Obernai

At the foot of Mont Sainte-Odile, Obernai unfolds its ramparts, half-timbered houses and Place du Marché, one of the most beautiful squares in Alsace, on the Alsace Wine Route.

Getting there

By train: Obernai station (Strasbourg–Sélestat line), a 5-minute walk from the centre. By car, about 30 minutes from Strasbourg.

History

A former free city of the Holy Roman Empire, Obernai retains a rich medieval and Renaissance heritage: the belfry (Kapellturm), the six-bucket well and the corn exchange.

Culture & stories

Tradition holds that Obernai is the birthplace of Saint Odile. Surrounding vineyards and a renowned Christmas Market make it a popular stop.

Location