Hello friends! Today we wander the fairy tale medieval town of Riquewihr in Alsace. Situated between the peaks of the Vosges mountains and the Plain of Alsace, Riquewihr is a medieval town right in the heart of the Alsatian vineyards. It is a member of Les Plus Beaux Villages de France (the Most Beautiful Villages) in France.

The town was first mentioned in 1094 and obtained town status in 1320. The town prospered in the 16th century when it served as a hub for wine trade and still remains so. The city suffered little damage during the two world wars and has retained much of its half-timbered architecture from the 16th century. For centuries this magnificent town has managed to combine the quality of its architecture with the quality of its world-famous wines, from where it gets its nickname The Gem of the Alsace Vineyards. I hope you enjoy!

The walk was recorded on May 27, 2023.

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Location Timestamps:
00:00 - In Today's Walk Intro
00:55 - Rue de General de Gaulle
01:43 - Half-Timbered Houses
04:06 - Dolder Tower
04:20 - Feerie de Noel Christmas store
05:05 - Medieval ramparts and tower
06:33 - Fontaine de la Sinne
07:37 - Thieves Tower
07:44 - Wandering the charming side streets
08:48 - Rue de General de Gaulle

If you plan on visiting Riquewihr, here's a useful link to the buildings of note in the town:
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From the Colmar train station, it's a comfortable 30 min. bus ride on Fluo Grand Est Bus 68R016 heading towards Ribeauville. From the station, the bus stop is the last one to the right. Fare is cash only, 4€ each way. Pay on the bus, the driver can give change on small bills. The bus stops right at the town gate at Hotel de VIlle and picks up at the same location. When heading back to Colmar, make sure you are at the stop early as the bus may arrive earlier than scheduled.

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