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The unique landscape of the Upper Rhine Valley offers countless opportunities.  Cycle at leisure along the Rhine. explore on foot the gentle vineyard slopes in South Palatinate or make the most of the extensive mountain bike trails that crisscross the entire region.  The Doubs River in the Jura Mountains with its romantic natural scenery and dramatic views is perfect for a canoeing tour.  Winter sports fans are also well catered for: the Vosges and the Black Forest's highest peak, the Feldberg, are great destinations for all skiing enthusiasts.  On the roads, touristic routes such as the Black Forest's Schwarzwald Hochstrabe and the Route des Cretes offer their own unique panoramas, while on the rails heritage railway lines provide a nostalgic look at the region as they wind their way through tunnels and over viaducts. The numerous nature parks allow visitors a closer view of the region's animal kingdom.  Even exotic animals can be encountered in the zoos at Mulhouse,

The Upper Rhine Valley is a gastronomic heaven. A wealth of unique regional specialities are waiting to be enjoyed.  Let the locals show you how to make Black Forest gateau.  Rest and recuperate after a long walk with a Black Forest platter featuring the famous Black Forest ham, Or when in South Palatinate order the delicious haggis-like local speciality of Saumagen.  Alsace is renowned for its Baeckeoffe, Choucroute (Sauerkraut) and foie gras.  It's also where a slice of moist gugelhupf cake can be enjoyed for dessert.  Sample Switzerland's unique chocolate or the flavoursome Swiss cheese.  The crisp Swiss rosti is also a dish not to be missed. Pay a visit to one of the many Michelin star restaurants in Alsace and relish the cuisine of world-famous chefs.  There are corresponding wines to accompany every speciality. Whether a Muscat ot Gewurztraminer from Alsace. a Gutedel from Baden, a regional Pinot Noir, Blanc or Gris, a Riesling or a Silvaner from Palatinate or a wine

The Upper Rhine Valley is a region with a real sense of tradition.  Throughout the year there are many traditional activities and events taking part. At the beginning of the year during the carnival celebrations, witches and other fancy-dressed carnival revellers frolic in the streets at the region's colourful carnival processions.  The Morgestraich parade in Basel with its pipers and drummers is one such spectacle that should not be missed.  In autumn it's the turn of the numerous wine festivals which are ideal for a cosy get-together, Savour the regional wines together with a slice of local onion cake.  During Advent the towns of the Upper Rhine Valley are also an enchanting sight with their festive lights.  Stroll around the romantic Christmas markets am=nd enjoy a warming glass of mulled wine. At the numerous traditional events that take place in the Upper Rhine Valley the different regional costumes are regularly on display.  The Black Forest Bollenhut hat is one