Alsace Wine Route: Hunawihr & Riquewihr Villages with Tasting

Summary

Stroll cobbled Alsace villages taste wine meet winemakers hear stories

You’ll wander Hunawihr’s quiet lanes and Riquewihr’s colorful alleys with a local guide who shares village tales along the Alsace wine route. Taste crisp regional whites in a family-run cellar before returning to Colmar by late afternoon. If you’re curious about daily life here or just want to linger over good wine in good company, this half-day trip is for you.

What’s the experience like?

“Wait, is that stork real?” I blurted out as we pulled into Hunawihr — our guide, Sylvie, just smiled and nodded like she’d heard it a hundred times. The air smelled faintly of crushed grass and something sweet, maybe the bakeries opening up again after lunch. We’d left Colmar barely half an hour ago but it already felt like another world: rows of vines, old timbered houses, and this quiet that made even our footsteps sound loud on the stones.

I kept lagging behind in Riquewihr because every corner looked like a postcard. There was this little alley where someone had hung out bright laundry between two blue shutters — I don’t know why but that stuck with me more than the fancy facades. Sylvie pointed out a carving above a door (apparently from the 16th century?) and then told us how her grandfather used to help with harvests here. It’s funny, you read about “the Alsace wine route” online but nobody really mentions how much you’ll end up just listening to stories or watching locals wave at each other across the street.

The tasting was in this cool stone cellar — not cold exactly, but you could feel the temperature shift from outside. The winemaker poured us three kinds of white (I tried to swirl my glass like I knew what I was doing; failed). One of them tasted almost floral, which surprised me since I usually go for reds. We talked about weather and soil and he let us peek at these old wooden barrels stacked along one wall. After that, it was back to Colmar through the vineyards, sun starting to dip behind the hills. Still thinking about that first sip — and honestly, about those storks.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Wine Route tour with village visits

• Depart from Colmar at 1:45 p.m.
• Visit the village of Hunawihr
• Visit the village of Riquewihr
• Cellar visit and wine tasting
• Return to Colmar around 5:30 p.m.

Top questions

How long does this Alsace wine route tour last?

The tour departs from Colmar at 1:45 p.m. and returns around 5:30 p.m., so it lasts approximately 4 hours.

Is transportation included from Colmar?

Yes, air-conditioned vehicle transport is included from Colmar for the whole tour.

Are there guided visits in both Hunawihr and Riquewihr?

Yes, both villages are visited with commentary from your local guide during the tour.

Is there a wine tasting included on this day trip?

Yes, you’ll visit an independent winemaker’s cellar for a tasting of Alsatian wines.

Is lunch provided on this tour?

No lunch is included; the tour starts after lunch at 1:45 p.m.

Can children join this tour? Are infant seats available?

Yes, children are welcome; specialized infant seats are available if needed (age must be indicated when booking).

Are pets allowed on this Alsace wine route trip?

No, pets are not allowed on this tour.

Is the tour suitable for travelers with limited mobility?

The tour is suitable for all physical fitness levels; prams or strollers can be accommodated.

What’s included

Your afternoon includes pickup in an air-conditioned vehicle from Colmar, guided strolls through Hunawihr and Riquewihr villages along the Alsace wine route, entry to an independent winemaker’s cellar with a tasting session of regional wines, plus return transport back to Colmar before evening sets in.