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Alsatian

Alsace is a culturally rich region in eastern France, bordering Germany and Switzerland. Its history reflects a blend of French and German influences, seen in its architecture, cuisine, and traditions. Strasbourg, the regional capital, is home to the European Parliament and the iconic Strasbourg Cathedral.

alsatian asterix
Asterix in Alsatian

Alsatian

Alsatian is spoken in the Alsace region of eastern France, near the borders of Germany and Switzerland. It belongs to the Upper German dialect group, closely related to Swiss German and Swabian. While French is the official language, Alsatian remains culturally significant, especially in rural areas and among older generations. It has experienced a decline due to historical pressures to adopt French but has seen some revival efforts through local media and education.

Asterix in Alsatian

The Asterix comic series has been translated into Alsatian, the regional dialect of Alsace in eastern France. The following albums are available:

  1. “De Asterix ān de olympische Spieler”: Published in 1996 by Dargaud Editeur, this is the Alsatian version of “Asterix at the Olympic Games”.
  2. “Astérix geht wieder dran”: Released in 2004 by Éditions Albert René, this edition is the Alsatian translation of “Asterix and the Actress”.

These translations are part of broader efforts to adapt Asterix into various regional languages and dialects, reflecting the series’ wide appeal and cultural adaptability.