A perfectly preserved Alsace wine village of half-timbered houses among vineyards, with one of the prettiest Christmas markets in France. Here's what Riquewihr is like, when to go and how long to stay.
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May, June, September and October are best for walking the vineyards, with the grape harvest in autumn. The Christmas market runs from late November to late December and is very popular, so stay over. Summer weekends can be busy.
The main street of painted half-timbered houses.
An old gate tower with a small museum and view.
Taste Riesling and Gewürztraminer in family-run cellars.
A marked path through the vines to nearby Hunawihr and Ribeauvillé.
Stalls and lights among the old houses, from late November.
Little Venice and the old town, 20 minutes away.
Yes. It's one of the most beautiful villages in France, and easy to combine with Colmar and the Alsace wine route.
Fly into Basel-Mulhouse, about an hour away by car, then drive or take the train to Colmar and a bus.
Usually from late November to just before Christmas. Check this year's dates.
Spring, autumn and December, around 15 to 24°C outside winter.
Colmar is a town with more hotels and restaurants. Riquewihr is a small village. Stay in Colmar and visit Riquewihr, or stay in Riquewihr for peace in the evening.
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