There are more famous wine routes in the world, but The Route des Vins d’Alsace is one to be considered for a few reasons:
Reason #1: the countryside for the route is a combination of rolling lush green fields, misty mountains and castles perched on top of outcrops throughout the 170km / 105mile route, which, as it sounds, is just awful.
Reason #2: and continuing the awful theme, the villages dotted along the route with their small alleyways and central squares look like something straight from a fairytale.
Reason #3: the Alsace region’s history of swinging between France and Germany provides a intriguing mix of culture that is basically unique – think French attitudes, but speaking German.
Reason #4: the Alsace region does not have the reputation of the likes of Bordeaux, Tuscany or the Napa Valley, so with that comes reduced visitor numbers and more down to earth vibe. You can enjoy in a bit more quiet as you spend a couple of days stopping in the quiet fairytale towns and deciding which of the wine cellars spread every mile or so you want to visit.
One of the highlights of France.
I haven’t written a detailed review as I only spent a few days in the region, but for a good route guide, I’d suggest this site – https://blog.ruedesvignerons.com/en/travel-guide/alsace-wine-route/ – which gives a good overview of the places to stop