Alsace wine cycle route from Colmar to Strasbourg - 5 days
5 days between vineyards and villages
Duration
5 days and 4 nights
Level
Leisure
ou Fit
Departure date
From April 1st to October 31st
Trip type
Self-guided trip
Trip type
Itinerant crossing
Destination
Key features
- The most beautiful villages of Alsace : Kaysersberg, Ribeauvillé, Riquewihr...
- The Alsace wine road from Colmar to Strasbourg
- The local gastronomy and the famous Alsace wines : Gewurztraminer, Riesling
Alsace home of biking
Alsace is famous throughout France for its floral decorations, Christmas markets and vineyards. Now it’s time for the reputation of its bike routes to gain ground. Alsace has one of the most dense network of green ways and bike lanes in France, offering a great playground for cyclists. It has all the ingredients make your cycling trip a success : narrow quiet bike paths crisscrossing small hills, a rich gastronomy to discover, a range of excellent quality wines, a climate protected by the nearby mountains of the Vosges and a rich historical culture.
Cycling the wine road
Discover the emblematic villages of Alsace and its most beautiful landscapes
You discover, on the wine route from Colmar to Strasbourg, the heart of Alsace. You cycle through villages, each more charming than the next, under the dominant gaze of the green mountains of the Vosges on one side and the plain of Alsace on the other. On the road, you stop to enjoy some local “Bretzels”. Later, you knock on the door of a winemaker who welcomes you with a beautiful Alsatian accent and invites you to discover Alsatian wines such as a Riesling or a fresh and sweet Gewurztraminer.
The many half-timbered houses and church steeples punctuate your visits to villages such as Eguisheim, Kaysersberg, Riquewihr, Obernai, Itterswiller, etc … Cars no longer have a place in Alsatian villages, to the delight of cyclists !
Restaurants featuring Alsatian cuisine such as Sauerkraut, meats, flambé pies (“Flamenkuch” if you want to speak like a local), cakes, garnish the hearty plates. It is not uncommon to not finish them!
Fortunately your cycling rides offers you a way to eliminate the excesses of the table!
Itinerary
Leisure or Fit From COLMAR to RIBEAUVILLE 39km 441m 
You leave Colmar, a Town of Art and History, following cycle paths along the Lauch before reaching Eguisheim, nestled in its perfectly circular layout of half-timbered houses and listed among the Most Beautiful Villages in France.
The route then heads toward Turckheim, riding between vineyards and gentle hills, before climbing the valley to Kaysersberg, another Most Beautiful Village in France, dominated by its ruined castle. You continue through the heart of the Alsatian vineyards on small backroads lined with stone walls and neatly ordered vines, then reach Riquewihr, where ramparts and colorful façades stand out against the Vosges foothills. The ride ends in Ribeauvillé, at the foot of three medieval castles overlooking the plain and surrounding vineyards.
- For a few more km 67km 716m
On this longer version, after your visit of the village of Eguisheim, your ride to the most famous cheese area of the Vosges mountain region: Munster. Rounded summits, thatched farms and glacial lakes make up the varied landscape of the Munster Valley. Then you cycle through these emblematic villages of the Alsace Wine Route. Kaysersberg, imperial city overlooked by the remains of his castle, Ammerschwihr, Riquewihr, ranked among the Most Beautiful Villages of France with its Dolder Towera and finally Ribbeauvillé, with its 3 chateaux overlooking the village and its many half-timbered houses.
From RIBEAUVILLE to OBERNAI 48km 334m
You leave Ribeauvillé at the foot of its medieval castles and follow the Alsatian vineyards, riding between neatly ordered slopes and wine villages set among the vines. Soon, Bergheim, listed among the **Most Beautiful Villages in France**, appears behind its remarkably preserved ramparts. The route continues toward Kintzheim, dominated by its hilltop castle, then on to Châtenois, where the Witches’ Tower stands as a medieval landmark in the heart of the wine plain. Passing through Dambach-la-Ville, known as a **wine town**, you ride between fortified gates and winemakers’ houses before reaching Andlau, a **historic village** shaped by its abbey and old streets. Farther on, Mittelbergheim, another **Most Beautiful Village in France**, reveals its understated elegance against the Vosges foothills. The ride then leads through Barr, a **Town of Art and History**, before a final stretch between vineyards and orchards brings you to Obernai, a lively medieval wine town at the foot of Mont Sainte-Odile.
- For a few more km 61km 870m
This longer option involves a challenging climb to the Haut-Koenigsbourg castle. It is a rewarding climb of 17km for 500m elevation.Since its construction in the 12th century, the Haut-Koenigsbourg castle has been a constant witness to both European conflicts and rivalry between lords, kings and emperors. Its strategic position, quite easy to defend in former times, now provides visitors with an exceptional panoramic view over the Alsace plain, the Vosges Mountains, the Black Forest and even -on a clear day- the Alps.
From OBERNAI to STRASBOURG 37km 147m
You leave Obernai, a Town of Art and History, riding past the ramparts and vineyards of the Alsatian foothills before reaching Rosheim, where half-timbered houses and the Romanesque church line quiet streets. The route then leads you to Molsheim, also a Town of Art and History, a former episcopal town shaped by the Bugatti industrial heritage. Leaving the town behind, you join the Bruche Canal, which becomes your guiding thread all the way to Strasbourg. The pace slows as the route turns flat and shaded, following the water past locks, towpaths, and small harbors beneath plane trees. Gradually, the atmosphere grows more urban, the banks come alive, and the cathedral spire rises on the horizon. You enter Strasbourg on smooth cycle paths leading to the Grande Île, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, where canals, covered bridges, and historic façades frame your arrival.
STRASBOURG
End of your adventure in Strasbourg. If you want, you can extend your trip with an extra free day in Strasbourg.
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Practical information
Essential Range
You want to enjoy your itinerary without anything fancy. Our ”essential” range offers a simple accommodation for a good night’s rest in a simple hotel, guesthouse, rest house or hostel.
Starting from 750€/participant in Self Guided option
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Comfort Range
Our quality standard at Abicyclette. This type of accommodation includes 2 and 3 stars hotels. Depending on the itinerary, you might spend some nights in approved guesthouses. You enjoy a double bedroom with private bathroom and toilet and adapted welcome for you and your bikes.
Starting from 845€/participant in Self Guided option
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Privilege Range
Opt for total comfort in charming 3 and 4 star hotels which offer all the services you need and a special welcome for you and your bikes.
Starting from 1090€/participant in Self Guided option
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Price includes
- Accommodation: 4 nights in a Double room
- 4 breakfasts
- Luggage transfer
- Phone assistance 24/7
- Access to our exclusive travel application to follow your route, inform you about places of interest, restaurants, facilitate your assistance in case of emergency, find all your travel documents and our practical advice.
- Application fee
- Taxes
- The itinerary trackable on the following supports:
- Loan of a Bicycle GPS uploaded with full itinerary of the trip
- Topo maps
- Cycling practical guide including restaurant recommendations for lunch & dinner
- Day 1 : A personalized greeting with our team at the beginning of the trip to receive your travel documents
Price does not include
- Bike rental (see option)
- Breakfast on day 1
- Lunches
- Dinners not included in "Price includes"
- Drinks, visits & other personal expenses
Homemade and fully tested itineraries
- Routes selected for their cycling and touristic interest entirely tested and away from traffic
- Accomodations selected for their hospitality, atmosphere, services and quality meals
- A flexible organisation to suit you needs and wishes: You choose the date you want to you leave on! We check the availability of each accomodation to make sure it is possible.
Close assistance
- Phone assistance, you can reach the Abicyclette Voyages team 7/7 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM
- A luggage transfer service which respects your hours of rest (we pick them up after 10:00 AM and deliver them before 4:00 PM)
Follow your itinerary anyway you like – modern, practical, traditional
- We loan you a GPS so that you can easily follow your itinerary without having to look for your way around (bike support included)/ Twonav Anima hiking GPS /
- A practical cycling guide with all the useful information (addresses, highlights for the day and touristic information)
On our guided tours (for groups on demand), we accompany you every step of the way
- One of our state qualified instructor and professional cycling guide accompanies you every step of the way
- Full board (all meals covered unless asked otherwise)
- A picnic buffet set up for lunch with a wide choice of fresh and local produce
We offer a high-end bike rental service. Our bikes are suited for road and gravel road long-distance cycling. Fully equipped and highly reliable, they are faithful travel companions.
Our rentals include a "breakage and theft guarantee" for peace of mind when travelling. Information and details from your advisor.
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EbikeSupplied equipment per bike
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Child bikefrom 1.20 meters Supplied equipment per bike
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Getting here
Departure city : COLMAR
Coming by car
- at 5h30 from PARIS
- at 8h from BORDEAUX
- at 4h15 from LYON
Parking*
- Lacarre – COLMAR
Coming by train
- Colmar train station - 2h45 from Paris
Coming by plane
- Bâle airport
Bus : Line 50 -15 min then Ter : 45 min
Taxi : 45 min - Strasbourg airport
Ter : 8 min then Ter : 30 min
Taxi : 50 min
Arrival city : STRASBOURG
Coming by car
- at 4h45 from PARIS
- at 9h from BORDEAUX
- at 4h45 from LYON
Coming by train
- Strasbourg train station - 2h from Paris
Coming by plane
- Strasbourg airport
TER: 12 min
Taxi: 20 min
*Parking: Since many of our clients travel by train or plane, we do not include parking in our packages. In addition, many accommodations don’t have the capacity to park a vehicle for the duration of your cycling vacation. So if you’re planning to arrive by car, we suggest you check parking options when you make your reservation. If you reserve a parking space at the first or last accommodation of your stay, you must pay the accommodation provider on site.
* Abicyclette Voyages accompanies you on demand, including transportation solutions.
How to get back to the starting point
- By train from Colmar to Strasbourg in 30 minutes (hotline)
- Return by car in 0h00 to your starting point
- Private shuttle: see detailed fares or contact us
Recommended equipment
Bike
- Hybrid Bike or Touring Bike or Gravel Bike
- 18 to 30-speed transmission
- 26- to 29-inch wheels
- Tires: 35 to 42 section, reinforced against punctures
- Disc brakes recommended
- 2 bottle cages
- Bell
- Front and rear lighting
Clothing and equipment
- Helmet (supplied with bike rental unless otherwise specified locally)
- 1 bike mount for smartphone to use the mobile route planner application
- Suitable cycling clothing:
- bib, shorts or tights: elastic and breathable, to facilitate movement and wick away perspiration
- Breathable T-shirts, synthetic or merino wool
- Breathable windbreaker
- Thermal or fleece jacket
- Waterproof jacket
- 1 pair of sunglasses
- 1 pair of cycling shoes
- 1 backpack or 1 or 2 carrier bags (1 carrier bag supplied with bike rental)
- 1 or 2 water bottles (supplied with bike rental in France)
- 1 lock (supplied with bike rental)
- Technical details, recommended by the team for optimum comfort:
- 1 pair of gloves or mittens, depending on season and destination
- Padded bib (chamois)
- High-visibility vest or fluorescent belt
- Neck warmer and cap
Bike maintenance
- Emergency repair kit: 2 or 3 inner tubes, patches, pump, tire levers, multi-tools
- Maintenance kit: rag, oil, brake pads
Other
- A suitcase for your belongings carried in the vehicle (limited to one per person)
- Street clothes
- 1 pair of evening shoes
- Fleece jacket for the evening
- Toiletry bag
- Telephone and charger
Terms of payment and cancellation
The full terms and conditions of sale are available here: https://www.abicyclette-voyages.com/conditions-generales-de-vente/
Booking and payment
- Departure more than 30 days before your booking: payment of a deposit of 30%, excluding insurance, at the time of booking. If you have taken out travel insurance, it must be paid in full at the time of booking to guarantee its validity.
- Departure within 30 days of your booking: payment of the total cost of your stay. Or payment of the balance of the holiday if you have already paid a deposit.
Cancellation of the Contract
You may cancel the Contract at any time before the start of the Tour, subject to payment of a cancellation fee. Any total or partial cancellation will incur the following costs per participant:
| Cancellation period | Fees |
| From the date of Booking to 60 days or more before departure or the 1st day of the programme | 5% of the total cost of the Tour (including options); a minimum of 100 euros including VAT will be charged to the Customer |
| Between 59 and 30 days before departure or on the 1st day of the programme | 10% of the total cost of the Tour (including options); a minimum of 120 euros including VAT will be charged to the Customer
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| Between 29 and 10 days before departure or on the 1st day of the programme | 30% of the total amount of the Tour (including options) a minimum of 150 euros including VAT will be charged to the Customer |
| Entre 9 à 7 jours avant le départ ou le 1er jour du programme | 45% du montant total du Voyage (options incluses) |
| Between 9 and 7 days before departure or on the 1st day of the programme | 75% of the total cost of the trip (including options) |
| Less than 3 days to the day of departure or the 1st day of the programme | 100% of the total cost of the trip (including options) |
| No show on day of departure or 1st day of programme |
Custom made trips
You want a custom made cycling tour, or you’ve spotted one of our trips and would like to adapt it ? Tell us a bit about your project and we’ll help you prepare a trip that suits you best.
Starting from 745€
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COLMAR
Meet your guide at the hotel in the late afternoon. Take advantage of the rest of your day to discover the city of Colmar.
Meeting with our local guide
Before your first ride, we invite you to meet one of our guides, at your place of departure. A time of exchange, a privileged moment to give you our last practical tips, must-see places and experiences, to answer all your questions, take care of your bike fitting to begin your trip.