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Strasbourg part 1: In front of, on top of, around and inside the cathedral
15 June 2026
The first day of my stay at Strasbourg is dedicated mostly to the cathedral and its surroundings.
Metz part 2: Musée de la Cour d'Or, fortifications, Jeanne d'Arc and even more churches
7 June 2026
I visit the Musée de la Cour d'Or and tour the Medival fortifications of Metz as well as the rest of the historical center.
Metz part 1: The oldest church, the German church, the light-flooded church
5 June 2026
On my first day at Metz I walk along the river Mosel, explore the western part of the historical city center and encounter three very different churches.
Colmar: timber-framed houses and the Isenheim altar
4 June 2026
During our two-day visit in Colmar we walk through the historical center, make a boat tour, and visit several museums, including the Musée Unterlinden which contains the famous Isenheim Altar.
Basel part 2: Cathedral and Tinguely-museum
3 June 2026
We ascend the cathedral and enjoy the view from its towers, visit the museum dedicated to Jean Tinguely and return home swimming in the Rhine.
Visiting Basel and a boat tour to Rheinfelden
2 June 2026
As part of my vacation I visit friends in Basel. We tour the city, ascend the cathedral and even swim in the Rhine. We also make a boat tour to Rheinfelden and visit the brewery there.