Alsace is a cultural region in the Grand Est, today in France after many transitions between French and German control. It sits over the modern district of the Haut-Rhin and the Bas-Rhin. German traits remain in the more traditional, rural
Nancy, one of the top destinations of the Lorraine, is known for its late baroque and art nouveau landmarks, some dating to its days as the former capital of the Duchy of Lorraine. Its focal point is the 18th-century Place
Reims is a mini-Paris - a city of wide boulevards, grand cathedrals, elegant buildings, and a cafe culture. We really liked it. We had a day, and should have given it two. Founded by the Gauls, Reims became a major city
Famous for gothic churches, 16th century courtyards, stained glass, knitwear, and sausage. It’s quite cute, a nice town to wander in. There are many museums, would be easy to fill a day. We had lunch at *Aux Crieurs de Vin. It