When is the best time to visit Mulhouse?

Mulhouse is beautiful year-round. Spring (April–June) and autumn (September–October) offer pleasant weather and fewer crowds. In December, the Christmas markets are unmissable.

How do I get to Mulhouse?

Mulhouse is accessible by TGV from Paris (around 2h20), by car via the A35 motorway, or by regional train from Strasbourg or Colmar.

What food specialities should I try in Mulhouse?

In Alsace, don't miss tarte flambée (flammekueche), choucroute garnie, baeckeoffe, kougelhopf, pretzels, and of course Alsatian white wines like Riesling.

Alsace, France

Mulhouse

Capital of technical museums with the Cité de l'Automobile.

Welcome to Mulhouse

Industrial capital of Alsace, Mulhouse is famous for its technical museums: Cité de l'Automobile, Cité du Train, EDF Electropolis.

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Mulhouse·Italian, Mediterranean

Il Cortile

Michelin star, Italian-Mediterranean cuisine.

4.4(549)

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Mulhouse·Alsatian

Zum Sauwadala

Historic winstub, restaurant of the year.

4.6(2,695)

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Hôtel Bristol Mulhouse

Elegant city centre hotel with restaurant.

4.2(445)

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Maison Jenny Hotel Restaurant & Spa

Family-run since 1930, spa and outstanding breakfast.

4.6(1,206)

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Cité de l'Automobile

World's largest car collection, 400+ vehicles.

5.0(10)

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Cité du Train

Europe's largest railway museum.

4.7(7,814)

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EDF Electropolis Museum

Interactive museum of electricity and energy.

4.3(1,459)

Mulhouse through the seasons

Spring

Cherry blossoms and first spring wines. Mild weather, perfect for cycling through the vineyards.

Summer

Summer festivals, open-air concerts and lively terraces. The Wine Route in full swing.

Autumn

Grape harvest and wine festivals. Glorious vineyard colours. Cosy atmosphere in the winstubs.

Winter

Enchanting Christmas markets, mulled wine and twinkling lights. Alsace at its most romantic.

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Frequently Asked Questions

: Mulhouse is beautiful year-round. Spring (April–June) and autumn (September–October) offer pleasant weather and fewer crowds. In December, the Christmas markets are unmissable.
: Mulhouse is accessible by TGV from Paris (around 2h20), by car via the A35 motorway, or by regional train from Strasbourg or Colmar.
: In Alsace, don't miss tarte flambée (flammekueche), choucroute garnie, baeckeoffe, kougelhopf, pretzels, and of course Alsatian white wines like Riesling.