What to do in
the Alsace Plain
The Alsatian winter is synonymous with warmth and conviviality, despite the cold. Whether for the magic of Christmas markets, colorful carnivals or rather a moment of relaxation, the Alsace plain offers a range of activities for young and old.
Check out our top 5 activities to do this winter to make the most of your getaway in Alsace Rhin Brisach.
The Christmas market
Neuf-Brisach and its village 1700
Alsace is renowned for its traditional Christmas celebration, and Alsace Rhin Brisach is no exception. Visit one of the many Christmas markets from the banks of the Rhine.
A change of scenery is guaranteed in Neuf-Brisach. A village straight out of the 18th century awaits you. Ground strewn with straw, smell of wild boar on a spit, demonstration of old-fashioned trades, local crafts… This Christmas market like no other promises a real journey to the time of Vauban !
Don't miss out on tasting the bredalas, these little pastries made with the family, enjoyed throughout the holidays. On the 6th of December, let yourself be charmed by the manalas, these buns in the shape of a snowman celebrating Saint Nicholas. To accompany these sweet treats, treat yourself to a Christmas beer with spicy flavors or a hot wine, perfect for warming up winter evenings.
After-ski atmosphere
on the banks of the Rhine
The mountain chalet atmosphere awaits you on the Rhine Island! In the chalet of Le Refuge experience an evening like you're at the foot of the ski slopes. Enjoy comforting cuisine based on raclette, fondues, shanks, soups, etc.
It is also the ideal spot to enjoy a musical evening around a brazier.
The carnival
in the Alsace plain
To combat the greyness of winter, Alsace has found its solution: carnival! Parades are a central part of this celebration.They feature themed floats, musical groups - the Guggamusik - costumes and colorful disguises.
And like every celebration in Alsace, Carnival is also an opportunity to feast. Here, no “Berliner” but rather “Schankala” or “Scharwa”, typical sweets of this time of year.
Experience culture at Art'Rhena
Dance, circus, theater or rather music? Art'Rhena offers so many disciplines to discover through its program of shows. Ideal for occupying your winter evenings.
Take a break at the thermal baths
Treat yourself to a moment of well-being and relaxation this winter! The thermal baths Vita Classica in Bad Krozingen, Germany(30 min away from Neuf-Brisach) are the ideal destination. Enjoy the benefits of the mineral water of this spa resort with its many indoor and outdoor pools, and let yourself be pampered with massages or beauty treatments.
Also enjoy the Sauna Paradise ! A space dedicated to relaxation with several chalets, also indoors and outdoors. Several wellness rituals will be offered to you: essential oils, salt exfoliation treatments, Ayurvedic treatments... It's up to you to choose your path to calm and tranquility.
