If gorgeous country sights and rich European culture excite you then waste no time, pack your suitcase and book the next flight out to Alsace, France. Thanks to its incredible geography and climate patterns, Alsace offers beautiful landscapes and natural environments sure to rouse any traveler’s imagination.

The abundant Rhenish jungles and diverse flora and fauna in Vosges parks will hold you in admiration. But wait until you hike up Champ du Feu and see for yourself the extraordinary Alpine quality of Hohneck or the lovely Lac Blanc Lake.

Having passed between Germany and France a number of times, Alsace developed in itself a lavish cultural blend. Festivals are held all year round including patron festivals known as kilbe. In September, “corsos fleuris” is celebrated with colorful floats ornamented with thousands of dahlias and toured around towns. Wait, who could talk about Alsace and forget about wines? Alsace boasts of its renowned Vins d'Alsace and rieslings. From spring to autumn, festivities occur to celebrate Alsace’s winemaking and brewing heritage. You’ll be sure to quench your thirst for great wine!

Are you fascinated with museums? Alsace is truly a cultural feast with over 250 museums and galleries. How about castles? Alsace is home to the highest number of feudal castles in the whole of Europe; the most famous of which is the Haut Koenigsbourg castle – one of France’s most frequented destinations. Without a doubt, Alsace will never disappoint any traveler up for a brimming rural and cultural experience.