What are interesting smaller towns in eastern France and western Germany to explore?
I am planning a trip to France and Germany. Given their proximity, I’d like fly into Paris but check out smaller cities as we make our way from Paris into larger cities in Germany. Basically, I’m asking advice for places to stay along the way, be they charming, unique, have fantastic food, have an unbelieveable hotel or restaurant, anything. By the way, I’m 30. I like my vacations to be a mix of culture and pure relaxation.