Between Black Forest and Vosges

The Breisach Cathedral towers imposingly over the bank of the Rhine. You cross the Rhine here to
Neuf-Brisach in Alsace, a 17th century, octagonal fortified town. The day ends wonderfully in beautiful Colmar, one of the most delightful cities on the French wine route.

From Colmar we follow the French wine route. The dreamy wine-growing villages, with many Alsatian timber-frame houses, and magnificent mediaeval town centres in the midst of extensive vineyards are areas for unwinding, enjoyment and simply relaxing. One of the highlights will be the Murbach Monastery, which was one of the richest and most influential in the Holy Roman Empire.

From Guebwiller you’re cycling to Ungersheim and passing Ecomusée d’Alsace, which represents an Alsatian village from the early 20th century. From here the cycle path leads directly to Mulhouse and its varied old town.  The largest automobile collection in the world and the Rail & Electricity Museum will inspire everyone, not just technology fans!

The cycle Path brings you along the Rhône along the cycling route "EuroVelo 6" to Illfurth and through the tranquil Sundgau. This region in the extreme south of Alsace is characterized by its beautiful half-timbered farmhouses, the many ponds and shimmering landscapes. Finally, you will reach the Swiss city of Basel, which shines with its strong artistic identity and high-quality cultural offerings.

When you leave Basel, follow the bike paths to the north, parallel to the Rhine. You will reach Müllheim, where you can visit the Markgräfler Museum and the church of St. Martin with its 14th century frescoes. From Müllheim, Badenweiler is very easy to reach: its castle and Roman thermal remains are worth a detour.

After the visit to the Villa Urbana and the Malteserschloss in Heitersheim, we head into the Breisgau. In the treasure chest of Bad Krozingen, the mineral and thermal springs await you, before the day fades away in Freiburg, the gateway to the Black Forest.