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The Rangen vineyard


The Rangen vineyard in Thann is the southernmost in Alsace and the only one in the region to be classified as a Grand Cru in its entirety.
Its hillsides (350 to 450m), facing south, cover an area of ​​22 ha with slopes of up to 45°.

You have certainly already seen reports on TV about its spectacular and perilous harvests! In certain plots, the grape-pickers are roped up for a real mountaineering course! Strong sensations guaranteed!
This vineyard owes its reputation to its terroir on volcanic soil, to the presence of the river Thur which provides the humidity necessary for the ripening of the grapes.

This vineyard produces 4 exceptional grape varieties:
- Riesling: a mineral, complex, full-bodied wine with a long finish and a racy, ripe acidity.
- Pinot Gris: found in volcanic soils, hence its presence in the Rangen. It is an ample, powerful, complex wine, often marked by smoky and flinty aromas with a salty acidity.
- Gewürztraminer: is the most typical Alsatian wine. Its color is golden and very bright. It is an aromatic, ample, fruity and mineral wine.
- Muscat: dry and aromatic, with an inimitable fruitiness.

A signed path allows you to walk there (3 walks for 3 levels, hats are a must!)


Animals Handicap Parking

Pratical information

Type of place: massif / hill / emblematic sites, viewpoint and panorama
Visit formulas: Free visit, Guided tour for individuals with reservation, Guided tour for groups with reservation, Tasting for a fee for groups, Vineyard tours for groups by appointment only, Vineyard tours for individuals by appointment only, Tourist harvests
Practical services: Drinks, Restaurant, Food for groups Stroller access

Opening hours

from January 1st 2025 to December 31st 2025 : Accessible year-round

Pricing

Free/entry, self-guided tour

Documents

The vineyards of the South Gate : download the document
The wine trails
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