1. Alsace - Noun
2. Alsace - Proper noun
a region of northeastern France famous for its wines
Source: WordNetAbout 50 such "simultaneous churches" still exist in modern Alsace, though with the Catholic church's general lack of priests they tend to hold Catholic services only occasionally. Source: Internet
Alsace is influenced by the Alemannic food culture; as such, beers made in the area are similar to the style of bordering Germany. Source: Internet
Basel had a strategic location, good relations with Strasbourg and Mulhouse, and control of the corn imports from Alsace, whereas the Swiss lands were becoming overpopulated and had few resources. Source: Internet
Background The French war plan was to attack as soon as their army was mobilized to drive the Germans from Alsace and Lorraine. Source: Internet
Because the Vosges are surmountable only by the Col de Saverne and the Belfort Gap, it has been suggested that Alsace needs to open up and get closer to France in terms of its rail links. Source: Internet
Attila went through Alsace in 451, devastating the country and destroying Mainz and Triers with their Roman garrisons. Source: Internet