Before you choose an itinerary
- Distances and times are road figures without traffic or stops. Allow extra time for breaks, prayers, meals and border crossings.
- Most driving days are short: one to two hours, except the drive to or from Paris (about 5 hours) and Colmar to Geneva (about 3 hours 40 minutes).
- Switzerland is the start or the end of these itineraries. Journeys entirely within Switzerland (from one Swiss city to another) are on request, subject to Swiss regulations.
- Stages between two places in Germany (such as Europa-Park → Triberg → Titisee, or Baden-Baden → Triberg) are on request, subject to German regulations, and are marked in the tables.
- Entry tickets, meals and hotels are not included: you book your hotels, we take care of the road.
Itinerary 1: Paris, Alsace, Europa-Park, Black Forest and Zurich (7 days)
The fullest route: two major cities, the villages of Alsace, a whole day at the theme park for the children, then a mountain lake before Switzerland.
| Day | Stage | Distance and time | Programme |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Paris → Strasbourg | about 490 km, about 5 h 10 | Pick-up at your Paris hotel, breaks along the way |
| 2 | Strasbourg | local trips | The Grande Île, a UNESCO World Heritage site, explored on foot |
| 3 | Strasbourg → Obernai → Riquewihr → Colmar | about 29, 45 and 14 km, about 1 h 25 in total | Two Wine Route villages, overnight in Colmar |
| 4 | Colmar → Europa-Park | about 44 km, about 55 min | Morning in Colmar and Little Venice (Petite Venise), then on to Germany |
| 5 | Europa-Park | day at the park | A full day at Europa-Park |
| 6 | Europa-Park → Triberg → Titisee | about 83 and 46 km, about 2 h 05 in total | Triberg waterfalls, overnight near Lake Titisee (on request, subject to German regulations) |
| 7 | Titisee → Zurich | about 93 km, about 1 h 35 | Morning walk by the lake, arrival in Zurich |
Itinerary 2: Zurich to Paris via the Black Forest and Europa-Park (5 days)
For families who start their holiday in Switzerland and end it in Paris, with a full day at the park.
| Day | Stage | Distance and time | Programme |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Zurich → Titisee | about 95 km, about 1 h 35 | The driver meets you in Zurich, overnight near the lake |
| 2 | Titisee → Europa-Park | about 68 km, about 1 h | Morning boat trip on Lake Titisee, then on to Rust (on request, subject to German regulations) |
| 3 | Europa-Park | day at the park | A full day at Europa-Park |
| 4 | Europa-Park → Strasbourg | about 59 km, about 50 min | Afternoon in Strasbourg’s old town |
| 5 | Strasbourg → Paris | about 490 km, about 5 h 10 | Drop-off at your Paris hotel or airport |
Itinerary 3: Paris, the Alsace Wine Route and Geneva (4 days)
No theme park, no mountains: historic towns, wine villages, then the shores of Lake Geneva.
| Day | Stage | Distance and time | Programme |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Paris → Strasbourg | about 490 km, about 5 h 10 | Departure from Paris, overnight in Strasbourg |
| 2 | Strasbourg → Obernai → Riquewihr → Colmar | about 88 km in total, about 1 h 25 | Wine Route villages, overnight in Colmar |
| 3 | Colmar | short trips | The old town and Little Venice |
| 4 | Colmar → Geneva | about 314 km, about 3 h 40 | Arrival in Geneva, home of the 140-metre Jet d’eau |
Itinerary 4: Strasbourg, Baden-Baden, the Black Forest and Lucerne (3 days)
The shortest route: the Black Forest from north to south, then Lucerne on its lake, at the foot of Mount Pilatus and the Rigi.
| Day | Stage | Distance and time | Programme |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Strasbourg → Baden-Baden | about 65 km, about 1 h | The spa town, overnight there |
| 2 | Baden-Baden → Triberg → Titisee | about 108 and 46 km, about 2 h 25 in total | Triberg waterfalls, overnight near Lake Titisee (on request, subject to German regulations) |
| 3 | Titisee → Lucerne | about 138 km, about 2 h 05 | Arrival in Lucerne |
What to know about the stops
Europa-Park
In Rust, Germany, about 56 km from Strasbourg, it describes itself as Germany’s largest theme park. It is not open all year: in 2026 the summer season runs from 28 March to 25 September, followed by the Halloween and winter seasons, and the park is closed on 24 and 25 December. Check the dates on its website before booking. Tickets are not included in our price. Details: Europa-Park transfer.
Triberg waterfalls
Germany’s highest waterfalls according to the town of Triberg: 163 metres over seven levels. Entry is paid and not included. In winter only the lower section is open, and paths can be icy.
Lake Titisee
A mountain lake in the southern Black Forest, at 857 metres. You can take a boat trip, rent a small boat or walk around the lake (a loop of about 7.4 km).
Baden-Baden
The spa town of the northern Black Forest, about an hour from Strasbourg. For a day trip from Strasbourg, see the Black Forest and Baden-Baden tour.
Strasbourg and Colmar
Strasbourg’s historic centre, the Grande Île, is a UNESCO World Heritage site, and most of it is best seen on foot. Colmar is known for Little Venice and its canals. Between the two lie the Wine Route villages: see the Alsace Wine Route with a private driver.
How is a road trip priced?
For a multi-day trip the price is on quote: it depends on the route, the number of days, the daily distances and the starting point (the driver comes from Strasbourg if your trip starts in Paris, Switzerland or Germany). We send a clear quote before anything is booked. Each stage can also be booked on its own as a fixed-price transfer: Strasbourg to Paris, Strasbourg to Zurich, Strasbourg to Basel.
On the road
- Prayer stops on request: agree the times with the driver, who plans a stop at a suitable place.
- Halal restaurant suggestions in the towns you pass through.
- Child seats on request, and a pushchair still fits with 8 passengers.
- Borders: bring valid passports for every passenger, with a visa if you need one. Switzerland is in the Schengen area but outside the EU, and checks may take place.
- More than 8 people? Several vehicles, on quote.
For full details of the service, see Arabic-speaking driver in Europe.
Read also
- Arabic-speaking driver in Europe: Mercedes van with chauffeur
- The Black Forest from Strasbourg: practical guide
- Europa-Park from Strasbourg
- Zurich Airport transfer
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