Published: 17.10.2026
The .alsace zone is named after Alsace, a region in the north-east of France that borders Germany across the Rhine. It is a geographic extension, so a name in this zone points visitors to a place rather than to one type of business. Wine producers, cultural groups, tourism services and local clubs are among the projects that use such a name. Use the availability form just below this text to see whether your name in .alsace is still available, and check the current terms before you register.
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A short history
Alsace is known for its villages with half-timbered houses, its wine route, its regional cuisine and its cities, including Strasbourg. A geographic extension named after the region gives local projects a simple way to show their connection to it. Because the region is well known, many people will understand the ending at a glance, even if they have never visited.
Who runs it
The zone is run by a registry operator that publishes the rules for registration. Because the name refers to a specific region, the operator's current terms may set conditions on who can hold a name, so check them before you order. Registrars sell names to the public and pass each order on to the registry.
Rules in practice
- Holder conditions: check the current terms, since geographic zones can have conditions that differ from open generic zones.
- Contact details: enter accurate holder information, since the registrar may ask for confirmation.
- Characters: a name may use letters, digits and hyphens, up to 63 characters per label.
- Renewal: set a reminder for the expiry date and keep the contact address active.
Who uses .alsace
- Wine estates, cellars and producers who present their vineyards and tastings.
- Tourist offices, guide services and holiday rental owners who host visitors in the region.
- Cultural groups, festivals and local museums that share their events and collections.
- Local clubs, schools and community projects that serve people in the region.
Strengths
- The name points directly to a place, which helps local visitors and people planning a trip.
- It is short and easy to spell for a region with a clear identity of its own.
- It works well on a wine label, a guidebook or a sign where the region's name is already known.
Things to keep in mind
- A geographic name tells visitors where a business is based, so make sure the address and contact details match the place.
- The region also has a German name, Elsass, so check whether that spelling is worth considering as well.
- Advertising of food, wine and tourism services can be regulated, so check the rules that apply to your activity.
- Visitors from outside the region may need a short explanation of where the name comes from.
Tips before you register
- Check the name in .com and in the regional tourism listings that your visitors already use.
- Use the business name exactly as it appears in your registration papers.
- Publish a clear address, opening hours and directions in plain text.
- Set up mail authentication records before you send bookings or newsletters from the domain.
- Protect the registrar account with two-factor login and keep a second contact on file.
Frequently asked questions
Do I have to live in Alsace to register .alsace? The operator's current terms decide that, so read them before you order.
Can a website in .alsace be written in English? Yes. The ending does not fix the language, although many visitors will expect at least some French or German content.
Does .alsace help a local business appear in regional search? It is a clear geographic signal, but accurate local listings, reviews and up-to-date opening times carry more weight.
