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Riquewihr – The hunt for the perfect coconut macaroons

Forget your usual macarons – in Riquewihr, macarons are something else entirely. We follow the scent of freshly baked coconut macaroons through cobblestone alleys and half-timbered houses in search of Alsace’s sweetest secret.
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Kaysersberg – Wine, ceramics and Le whiskey Alsacien

Kaysersberg, with its half-timbered houses and Grand Cru wine fields, is an Alsatian gem where history, wine and gastronomy come together for an unforgettable experience.
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Eguisheim- Half-timbered houses, storks and vineyards in the heart of Alsace

In the heart of Alsace, along the famous Route des Vins, lies the fairytale village of Eguisheim. Here, culture and wine traditions meet, stretching back to Roman times.
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Hildesheim - Among roses, half-timbered houses and world heritage - Germany

Hildesheim has fabulous half-timbered houses, two impressive world heritage sites, a thousand-year-old rose and cute medieval alleys. A perfect destination for both culture and history lovers.
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