Ammerschwihr

Ammerschwihr sits at 425 meters elevation in northeastern France's Haut-Rhin department, featuring medieval fortifications and surrounded by renowned vineyards along the Alsace Wine Route.

The commune traces its origins to medieval times as a fortified settlement, with the preserved Obertor gate serving as testament to its defensive architecture from centuries past.

Local wine festivals celebrate the commune's viticultural heritage, showcasing traditional Alsatian architecture with half-timbered houses and maintaining centuries-old winemaking traditions through family-owned vineyards.

Visitors can access the commune via regional roads from Colmar, explore local wineries offering tastings, and find accommodations while using it as a base for touring the Alsace region.

The Kaefferkopf vineyard within the commune holds Alsace Grand Cru classification status, representing one of the most prestigious wine-growing areas in the entire Alsace region.

Location: canton of Kaysersberg

Location: arrondissement of Colmar-Ribeauvillé

Elevation above the sea: 425 m

Shares border with: Ingersheim, Katzenthal, Niedermorschwihr, Turckheim, Labaroche, Colmar, Kaysersberg Vignoble

Address: Ammerschwihr, France 68410 Ammerschwihr

Phone: +33389471224

Email: contactville@ammerschwihr.net

Website: http://ammerschwihr.fr

GPS coordinates: 48.12556,7.28194

Latest update: August 2, 2025 16:04