8Eguisheim, France

In the heart of Alsace’s wine region lies Eguisheim, a circular medieval village wrapped in vineyards. Colorful half-timbered houses painted in pastel pinks, yellows, and blues line its concentric streets. 

Flower boxes spill over windowsills in spring and summer, while Christmas transforms the town into a storybook scene. Despite its beauty, Eguisheim remains calmer than nearby Colmar, offering a peaceful immersion into Alsatian culture.