Away from the saddle you can wander through
the gorgeous Eguisheim village and be charmed by Colmar's colourful and
character filled old town from a boat on the canal. In the evening, relax in
a range of accommodation from charming 3 star to deluxe 5 star hotels.
ITINERARY: DAY 1 | Arrive Strasbourg, enjoy a 3-course dinner cooking
class 2 | Cycle along 'La Bruche' canal andwine road toMolsheimandObernai,
wine tasting (37km) 3 | Through vineyards and villages to Andlau and wine
tasting (17km) 4 | Cycle today through wine villages to Saint Hippolyte and
be pampered at the hotel's wellness centre (23km) 5 | Visit a chocolate factory
and wine museum en route to Kayserberg (20km) 6 | Explore Kayserberg and
cycle to the picturesque village of Eguishem (21km) 7 | Cycle to Colmar, boat
tour and cooking class (16km) 8 | Train to Strasbourg where the trip concludes
INCLUSIONS: Ξ 7 breakfasts, 7 dinners Ξ 4 nights in 3 star hotels, 1 night in a
4 star hotel and 2 nights in 5 star hotels, on a twin share basis with ensuite facilities
Ξ luggage transfer Ξ information pack including route notes & maps Ξ 21speed
rental bike, equipped with panniers, pump, helmet, anti‑theft device & repair kit
(electric bikes available on request ‑ a supplement applies) Ξ emergency hotline
Ξ cooking courses in Strasbourg and Colmar Ξ Strasbourg Pass Ξ wine tastings in
Obernai and Landlau Ξ chocolate factory
visit Ξ wine museum visit at Kientzheim
Ξ flat‑bottomed boat visit of Colmar
Ξ wellness centre in St Hippolyte Ξ train
fromColmar to Strasbourg
NOTES: High season is from 1 May to
17 Sep and a supplement applies
Food Lover's Alsace by Bike
1 8 DAY SELF GUIDED CYCLE GRADE
Cycling through vineyards and quaint villages in Alsace
Colmar
Strasbourg
Obernai
France
Germany
"Romanesque and Baroque churches and
some of the Alsace's finest gastronomic
delights await, as you travel through
undulating farmland, orchards and vineyards.
You will discover the summits of the Vosges,
unusual and stunning 'balloons' or round
topped hills as you trek."
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DATES 2015
Daily except Sunday: 03 Apr to 3 Oct
Joining Eguisheim
DATES 2015
Daily except Sunday: 3 Apr to 3 Oct
Joining Strasbourg