#1 Haut-Koenigsbourg Castle (Saint-Hippolyte)
Perched 757 meters high in the Vosges mountains near Saint-Hippolyte, Haut-Koenigsbourg Castle stands as a landmark of medieval history in Europe. Built in the 12th century and restored by Kaiser Wilhelm II in the early 1900s, it offers panoramic views of the Alsace plain and the Black Forest. Explore ramparts, dungeons, and armories.
Like many other Alsatian villages, Kaysersberg offers everything you look for when visiting a typical village in Alsace. Colorful timber-framed houses and plenty of souvenir shops and regional products can be discovered all along the main street, the Rue du Général de Gaulle. The Kaysersberg castle, which overlooks the town, makes all the difference for me compared to the other villages. Its silhouette has long been the symbol of the town. Kaysersberg is worth discovering in summer (when it is full of flowers) as well as in winter (with its many Christmas decorations!).