Explore Kaysersberg differently – Unusual 2-hour guided tour
Discover Kaysersberg as you've never seen it before on an unusual guided tour, led by a passionate local guide who will take you on a journey through time to explore the secrets, legends and hidden treasures of this iconic village.
Forget the usual tourist routes: this 2-hour tour invites you to look up, listen to the stones and understand the forgotten signs of local history.
Here's what this tour has in store for you:
The fortified bridge and the Weiss River: the majestic entrance to the village, a strategic site steeped in history and battles.
Stories of the town's iconic houses
Cobblestone alleyways and houses with bay windows: a stroll through a picture-postcard setting, where every façade has a storey to tell.
The castle: perched on its rocky outcrop, it has watched over Kaysersberg since the Middle Ages. Discover its origins, its defensive function and the myths surrounding it.
The birthplace of Dr. Schweitzer: the storey of a Nobel Peace Prize winner with an extraordinary destiny.
Wine traditions: from the vineyards to the cellar, discover the winemaking soul of Kaysersberg through stories and expertise.
Ancient symbols and strange inscriptions: learn to “read” the village through the signs carved on the lintels and doorframes.
Small stories of great families: prominent figures, merchants, etc. – the other side of Kaysersberg.
Your guide will punctuate the tour with true, unusual or touching anecdotes, for a vivid immersion in the Kaysersberg of yesterday and today. You’ll also learn about local customs, the legends still told in families, and how this village embodies the Alsatian spirit.
Why should you choose this tour?
To explore Kaysersberg beyond its charming façades
To enjoy an original experience in a small group, led by a passionate guide
To learn about the local history in a way that goes beyond information panels
To share an enjoyable time with family, friends, or by yourself. Whether you are a history buff, curious about nature or simply looking for an authentic experience, this tour is for you.
Also suitable for children.
Tour departure: from the Gouraud car park in Kaysersberg.
Wear comfortable shoes. This tour runs rain or shine.