Holiday apartment in Seltz
The new Rhine ferry between Plittersdorf and Seltz (since September 2010)
Photo: Marek BLAHUÅ via Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 3.0
Seltz is located in Bas-Rhin on the Sauer River near its confluence with the Rhine, opposite the German city of Rastatt. The town combines Alsatian local character with nature-related impressions and a possible excursion option close to the border.
Quick facts about Seltz
- Location: on the Sauer River near the Rhine confluence, opposite Rastatt in Germany
- Character of the town: Alsatian town with half-timbered houses and walks through the town center
- Natural area: lake, Rhine banks, nature trails, and the Sauer delta as a nature reserve are associated with the surroundings
- Cross-border connection: A ferry connection to Germany is described near the town center; current operating times must be checked before traveling.
What makes Seltz a travel destination
Seltz is associated with walks through the town center and half-timbered houses. This gives the stay a concrete local setting and complements the view of the landscape around the Sauer and the Rhine.
The surroundings are associated with the Rhine bank, a lake, nature trails, and the Sauer delta as a nature reserve. This makes it possible to combine sightseeing in the town and nature-related walks in travel planning, without assuming specific activities, walking distances, or guaranteed accessibility.
Stay in town or base for excursions?

Seltz can be considered both a place to stay and a starting point for excursions in the Rhine area. Its location opposite Rastatt and the reported ferry connection to Germany give the destination a cross-border aspect. Whether the ferry is currently operating and at what times it runs should be checked in advance.
When choosing a holiday apartment, the exact location of the individual offer is decisive. If you want to experience the town center, you should pay attention to the actual position within Seltz. The same applies to the nature setting: the general location in the Sauer-Rhine area does not mean that every accommodation is immediately on the lake, on the Rhine bank, or at the nature reserve. Seltz is located in the département Bas-Rhin.
Frequently asked questions about Seltz
Is Seltz better suited for a stay in town or for excursions?
Both can be combined: Seltz offers a town center with half-timbered houses and is also associated with nature and the Rhine landscape as well as a possible direction for excursions to Germany. You should also check current transport and opening information.
What landscape characterizes a stay in Seltz?
The surroundings are associated with the Sauer, the Rhine, a lake, nature trails, and the Sauer delta as a nature reserve. How well individual landscape points can be reached from your holiday apartment depends on its exact location.
Why can the location on the Rhine be interesting when choosing accommodation?
The location can be interesting for travelers who want to include the Rhine area and a possible connection to Germany in their planning. For each holiday apartment, you should check the exact position and current ferry information separately.