Heading to the Grand Est region with the 2026 Gault&Millau regional guide

Sauerkraut, quiche lorraine, and champagne: discover the charms of the Grand Est region! From new hotspots to must-visit restaurants, explore the region’s roads, from Reims to Strasbourg, via Colmar and Charleville-Mézières.

The Grand Est’s Must-Sees According to Gault&Millau

128 cities make up this bountiful region. Highlights include 228 gourmet restaurants, 86 dedicated artisans and winemakers, and 74 exceptional hotels. Among these top picks, discover the standout names in this new edition:

• Julien Binz, Restaurant Julien Binz in Ammerschwihr, Gault&Millau d’Or
• Valentin Loison, Bulle d’Osier - Clos Vauban, Rising Star
• Maison Dutriez, a Baris treasure
• The Royal Champagne Hotel & Spa, for relaxing among vineyards and hills

You can also try your hand at two recipes from the chefs that highlight local ingredients: buewespaëtzle with peas and lemon cream, and crispy ham hock with mustard and kohlrabi.

Two gourmet getaways curated by Gault&Millau to explore the region

While these corners of the region may not be the most touristy, they’re well worth a visit to discover their treasures.

Start by spending 48 hours around Langres, a town whose ramparts offer a superb view of the surrounding valleys, and whose charcuterie and cheeses define its culinary tradition.

Also discover an itinerary for a few days in Obernai, a quintessential Alsatian town located between Strasbourg and Colmar. It’s one of the region’s top culinary destinations and hosts two major markets you won’t want to miss: the Grande Braderie d’Obernai and the Christmas Market.