| At the Northeast frontier of France, bordered by the Rhine, Alsace forms a fertile watershed between the mountains of the Vosges and the Black Forest of Germany. Lorraine, with its gently rolling landscape on the other side of the mountains, is the poorer cousin but appears more overtly French in character. |
| In the Alsace, 'Route du Vin' vineyards can be found on the edge of pretty villages in the Vosges foothills. There are 170 kilometres of picturesque countryside and villages full of history. Strasbourg, the capital, is a cosmopolitan city with a 16th-century centre, while Nancy, Lorraine's historical capital, represents elegant 18th-century architecture and town planning. |
| Much of the attraction of this region lies in its cuisine. Lorraine offers beer and quiche lorraine. In Alsace, cosy winstubs, or wine cellars, serve sauerkraut and flowery white wines, such as Riesling or Gewürztraminer. Alsace has a wealth of gastronomy to offer with traditional or refined cooking, a cosy atmosphere and a joyful conviviality. |
| Lorraine is famous for its spa towns, lakes, winter sports resorts and fine artistic and architectural heritage. Every nook and cranny of these wonderful provinces is the ideal setting for a leisurely stroll and if sailing and boating are your favourites, 25,000 acres of ponds or lakes await you. |
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