A weekend or 2 days in Sélestat  

DAY 2

Morning:
For this second day, go to the Maison du Pain d’Alsace. Don’t miss out on this iconic landmark in the very heart of Sélestat. The smell of freshly baked bread is simply irresistible - you’ve got to taste it!  A step into the Maison du Pain museum and bakery is a chance to discover the work of bakers as they produce bread, kougelhopf, pretzels and other regional and local specialities. But it’s also a museum, where you can learn more about the baking trade in the past and present, and about the history of bread in all its forms, from wheat to flour.

Lunch:
At lunchtime from May to September, you can enjoy some toast topped with local ingredients or some quiche, followed by a slice of seasonal homemade pie for dessert, in the tearoom or on the terrace.

Afternoon:
Get your trainers on or hire a bike to explore the Ill*Wald nature reserve, an area of preserved and protected nature right outside of Sélestat. Walk along a 5k interpretative trail, the Treasures of the Ill (Sentier L'Ill aux trésors), where you’ll discover the landscapes, plants and wildlife that have shaped the city. It’s a great way to get back to nature, right outside the city.

Or (alternative suggestion)
If you’re so inclined, you can explore the city’s more modern side by following the contemporary art walk, a self-guided tour of various artworks integrated into the public space.

Finally, to end your short stay with a flourish and make sure you won’t go home empty-handed, take some time to wander around the shopping areas, to find souvenirs and local products to take home!

Wishing you a good journey home, with a heart full of wonderful memories. Come back soon!