Symboles and traditions

Dawn of December, ceremonies and ancestral traditions make the heart of all Alsace beat! We are here to perpetuate rich and unique customs, we enjoy festivities, we feel the fervor of preparations, and we watch with emotion the most beautiful celebrations.

Take altitude at the Notre-Dame cathedral
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The Hans Trapp

Continue the adventure by boarding a boat trip to explore Strasbourg from the Ill, this affluent of the Rhine that elegantly embraces the city. This cruise allows you to discover picturesque neighborhoods like Petite France, the majestic Neustadt district, and the iconic European institutions. A unique and refreshing perspective of the city, perfect for photographers and romantics.

Saint Nicholas in Alsace

Imagine yourself climbing the 330 steps of the Notre-Dame Cathedral of Strasbourg, a gothic architectural gem and the oldest of its kind in the world. Upon reaching the top, a breathtaking view of the rooftops of Strasbourg, the Vosges, and the Black Forest unfolds before you. This monument, famous for its pink sandstone facade and described by Victor Hugo as a “wonder of the gigantic and the delicate,” is a must-see on your trip to Alsace.

The Dolce Vita on the Petite Venice of Colmar
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The Christmas Markets

For a magical and wonderful universe in the Alsatian villages
Unmissable

Itinerary and Skiing

From iconic places to the most secret ones

Symbols and Traditions

A summary of Alsatian Christmas customs

Take altitude at the Notre-Dame cathedral
© M. Coquard

The History of Christmas

Continue the adventure by boarding a boat trip to explore Strasbourg from the Ill, this affluent of the Rhine that elegantly embraces the city. This cruise allows you to discover picturesque neighborhoods like Petite France, the majestic Neustadt district, and the iconic European institutions. A unique and refreshing perspective of the city, perfect for photographers and romantics.

The Grand Christmas Tree of Strasbourg

Imagine yourself climbing the 330 steps of the Notre-Dame Cathedral of Strasbourg, a gothic architectural gem and the oldest of its kind in the world. Upon reaching the top, a breathtaking view of the rooftops of Strasbourg, the Vosges, and the Black Forest unfolds before you. This monument, famous for its pink sandstone facade and described by Victor Hugo as a “wonder of the gigantic and the delicate,” is a must-see on your trip to Alsace.

The Dolce Vita on the Petite Venice of Colmar
© M. Coquard