The Alsace Wine Route: Strasbourg, Colmar, the Vosges, Mulhouse (French edition) Gallimard

Dive into the authenticity of Alsace with The Alsace Wine Route from Gallimard, a comprehensive guide that reveals the many facets of this region rich in culture and traditions. This book is designed to offer you a deep understanding of Alsace, from its contrasting nature to its historical and gastronomic heritage.

In this guide, you will discover a lush nature that stretches from the banks of the Rhine to the vine-covered hills, offering landscapes of an exceptional diversity. The Alsatian vineyard unfolds across the pages, with its valleys, forests, and plains, living testimonies of local history and culture.

A Journey to the Heart of Alsatian History and Culture

Alsace, a border region, has a complex history marked by multiple influences. This book introduces you to a unique society enriched by a religious and linguistic plurality. Its inhabitants proudly perpetuate gastronomic traditions that are now an integral part of its identity.

You will also find a historical analysis that explains the region's evolution over the centuries, its cultural exchanges with neighboring Germany, and its strategic position within Europe.

Itineraries Through Alsace

Explore Alsace through 14 detailed tours designed to offer an immersive experience. You will be guided from Strasbourg, the regional capital and center of European institutions, to the charming historic districts of Colmar, passing by the Haut-Koenigsbourg castle. The famous Alsace Wine Route is the guiding thread of this work, leading you from village to village, to discover cellars, vineyards, and passionate winemakers.

Meet picturesque villages, taste Alsatian specialties in traditional inns, and let yourself be captivated by local legends and folk tales that enrich this land of wines.

An Essential Work for Any Travel and Wine Enthusiast

This guide is part of the Voyages Gallimard collection, renowned for its detailed information and captivating illustrations. It is aimed at travelers eager to explore Alsace at their own pace, offering them keys to understanding this fascinating region. Whether you are a wine lover, a history enthusiast, or a nature lover, this book will reveal the secrets of Alsace.

Product Features:

• Format: Paperback
• EAN13: 9782742461387
• ISBN: 978-2-7424-6138-7
• Publisher: Gallimard Loisirs
• Publication Date: 18/02/2021
• Collection: Voyages Gallimard
• Number of Pages: 392
• Dimensions: 23.1 x 11.3 x 2 cm
• Weight: 480 g
• Language: French

The Alsace Wine Route: Strasbourg, Colmar, the Vosges, Mulhouse is the perfect guide to discover this region with a thousand facets, between culture, history, and tasting.