Struggling to keep up with the school year ? We are too! Christmas was just the day before yesterday, Valentine’s Day was yesterday... and here comes Easter, ready to peek around the corner! But Easter also brings along Easter Monday and that means a public holiday. It’s the perfect chance to treat yourself to a little weekend of peace and relaxation in a charming French village. Sixt has looked into the most interesting towns to visit during this time, and it seems that Alsace is definitely in the spotlight.
The best villages to visit at Easter
1) Colmar
Head towards Colmar...
Haut-Rhin, discover one of the most traditional communes of Alsace. Half-timbered houses, colorful homes... It's a delight to stroll around without a specific purpose, as every corner reveals a new and wonderful surprise. A clear sign that Colmar is worth a visit: the number of searches for this city has increased by 559% in the past month!Voir cette publication sur Instagram
2) Saint-Martin-de-Ré
Let's cross France to reach the far opposite, on the side of the Île de Ré. Sea breeze lovers will find their delight here, whether it's for a stroll along the harbor, soaking up the sun on one of the terraces, or enjoying the panoramic view from the tower observatory.
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3) Bonnieux
France is full of gems and, in the Provence-Alpes-Côte-d’Azur region, Bonnieux is definitely one of them. This charming village has all the features of an authentic Provençal town. Visiting in spring is perfect: the weather is mild, making it delightful to stroll around the medieval walls or in the Cedar Forest.
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4) Eguisheim
We told you that Alsace is popular ! Voted the "Favorite Village of the French" in 2013, Eguisheim brings together everything authentic about Alsace. Whether it’s for the food, the architecture, or the wine route… there’s no shortage of activities here! Just a stone's throw from Colmar, you can easily visit both towns during your stay.
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5) Rocamadour
Head to the Lot to discover this unique medieval city. Rocamadour has a charm like no other. Nestled between a castle and cliffs, this mountain-side town promises a memorable historical and picturesque stay.
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