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Soultzmatt
The main road through Soultzmatt
The main road through Soultzmatt
Coat of arms of Soultzmatt
Coat of arms
Soultzmatt is located in France
Soultzmatt
Soultzmatt
Location in France
Soultzmatt is located in Grand Est
Soultzmatt
Soultzmatt
Location in Grand Est
Country France
Region Grand Est
Department Haut-Rhin
Arrondissement Thann-Guebwiller
Canton Wintzenheim
Intercommunality Pays de Rouffach
Area
1
19.57 km2 (7.56 sq mi)
Population
 (2006)
2,257
 • Density 115.33/km2 (298.70/sq mi)
Time zone UTC+01:00 (CET)
 • Summer (DST) UTC+02:00 (CEST)
INSEE/Postal code
68318 /68570
Elevation 236–773 m (774–2,536 ft)
(avg. 280 m or 920 ft)
1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries.

Soultzmatt is a small and charming commune (which is like a town or village) located in eastern France. It is part of the Haut-Rhin department. This area is known for its beautiful landscapes and rich history.

Soultzmatt is especially famous for its excellent Alsacian wines. The vineyards around the commune produce a very special wine called Grand Cru Zinnkoepflé.

Discovering Soultzmatt

Soultzmatt is a lovely place in the Alsace region of France. It is found in the Haut-Rhin department. This department is in the eastern part of the country.

The commune is nestled in a valley. It has a mix of flat areas and hills. The highest point near Soultzmatt is about 773 meters (2,536 feet) above sea level. The lowest point is around 236 meters (774 feet).

What is a Commune?

In France, a "commune" is the smallest unit of local government. It is like a town, village, or even a small city. Each commune has its own mayor and local council. They manage things like schools, roads, and local services.

Soultzmatt is one of many communes in France. It has a population of about 2,257 people. The mayor, Jean-Paul Diringer, helps lead the community.

Famous for Wine

Soultzmatt is very well-known for its vineyards. These are fields where grapes are grown. The grapes from Soultzmatt are used to make some of the best wines in the Alsace region.

The most famous wine from Soultzmatt is the Zinnkoepflé. It is a "Grand Cru" wine. This means it comes from a very special vineyard site. Grand Cru wines are known for their high quality and unique taste. They are considered some of the finest wines in France.

The climate and soil in Soultzmatt are perfect for growing grapes. This helps create the special flavors of the Zinnkoepflé wine.

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