Alsace, a region in the North-East of France, There is a lot to be seen and visited in Alsace. Many of them farms are white with apparent timber frames -- an architectural style more often associated with Germany. But Alsace is a region of France that has, throughout its history, several times been invaded and annexed by Germany. The dialect spoken in Alsace is a surprising mixture of German and French,
Strasbourg. Is the capital of Alsace and, since 1949, one of the capitals of Europe. Its one-towered cathedral is recognizable from a great distance.
Alsace and Lorraine: are two historic provinces in eastern France. Part of the Holy Roman Empire, located on the eastern border of France, on the west bank of the upper Rhine river
The Alsatian part lay in the Rhine Valley on the west bank of the Rhine River and on the east of the Vosges Mountains
Alsace was added to France by the Treaty of Rijswijck in 1697. Lorraine was part of the kingdom of Lothringen, which was divided (959) into the duchies of Lower and Upper Lorraine.
The latter, which became modern Lorraine, was an independent but much-fought-over duchy until 1766. 
Between 1871 and 1918, Alsace. And the eastern part of Lorraine. Were annexed to Germany as a result of France's defeat in the Franco-Prussian War. From 1919 to 1940 the area belonged to France. Controversies over state-run versus religious schools and attempts to suppress German newspapers contributed to an ultimately unsuccessful movement for home rule in 1920. From 1940 to 1945 the area was again controlled by Germany; it was returned to France in 1945. Lorraine's departments of Meuse, Meurthe-et-Moselle, and Vosges remained French.
Alsace Wine
The Vosges mountains and the rest of France to the west, and the Rhine and then Germany to the east, Alsace really is a mini-kingdom to itself, which has absorbed aspects from both French and German cultures. This is not surprising, as the region has changed hands four times in the past few hundred years. Since the Great War, however, Alsace has remained French, and although I think this shows through in the style of wine currently produced, many aspects of wine making remain German, including the style of bottles used and much of the terminology.
With appellation regulations permitting the planting of nine different grape varieties, one might imagine that getting to grips with the styles of wine produced in Alsace would be rather difficult. Not so, however, as Alsace, contrary to common practice in the rest of France or neighbouring Germany, has for many years followed the tradition of varietal labelling. Of the nine varieties permitted, six are responsible for the vast majority of vines planted in Alsace. These include the famous Riesling, more commonly associated with the vineyards of Germany, as well as the Pinot Noir, the red grape of Burgundy. Less famous, but no less capable are Tokay-Pinot Gris, Gewurztraminer, Muscat and Pinot Blanc. Of all these grapes, only Pinot Noir is red, and it rarely achieves anything remotely resembling a good Burgundy, and consequently Alsace is widely regarded as a white wine region. Pinot Blanc can be responsible for some worthy but hardly exciting wines. Hence, of the six grapes above, only the remaining four are highly regarded, and only these may be labelled as Grand Cru if they are grown in such a vineyard.
The Grand crw wine
The Alsace region is mainly famous for its architecture, gastronomy (food, wine, beer) and Christmas markets. The Alsace region is also a great place to escape from the city and enjoy a walk in its numerous nature reserves. The gastronomy part of Alsace provides you with information about the special dishes, wines and beers of the Alsace Region. It is also a directory to the best restaurants of Strasbourg and the Alsace region. The Food of Alsace Region is very famous for its food. A mix of French and German cuisine originated special dishes in the area. Alsace is the region of France that owns the largest number of highly ranked stars restaurants.
L' Arnsbourg Restaurant
In the heart of the Northern Vosges regional park, drowned in the greenery and bordered with a river, the Auberge de L' Arnsbourg Restaurant will elegantly throw you into a truly prestigious setting.
Three generations have followed, remaining by magic loyal to quality and maintaining a remarkable level of excellence for many years.
In this delightful cuisine, tradition merges with a passion for the profession and a constant quest for improvement.
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