Ophorus are specialist small group and private tour operator providing a wide range of tours in mainly regional areas of France.
PZUV1D – Half Day Tour – AM
Highlights
-Sample the flavors of Strasbourg
-Tasting of local products from the Alsace region
-Fun, informative background on the history and culture of Strasbourg
-English speaking Guides, local Experts of Alsace
Discover the city of Strasbourg in a fun & informative way as you taste some of the best gastronomic produce of Alsace. Cuisine and gourmet food are passions for most French people and the region has many specialities combining its unique French and Germanic cultural heritage — a very special flavour!
From lovely fresh white asparagus, local foie gras, juniper-flavoured sauerkraut, pies made from local berries, smocked mountain hams, colourful Quetsche plums, breads of all shapes, to delicious cakes and pastries, our local produce are known all over France.
Stroll through the pedestrian narrow lanes of the historical city center, admire the famous Cathedral of Notre-Dame, the gorgeous “Petite France” district and beautiful squares such as “Place Gutenberg. On Wednesday and Friday it is also market day in Strasbourg. Follow your guide as you are introduced to some of the local food as well as traditional Arts & Crafts. Along the way, we will sample local food such as cured meat & cheese paired with local wines. Other stops will include tasting some traditional Alsatian brioche “kouglof”, and delicious ‘pains d’épices’, (litterally ‘bread of spices’), the local version of gingerbread.
This gourmet tour would not be complete without several tastings of delicious wines that might even include Crémant d’Alsace, a delicious local sparkling wine! Let one of our local gourmet guides take you through the streets of Strasbourg, share local recipes and cooking tips, as you taste some of the best gastronomic produce of Alsace.
DEPARTS FROM:
Pick up in front of Strasbourg Tourism Office. Guide will have a sign with company logo and tour name. Please be ready 10 minutes before tour departure time. All tours leave on time. Tour returns near original departure point.
DURATION:
2 hours
SCHEDULE:
01/03/25-16/11/25
Tour departs every WEDNESDAY and FRIDAY at 10:00.
No tours on 01/05
