If you dream of cosiness, enchanting lights and traditions, Alsace is the place to be in December! The entire region is decked out in its finest attire, delighting locals and visitors alike.
Every year, from 25 November to 6 January, Christmas season and the scent of cinnamon fills every village in Alsace, without exception. From your La Longère des Capucines holiday cottage, you are ideally located to explore the roads and wander through the most beautiful Christmas markets of the region. Le Cocon de Capucines offers you a cosy retreat, decorated in Christmas colours, perfect for a romantic Christmas getaway in Alsace !
Right next to the cottage is Blue Christmas in Guebwiller, which surprises with its originality and offers you a magical show every year during its inauguration, it's really worth it. to go there in the evening!
Christmas markets The major towns are open throughout the period, as are Eguisheim and Riquewihr. It's a good idea to come during the week as weekends are often very busy, and yes, many of you want to admire our beautiful illuminations!
The Christmas Market in Kaysersberg is open from Friday to Sunday, we really recommend you go there, it's one of the oldest and most authentic. A Ribeauvillé, it is a medieval Christmas awaiting you over two weekends. Fire-eaters and spit-roasted wild boar will transport you to a magical, timeless world. In Neuf-Brisach, You travel back in time to the era of Vauban at a small 1700s market, where you encounter onlookers and troubadours in period costumes.
Sometimes, with a bit of luck, Snow falls and adds a touch of magic to these already enchanting landscapes.
Our advice
Come during the week when it's less crowded and you'll enjoy the same warm atmosphere!
Consider taking the train to visit major cities at the weekend, and don't hesitate to hop on board. Christmas shuttles from the Land of Stars
Don't leave without having a good drink. mulled wine accompanied by our famous Bredeles … And if you pass by the bakery, order a Manala, It's a brioche made for Saint Nicholas Day, but you can find it everywhere in December. It's delicious!
