1. When is the best time to visit Alsace?
Spring and autumn are perfect for mild weather and golden vineyards — but December’s Christmas markets are pure magic.
2. How far is Alsace from Paris?
It’s just under 2 hours by high-speed train or about 5 hours by car, making it an effortless extension to your French journey.
3. Which towns or villages should I not miss?
Strasbourg, Colmar, Obernai, Eguisheim, and Riquewihr — each feels like stepping into a fairytale.
4. Can I travel the Alsace Wine Route with private tastings?
Yes — we arrange exclusive visits to both iconic estates and small, family-run wineries known only to locals.
5. What wines is Alsace best known for?
Alsace is celebrated for its aromatic whites — Riesling, Gewürztraminer, and Pinot Gris — crisp, expressive, and full of mountain freshness.
6. Are the Christmas markets really worth visiting?
Absolutely — Strasbourg’s Christkindelsmärik is Europe’s oldest (since 1570), and every village glows with its own festive magic.
7. Is Alsace more French or German in culture?
It’s a blend of both — a place where French art de vivre meets German warmth and precision, reflected in its architecture, cuisine, and traditions.
8. Can you arrange scenic experiences like ballooning or hiking?
Yes — we organize hot-air balloon rides over the vineyards, cycling between villages, or guided walks in the Vosges Mountains.
9. What local dishes should I try in Alsace?
Savor choucroute garnie, tarte flambée, baeckeoffe, kougelhopf, and Munster cheese — all perfect with a chilled Riesling or Pinot Gris.
10. Is it possible to visit the Black Forest or Germany from Alsace?
Yes — the border is just minutes away; day trips to Baden-Baden, Freiburg, or Heidelberg make a lovely cross-cultural addition.
11. Can you help trace family roots or Jewish heritage in Alsace?
Of course — we can include visits to ancestral villages, historic synagogues, and sites tied to Alsace’s centuries-old Jewish legacy.
12. Are the villages accessible for travelers with limited mobility?
Yes — we adapt each itinerary with comfortable pacing, private transfers, and accessible stops in the most charming towns.
13. What makes Alsace’s architecture so colorful?
The timber-framed houses are painted in bright hues according to old guild traditions — a centuries-old way for families to show their trade and joy for life.
14. Is it suitable for families?
Definitely. Families love Alsace’s castles, markets, chocolate and perfume workshops, cooking classes, bicycle tours, and storybook villages — we make it engaging for every age.
15. Do you offer bilingual guides?
Yes — all Beaurouge guides are fluent in English and French, and many speak German too.
16. Can I explore Alsace without renting a car?
Yes — we provide drivers and private transfers, so you can relax and enjoy the views.
17. How long should we plan for a private Alsace tour?
Two to three days capture the essentials; four or more reveal the deeper soul of the region.
18. Can I combine Alsace with another destination?
Yes — Alsace connects easily with Champagne, Burgundy, or Switzerland for a multi-regional escape.
