Take a tour of French Village of Riquewihr in Riquewihr, France – part of the World’s Greatest Attractions travel video series by GeoBeats.
Near France’s border with Germany, in the Alsace region renowned for its vibrant countryside and rolling vineyards, is the village of Riquewihr.
These classic medieval stone and timber houses exemplify a stunning fusion of French and German architecture.
Bearing the moniker of “One of the Most Beautiful Villages of France,” this town’s buildings and layout have changed only slightly since its founding.
The undetached houses which line the narrow cobbled streets are indicative of a classic medieval village.
The bright flowers and colorful houses are only enhanced by Riquewihr's most prominent structures, such as its clock tower and castle.
Surrounded by verdant fields, hills, and vineyards this town presents itself as a picturesque fairy-tale town out of the Middle Ages.
