From Colmar: Haut-Koenigsbourg Castle and Villages Day Tour
Haute-Rhin, France, Chamonix
Discover some of the beautiful villages of the Alsace wine route on a small group tour from Colmar. Visit the medieval Château du Haut-Kœnigsbourg, enjoy lunch in the beautiful town of Riquewihr.
Alsace Wine Route and Château du Haut-Kœnigsbourg Small Group Tour
This small group tour departs from Colmar and explores Alsace’s wine route villages, suited for adults interested in history, culture, and wine tasting.
Highlights
- Discover the traditional villages along the Alsace wine route
- Visit the medieval Château du Haut-Kœnigsbourg
- Taste Alsace wines at a typical local wine bar
Description
Depart from Colmar and visit the traditional village of Eguisheim, known for its concentric narrow streets and half-timbered houses decorated with flowers. After a walk, continue to the fortified town of Riquewihr, passing through Turckheim, where you can see traditional Alsace houses covered in floral displays.
In Riquewihr, explore the 16th-century streets and take free time for lunch. Then, drive along the Alsace wine route between the Rhine Valley and the Vosges Mountains to admire vineyards and quaint villages.
Finally, visit the medieval Château du Haut-Kœnigsbourg overlooking the valley. Learn about its historical role in controlling regional wine, wheat, and salt trade routes.
Includes
- English-speaking driver/guide
- Transportation by modern, fully equipped minivan
- Small group tour with a maximum of 8 people
- Visit to Eguisheim or a similar village
- Wine tasting at a typical wine bar
- Visit to Riquewihr
- Visit to Château du Haut-Kœnigsbourg
Excludes
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities for the driver/guide
- Entrance fees to monuments and attractions not listed in the itinerary
- Personal expenses
- Personal insurance
Important Information
- Minimum of 2 adult passengers required for the tour to operate
- Bookings may be cancelled by the local partner for a full refund if minimum passenger numbers are not met
- Gratuities are optional and not included
- The tour operates rain or shine
- The tour is conducted in English only
- Snacks are typically not provided during wine tastings in France to preserve wine flavor; have a good meal beforehand
- Visit to Château du Haut-Kœnigsbourg involves significant walking, cobblestone streets, and many stairs; not recommended for those with limited mobility
- Visit to Eguisheim may not be guaranteed during winter months due to seasonal crowds and timing constraints
Cancellation Policy
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
