Hôtel Riquewihr Le Schoenenbourg is a three-star hotel with pool at the edge of Riquewihr, one of Alsace's most celebrated medieval wine villages and a mandatory stop on the Route des Vins d'Alsace in the Grand Est region of France. Set beside the vineyard wall from which the Schoenenbourg Grand Cru appellation takes its name, the hotel enjoys a position where manicured gardens meet the vine rows at the foot of the Haut-Rhin slopes. The 42 rooms and family units are styled in Alsatian regional character, with warm tones, floral fabrics, and balconies or terraces on upper floors offering views across the Grand Cru vineyard and the medieval ramparts of Riquewihr. An outdoor pool is available in the summer months, and the wine cellar and tasting room offer direct sales of regional wines including the property's own labels. The restaurant serves traditional Alsatian fare—baeckeoffe, choucroute alsacienne, and seasonal plats du jour with local produce—alongside a menu of Alsace Grand Cru and village wines chosen to pair with each course. A terraced garden with vineyard views provides outdoor dining and aperitif settings in fine weather. The hotel is steps from Riquewihr's famous rue du Général de Gaulle, a medieval street lined with wine merchants, biscuit-makers, and craft shops. Colmar is approximately fifteen kilometres away, and the village of Ribeauvillé, home to three Alsatian châteaux, is a ten-minute drive. Rates begin around €75 per night, and the hotel represents a practical and atmospheric base for a wine-route itinerary focused on the central Haut-Rhin appellations.
Room types
- Standard
- Vineyard View
- Family Room
Amenities
- Pool
- Free Wi-Fi
- Restaurant
- Garden
- Parking
- Wine cellar
Location
2 rue de la Piscine, 68340 Riquewihr
48.1654, 7.2993 View on map
Highlights
- Vineyard-side setting adjacent to the Schoenenbourg Grand Cru appellation outside Riquewihr
- Outdoor pool with views across the Grand Cru vineyard rows to the medieval village ramparts
- Wine cellar tasting room with direct sales of regional Alsace Grand Cru and village wines
- Restaurant serving Alsatian classics with terrace overlooking the vineyard garden
- Steps from Riquewihr's medieval wine-merchant rue, a highlight of the Route des Vins d'Alsace
Tips for visiting
- A room with vineyard view or balcony transforms the stay into a wine-country experience beyond typical Alsace hotels
- Visit during the vendanges (harvest, September–October) to see the Grand Cru slopes in active picking
- The village of Riquewihr is pedestrianised; arrive by late afternoon to explore before the day-tour crowds thin
- The wine cellar tasting room sells bottles at cellar-door prices—bring a cool bag for transport
- Combine with a drive to Ribeauvillé and Kaysersberg; both are within twenty minutes and equally picturesque
When to visit
Late September through October for the grape harvest atmosphere and vine autumn colour; late May through June for the rose season with comfortable temperatures before summer crowds peak in Riquewihr.
Accessibility
The hotel is a low-rise property with a lift serving the main building. The garden and pool area are largely level, though the vineyard perimeter has gentle slopes. Guests with mobility requirements should contact the hotel to confirm room accessibility.
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Frequently asked questions
Is the outdoor pool heated at Le Schoenenbourg?
The pool is available in summer months; guests should confirm the operating season when booking, as it depends on weather conditions each year.
Can guests purchase wines at the hotel?
Yes. The hotel's wine cellar and tasting room offers direct sales of regional Alsace wines, including Grand Cru appellations from the adjacent vineyard.
How far is Colmar from Hôtel Le Schoenenbourg?
Colmar is approximately fifteen kilometres from Riquewihr, a twenty-minute drive along the Route des Vins.
Is Riquewihr accessible by public transport?
Bus services from Colmar reach Riquewihr, but a car is strongly recommended for exploring the broader wine route villages at a comfortable pace.