Riquewihr nestles in the heart of the Sembach valley. Its hillsides produce the famous Schoenenbourg wine that has not failed for centuries. Its fortified enclosure is a reminder that the city and its inhabitants experienced many attacks and troubles. The colorful decorations of the half-timbered houses attest to the wealth of their owners. A testament to Alsace's history, Riquewihr does not wish to become a museum-city but to preserve its vivid patrimony.