🇫🇷 EHLer's Weekend Escape: 3-Day Strasbourg & Colmar Itinerary

Bonjour, fellow EHLers! ✨ Ready for a magical 3-day trip blending French charm and German flair? Let's explore Strasbourg's canals and Colmar's fairytale streets – perfect for a weekend getaway! 🌉 Day 1: Strasbourg – Where France Meets Germany 🍽️ Lunch: Dive into German flavors – crispy pork knuckle (Schweinshaxe) and tangy sauerkraut at a local tavern. 🏡 Petite France: Wander flower-clad half-timbered houses along the canals (Christmas markets transform it in winter!). 🛍️ Downtown: Shop at Galeries Lafayette or quirky Franco-German boutiques. Pro tip: Grab Machi Machi bubble tea (Jay Chou’s fave!). 🍜 Dinner: Lamian Restaurant: Hand-pulled noodles with tender beef. Mr. Fondue: Spicy Sichuan fish hotpot (owner’s from Chengdu!). ⛪️ Strasbourg Cathedral: Lit up at night – check seasonal timings! 🎢 Day 2: Europa-Park – Europe’s Thrill Capital 1-hour drive from Strasbourg. 61.5€ tickets (cheaper online!). Ride highlights: Silver Star rollercoaster, Swiss-themed water rides. Hack: Use their app for real-time queue updates! 🏰 Day 3: Colmar – Real-Life "Howl’s Moving Castle" 📸 Must-Dos: "Little Venice" boat ride (8€ cash-only) for dreamy waterfront views. Maison Pfister & St. Martin’s Church – Instagram overload! 🍴 Foodie Picks: Michelin-starred Alsatian fusion (try tarte flambée with local wine!). Sunny café breaks – sip coffee by cobblestone lanes. ✨ Why Go? UNESCO beauty + adrenaline-packed fun. Food heaven (from schnitzels to Sichuan spice!). Just 3h from Lausanne – easy train/bus links. #Strasbourg #Colmar #EHLTravel #WeekendEscape #FairytaleTown #EuropaPark