Strasbourg to Kaysersbourg - Day 8

We hit the road today, visiting Obernai, Barr, Mittelbergheim and taking a fantastic winery tour at Zeyssolff.

At the winery we had a thoughtful review by Benoit of the grapes (Riesling, Gwurtz., Pinot Gris, Pinot blanc and Pinot Noir), the “Terroir,” the AOC denominations and characteristics of all. Plus three movies on the family owned vineyard in continuous family control and operation since 1778 - 245 years ago! See, Family Tree, Pic 5.

Then off to our spa, Relais and Chateau La Chambard. What a luxurious stay before motoring on to Colmar in two days (after hammon, sauna and massages). Not bad for a 35 year anniversary.

Lastly, we walked around the incredibly beautiful Kaysersbourg - Birthplace of Albert Schweitzer. “Schweitzer was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 1952 for his lifelong advocacy of “Reverence for Life” and humanitarian achievements…. He is celebrated as a universalist figure of peace, combining careers as a doctor, theologian, philosopher, and musician…”

Not to be outdone by some random Nobel Prize laureate, Kaysersbourg, itself is outstanding (as in out standing in fields of vines). The name means Emperor’s Moutain, a claim by The Holy Roman Empire/Germany over a free city from 1293 and French after 1648 (more or less).

“Kaysersberg stands out as one of the most picturesque and historically significant destinations on the Alsace Wine Route. It was elected “France’s Favourite Village” in 2017.”

Back at our room we had a charcuterie board with local cured meats and cheeses to go with our Creme d’Alsace (on the house).

Finally, dinner at the Spa’s Winstup (pronounced Vinstoop). A “winstub is a traditional Alsatian tavern-style restaurant known for its rustic, convivial atmosphere and classic regional cuisine.” Fine by us. We had an excellent onion tarte and trout and pair tarte for dessert. They also brought over a Joyeaux Anniversaire treat.Read more