In August, Mulhouse is host to a large automobile parade while in December feast yourself on its popular Christmas market. The Eco Museum of Alsace, pronounced 'L'ecomusee' in French, boasts something to do for the entire family. Walk along its grounds to tour this imaginary Alsatian village and experience stories and workshops of how people lived before modern times. Flashback in time and view the silversmiths and goldsmiths at work. You might even try it yourself before the kids dash off to games and rides in a carnival atmosphere.

A culturally diverse city just 45 minutes south of Basel, visit the German town of Freiburg. Meaning Green city, the college town of Freiburg spreads onto the foot of the Black Forest where you can explore its wonders. Freiburg is famous for its secular history, cathedrals, museums, and shopping. As many of the towns in this region, Freiburg boasts an incredibly festive atmosphere during Christmas and Carnival which cannot be missed.

During the summer months visit Basel, where you can enjoy many outdoor pubs and restaurants which adorn the downtown corridor along with shopping, and night life full of many travelers from abroad. Venture to 'les trois frontieres' and you will be standing where France, Germany and Switzerland all meet together at one point.

Clearly Alsace was recognized the most for its artistic, cultural and intellectual works. French, German and Italian influences met and enriched the region with Gothic art followed by Roman art. The region is so rich that there is definitely something to offer for the entire family.