Andlau

Andlau

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GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION CLOSEST TOWNS
TownAndlauEichhoffen at 2.3 km (3 min)
Insee code67010Mittelbergheim at 2.3 km (3 min)
Postcode67140Itterswiller at 3.8 km (5 min)
Latitude48.3861570Barr at 4.2 km (7 min)
Longitude7.4174630Epfig at 5.2 km (6 min)
AltitudeFrom 205 to 795 metersBernardvillé at 5.4 km (6 min)
Surface23.69 km²Heiligenstein at 5.4 km (8 min)
Population1843 inhabitantsSaint-Pierre at 5.7 km (7 min)
Density81 inhabitants/km²Nothalten at 6 km (8 min)
National labelStotzheim at 6.1 km (8 min)
Chief townStrasbourg (at 39 km, 32 min)Reichsfeld at 6.2 km (7 min)
DepartmentBas-RhinZellwiller at 6.3 km (7 min)
RegionAlsaceSearch another town
LOCATION

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TOWN PRESENTATION

In its green vineyards and forests, the city of Andlau part of a magnificent landscape. Andlau developed around the abbey, founded in 880 by Richarde, wife of the Carolingian Charles the Fat. It became the stronghold of the family Andlau, the town has its own coat of arms. City wine and gastronomy, place des Grands Crus of Alsace (Kastelberg - Wiebelsberg - Moenchberg) Andlau houses a remarkable architectural heritage: St. Richarde abbey, castles Spesbourg and Upper Andlau, numerous Renaissance pieces of stone and wood ... Romanesque sculpture is in the foreground. While respecting tradition, Andlau turned to the future: the city boasts some 700 industrial jobs or service.


SIGHTSEEING
  • Abbey of Saints Peter and Paul, classified "Monument Historique". Consecrated by Pope Leo the ninth in 1049, this church contains a remarkable Romanesque elements including a 11th century crypt guarded by a bear in sandstone, a porch and a frieze storied 12th-century high of 30 meters, and the richest carved portal Alsace. The Virgin date from the 15th and 16th centuries and the Chair of 1703. Open to the public in the summer or on request for groups.
  • Chateau Haut-Andlau: Altitude: 451 m on the Silberberg - Historical Monument in 1926. The castle, characterized by its two towers, dominates the north Valley Kirneck and Barr in the south valley Andlau. The top castle, with no yard, was built by the lords of Andlau between 1337 and 1344. The entrance was designed with the "scrolling technique" as a succession of traps against the enemy. The stately home, lying (37 m by 9 m at its widest point), to the plain lit by large windows with pointed arch, was still inhabited by Rangers until 1796. The arms of Andlau are still present on some stones.
  • Castle Spesbourg: Altitude: 460 m, on a rock - Historical Monument in 1967. Built in 1247 to control the valley and the nearby abbey, the castle has a large square tower 24 m high and an inner courtyard. The stately home is perforated to the east by arched windows, some even ornate sandstone. Fragments of polychrome frescoes are visible on one of the arches of the ruins, with capitals carved fireplaces, they evoke a sophistication unknown in the 14th century. Remained vacant since the end of this century, it slowly falls apart. The castle is definitely ruined during the Thirty Years War (seventeenth century), while serving as a refuge for people. In recent years, been significant consolidation work.
  • Located on the Wine Route, offers Andlau also visit the cellars of winemakers and discover its gastronomy.
Detailed information
MonumentsAbbey of Andlau,   Castle of Andlau,   Castle of the Spesbourg
Natural sitesForest of Barr

EVENTS AND CELEBRATIONS
  • Early June: on dining in the vineyard.
  • June 21: music festival.
  • Early July: Wine Festival.
  • The third weekend of November: Christmas Market.

ATTRACTIONS, LEISURES AND ACTIVITES AROUND
  • Numerous hiking and biking trails to the ruins to chateaux.
  • Path in the vines to reach the villages. The village is located near the Champ du Feu, ski resort of the Lower Rhine and Mont Sainte-Odile, a place of pilgrimage.
PHOTOS
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WEATHER
Tuesday 14 February
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Min. -4°C - Max. 1°C
Wednesday 15 February
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Min. -6°C - Max. 4°C
Thursday 16 February
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Min. -2°C - Max. 2°C
RESTAURANTS 
Auberge des allies
Sélestat
At the Auberge des Allies, you'll appreciate the tradition of a warm welcome, good food and nice rooms.
Located 14.4 km from AndlauFrom 25 € to 30 € per person 
La Cheneaudière - Relais & Châteaux  
10
Colroy-la-Roche
Silverware, crystal, fabric, armchairs and light candlescandlelight for a cozy atmosphere. Enjoy a gourmet cuisine, cuisinefarefine, delicatefine, imaginative and generous... Our chef,...
Located 17.4 km from AndlauFrom 50 € to 100 € per person 
Auberge la meuniere
Thannenkirch
Cuisine renovated.
Located 19.4 km from AndlauFrom 20 € to 40 € per person 

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BEDS & BREAKFASTS 
Gite de la tulipe    
9.7
Mittelbergheim
Guest rooms with private swimming pool covered. Exceptional location in the heart of a vineyard. Breakfast improved. Hiking on the spot. Many attractions nearby (Mont Ste Odile, Obernai,...
Located 1.8 km from AndlauFrom 55 € to 65 € the double room 
Au p'tit bon'air    
9
Sand
At Sand, in the heart of the Alasacian countryside, Luc, Sophie and Lucie offer two guest rooms with a capacity of eight people (4+ 4). In a totally restored Alsacian barn, you will...
Located 14.6 km from Andlau50 € the double room 
Alsace, b&b, pension, week-end, chambre,    
8.1
Kintzheim
In the heart of Alsace, along the celeb wine trail (wine road), at the bottom of the haut-koenigsbourg castle, the volerie des aigle, the montagne des singes; between Strasbourg and...
Located 14.8 km from AndlauFrom 49 € to 105 € the double room 

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VACATION RENTALS 
Apartment for 5 persons
Barr
Apartment of 80 m² fully equipped (freezer, oven, washing machine, etc). Access to the garden and pool.
Located 3.2 km from Andlau340 € per week 
Loue Gîte NEUF 3 clés avec sauna  
10
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Nothalten
Holiday for 2 to 6 persons with large terrace garden barbecue and beautiful views of vineyards and forest. Very quiet and 50 m from the famous wine route in Alsace with garage. American...
Located 3.4 km from AndlauFrom 400 € to 550 € per week 
Studio  
9
Epfig
Studio with independent entrance at R.d. C. A room with kitchenette, 2 single beds, bathroom, parking in the courtyard shared with the owner.
Located 4 km from AndlauFrom 165 € to 190 € per week 

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CAMPSITES 
Camping du Haut-koenigsbourg    
9.2
Lièpvre
In the shade of various species of trees, camping in Upper koenigsbourg you to spend a stay in a large protected environment, a haven of peace and calm rewarded in 2004 with a 3rd prize...
Located 15.9 km from Andlau9.50 € per day 
Camp Au Clair Ruisseau    
9.2
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Gerstheim
Camping quiet, spacious places with electricity connection (16 A), water and evacuation. Cabins and mobile homes for rent. Families and groups welcome, Pets welcome. Modern sanitary...
Located 22 km from AndlauFrom 15.10 € to 16.60 € per day 

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HOTELS
Zinck Hôtel     
8.6
Andlau
Zinck Hotel is a boutique hotel located in Andlau the heart of the vineyard on the Route des Vins in Alsace. Le Zinck Hotel offers single, double or triple rooms. All rooms are equipped...
Located in AndlauRoom from 60 €
Hôtel Restaurant Kastelberg     
8.2
Andlau
Hôtel Restaurant Kastelberg is located in the famous Kasterlberg Grand Cru vineyard, at the edge of a forest. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the hotel and restaurant. Hotel Kastelberg’s...
Located in AndlauRoom from 68 €
Le Grenier Des Arômes Au Domaine Wittmann    
9.7
Mittelbergheim
Situated in a vineyard in Mittelbergheim, this bed and breakfast offers air-conditioned rooms with free Wi-Fi in the heart of a picturesque Alsatian village. All the rooms at Le Grenier...
Located 2.2 km from AndlauRoom from 68 €

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Ideally situated in the city centre of Strasbourg, opposite the cathedral and next to the historic district of La Petite...
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