Heated Cellar and Christmas Market
The tour
The Wine Route does not close in December, it moves under the vaults. This tour pairs the best of both seasons: an hour-long tasting with a vineyard grower, in a heated vaulted cellar, framed by two Christmas markets. The tasting sits in the early afternoon, when the markets are at their quietest and the cold starts to tell. You taste the estate's Alsatian varietals, riesling, gewurztraminer and pinot gris, along with crémant, whose consumption doubles in December. Bottles bought stay in the trunk for the rest of the tour. The day ends with an illuminated village at nightfall. The tasting is paid on site at the grower's; transport is at a fixed price including tax.
- stops
- 3
- Estimated duration
- ~6h
- Available vehicles
- Sedan, Van
Itinerary
The day at a glance
- 01
Eguisheim
Quiet market in the concentric lanes
120 min
- 02
Cellar tasting
Heated vaulted cellar, estate varietals and crémant
60 min
- 03
Riquewihr
Village lit up at nightfall
120 min
Your driver
What your driver does for you
- Plans the route with you before the day and sets the pace on the day.
- Suggests wineries that match your taste and, on request, books the tasting and the table.
- Speaks English, with German and Spanish on request.
- Handles the road, the parking and the luggage, so you taste without driving.
Tastings, meals and entrance fees are paid directly on site. Want commentary in the villages? Add a professional tour guide for the whole day when you book, in addition to your driver.
Réactif (c'était dans l'urgence), très aimable et serviable. Merci !
Très bonne expérience : bonne communication, ponctualité et gentillesse du chauffeur. Nous recommandons
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Questions
Frequently asked questions about Heated Cellar and Christmas Market
How long does Heated Cellar and Christmas Market last?
About 6 hours across 3 stops: Eguisheim, Cellar tasting, Riquewihr. The time includes driving between villages, winery stops and a lunch break. The driver can adjust the pace to your preferences.
How much does Heated Cellar and Christmas Market cost?
Sedan EUR 600 (1 to 3 passengers), van EUR 830 (4 to 7 passengers). Indicative price based on a 6-hour service. The final price depends on your pickup location (kilometer package). Instant online quote via the planner.
Where does the tour depart from?
Your choice: your hotel in Strasbourg or Colmar, Strasbourg airport (Entzheim), Strasbourg TGV train station or any accommodation on the Wine Route. The pickup point is selected in the planner at booking.
Are winery tastings included?
No. Tastings, meals and site entries are paid directly on site. The driver knows the reference wineries and books visits in advance on request, at no extra charge.
Tailor-made
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