• A well-balanced urban population distribution :

Alsace has a very evenly-distributed urban population, based in three urban centres :
 Mulhouse (242 736 inhabitants),
 Colmar (90 085 inhabitants) and
 Strasbourg (451 240 inhabitants).
and a dense network of small and medium-sized towns and villages.

• A pleasant living and working environment :

Alsace offers a particularly pleasant living and working environment, with the combination of beautiful and varied natural settings and an urban environment that strikes a good balance between towns and smaller villages.

Living in Alsace means living within easy reach of an exceptionally rich historical and artistic heritage (museums, historical buildings, châteaux, fortified towns) ; having access to a wealth of culture (festivals, concerts, shows, exhibitions, traditional fêtes) and being able to make the most of a wide range of sports and leisure facilities (hiking, cycling, paragliding, water sports and winter sports).

Besides the vitality of its cultural and community life, Alsace is also a must for its fine cuisine and the quality of its wines.

The close proximity of Germany and Switzerland is an additional boost to local quality of life thanks to the historical heritage, culture and leisure facilities readily available in these neighbouring areas.