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VTC tourist circuit: the most beautiful villages in Alsace

Alsace is world famous for its string of medieval villages with multicoloured half-timbered houses, flowered with geraniums and surrounded by vineyards. Jewels such as Colmar, Riquewihr, Kaysersberg or Eguisheim are the dream of travellers from all over the world. But to explore these rare pearls from Strasbourg, the absence of a vehicle or the fear of driving on unknown roads can quickly curb your desires. With our tailor-made excursion service, VTC Strasbourg DMD puts a private driver at your disposal for the day. Let yourself be guided from village to village in premium comfort, without worrying about the map or the stopwatch.

The nightmare of parking in medieval villages

Renting a car to do the Alsace Wine Route on your own may seem like a good idea on paper. The reality on the ground, particularly in spring, summer or during the famous Christmas markets, is quite different. Historic villages such as Riquewihr or Ribeauvillé are old fortified cities: their streets are pedestrianised, narrow and inaccessible to vehicles. As a result, the few car parks outside the ramparts are saturated from mid-morning.

Driving around in circles for an hour to find a space, paying expensive parking meters and having to walk a kilometer in the sun before you even reach the village center is an exhausting experience. By booking your private driver, this stress disappears instantly. With their in-depth knowledge of the area, your driver drops you off at the drop-off point closest to the entrance to the village, often just a few steps from the main street. You start your stroll immediately, fresh and refreshed.

Your tailor-made itinerary: From Colmar to the “Favourite Village of the French”

The huge advantage of renting a VTC with driver (Availability) is the total freedom of your itinerary. You’re not stuck in a tour coach with 50 other people and a guide who presses you at every stop. You are the only masters of your excursion. We can advise you on an itinerary, but you decide the pace.

You can start your morning with a boat ride in Colmar’s Little Venice, then ask your driver to take the vineyard road to reach Eguisheim (voted France’s Favourite Village) for lunch. In the afternoon, continue your tour to the majestic imperial village of Kaysersberg, before finishing with a tasting of macaroons and gingerbread in the cobbled streets of Riquewihr. At every step, your Mercedes Sedan or Van is waiting patiently for you. You take the time to take your photos, visit the artisan shops, and a simple text message is enough for your driver to come forward to pick you up.

Premium comfort to rest between each stage

Visiting Alsatian villages involves walking several kilometres on cobbled streets that put your feet and legs to the test. After two or three villages, fatigue inevitably sets in, especially if you are travelling with children or elderly people. Coming back to sit in a classic vehicle overheated by the sun is not ideal.

With VTC Strasbourg DMD, each journey between two villages becomes a moment of intense relaxation. As soon as you walk through the doors of your vehicle, you will enjoy an air-conditioned cabin at the ideal temperature, ergonomic leather seats, a bottle of fresh water available and Wi-Fi to share your most beautiful photos of Ribeauvillé on social networks. In addition, if you buy bulky souvenirs (pottery from Soufflenheim, molds in Kougelhopf, boxes of wine or gingerbread), you won’t have to wear them all day. Your driver takes care of carefully storing all your purchases in the vehicle’s large secure trunk.

FAQ: Hybrid Bike Tour in the Villages of Alsace

How many villages can you reasonably visit in one day?

From Strasbourg, for a full day trip (about 8 to 9 hours available), we recommend that you select 3 to 4 villages maximum (e.g. Colmar, Eguisheim, Kaysersberg and Riquewihr). This allows you to stroll, have lunch at a restaurant and enjoy each place without feeling like you’re running after time.

Does the driver also act as a tour guide on foot?

No, our job is to ensure high-end and safe transport. Your driver will drive you, advise you on the best viewpoints, and show you the entrances to the villages, but he will always stay with the vehicle. This ensures the safety of your belongings left on board and allows for immediate pick-up as soon as you want to leave. You are completely free to walk around or hire a local pedestrian guide if you wish.

Can you recommend typical restaurants (Winstub)?

With great pleasure! Our drivers are locals who know the area inside out. If you are looking for an authentic Winstub (Alsatian tavern) to enjoy a sauerkraut, a baeckeoffe or a tarte flambée away from the tourist traps, we will be happy to direct you to the best addresses in Colmar or Kaysersberg during your trip.

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