Blé et Tradition in Munster is known for its artisanal baking and use of ancient, non-hybrid wheat grown through sustainable farming. Baker Nicolas Reinbold sources flour from trusted local mills and creates high-quality traditional baguettes, viennoiserie, and seasonal treats. The bakery is praised for its rich flavors, expert craftsmanship, and friendly service.
L’Enfariné, located in Munster (France), is an organic artisan bakery and café. They specialize in naturally leavened breads and creative pastries made with organic flours and minimal mechanization. With homemade tartlets, quiches, sandwiches, and snacks served in a relaxed café atmosphere, it’s a favorite local spot known for quality and innovation.
Boulangerie Imhoff in Colmar is known for its fully homemade breads, pastries, and chocolates, with a strong focus on traditional craftsmanship. The bakery has won several awards, including the Baguette d’Or, Kougelhopf d’Or (2016), Galette d’Or (2017), and Croissant d’Or (2019). That same year, their croissant was ranked the third-best in France. In 2024, one of their apprentices won the national title for Best Sandwich in France.
Maison Alexandre in Colmar, is celebrated for its truly handmade, “fait maison” approach. Everything is shaped by hand and baked fresh on-site. Run by Fabrice and Stéphanie Alexandre since 2009, the bakery is known for its high-quality traditional breads and viennoiserie.
Au Petit Schlitteur is a cozy artisanal bakery in Muhlbach-sur-Munster, in the Vosges. Founded by Nicolas Kaestlé, it’s known for its traditional Alsatian pastries and warm atmosphere. The bakery has won several awards, including Best Galette des Rois in the Grand Est (2018) and the Croissant d’Or (2022). It also holds the “Boulanger de France” label for baking excellence.
Sucré-Salé in Nancy is a popular artisan bakery known for its high-quality breads, viennoiseries, and regional specialties. The bakery has earned several awards, including a gold medal for its pâté lorrain in 2019. In 2023, it gained national recognition by placing fourth in France for the best almond galette. Sucré-Salé is praised for its homemade approach, creativity, and warm customer service.
Frencci in Nancy is a modern artisan bakery and café known for its fresh breads, golden viennoiseries, and creative pastries. Everything is made on-site using local ingredients.
l' epi d' or is in the hands of the Pultier family since 1960; now spanning three generations. A proud member of the Charte Boulanger de France, which guarantees high standards in quality, hygiene, and artisanal craftsmanship.
In March 2024, Christopher Potdevin, baker at Boulevard du Pain, won the regional title for best "Croissant au beurre" in the Grand Est region during a competition in Strasbourg. This earned him a spot in the national final in Lyon. In October 2024, he reached the national top 20 and finished as joint fourth finalist in the contest for “Best Croissant in France”.
Bartine is a popular Dutch bakery located in The Hague. The shop was really crowded, because it was a Saturday. I saw beautiful focaccias behind the display case and many other delicious treats. You can sit at a table and enjoy a drink with a sandwich or a pastry. Next to the shop, they were busy baking these goodies — through a large window, you can watch and enjoy the process.
Maison Philippe Conticini is well known for their pastries, like the Charlotte Framboise. In the shop they also sell very large croissants and pains au chocolat here, as well as beautiful pains suisses, pains aux raisins, and various brioche feuilletée with little fillings, all as part of their viennoiserie selection.
Cedric Grolet is a super popular bakery, largely because of its pastries, like their flower-shaped creations and realistic fruit-shaped pastries. It is quite an experience and clients have to wait in line here. We waited for 50 minutes. I wouldn’t call it a bakery, but rather a jeweler.
At this bakery, I got a baguette de tradition, croissant, pain au chocolat, and a black sesame éclair.