Looking for your next family activities in Alsace? From Strasbourg to Haguenau, via the magnificent village of Colmar, the Alsace region abounds in cultural, natural and architectural treasures.
At the Musée des Vins d’Alsace, we offer you our selection of the best leisure activities in the Haut and Bas-Rhin for a successful family holiday.
● Monkey Mountain
To start with, you can book a tree-climbing session in this exceptional wildlife park. In this authentic safari you can set off to meet the birds and monkeys that populate the forest. And what better way to get up close and personal with these amusing, intelligent animals than to feed them yourself?
Specialized animal guides will accompany you on this privileged experience, and can teach you more about the different breeds and characteristics of the monkeys.
● La Cité du Train
The Cité du Train in Mulhouse welcomes you to celebrate this fast, environmentally-friendly means of transport, so popular with the French. Classified as an SNCF heritage site, it’s one of the biggest railway museums in the world.
● Parc de l’Orangerie
Located in Strasbourg, this regional nature park is listed as a historic monument. Find peace and quiet with a relaxing family stroll in this unspoilt corner of greenery.
● The Little Prince Park
A veritable amusement park, this open-air space will plunge you into the world of the famous Count Saint-Exupéry.
This enchanting place, with its mix of thrill rides, animals and shows, is sure to delight young and old alike.
● Remembrance tourism in Alsace
A trip to France is always an opportunity to remember the various conflicts in its history. Thanks to the many memorials, forts and dedicated museums, discover or rediscover the history of the Franco-Prussian War, the First and Second World Wars.
● Castles of the Middle Ages
You can then set off on a quest for fortified castles. Start with Haut Koenigsbourg. This castle is one of the most famous monuments of the medieval era.
The castle’s many activities for children make it a real playground. Located in the village of Sélestat, its impressive structure rises to an altitude of 757 metres, making it one of the jewels in the crown of the Alsace region.
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● The Choco story chocolate museum
This time, we’re taking you on a journey of discovery through the world of chocolate at this museum, which offers a wide range of activities for young and old alike.
Gourmets can enjoy tastings and learn more about this much-loved confection.
● Colmar wine museum
Alsace is renowned for its great vintages and stretches of vineyards as far as the eye can see. A true ode to wine, you’ll find plenty to do with the whole family at this fun, interactive museum. The guided tour will also help you retrace the history of this product of the French terroir.
From winegrower to cooper to oenologist, learn more about the trades involved in producing wine. Particularly modern and immersive with its playful animations, the Colmar Wine Museum is suitable for children of all ages. What’s more, it’s a fun way to learn about the challenges facing the region’s vineyards. A unique experience!
Embark on a total immersion in the wine route with the Musée des vins d’Alsace in Colmar!
12 place de la Cathédrale
68000 Colmar
+33 (0)9 88 99 44 30