Discover a Medieval and Renaissance Town

Nestled in a lush landscape between vineyards and hills, Boersch holds Renaissance treasures. This typical village of the Alsatian foothills stands out for its Renaissance architecture, especially visible on the Town Hall square. Notably, the Town Hall features a spiral staircase housed in an elegant turret, along with a six-bucket well dating from 1617, adding to the charm of this preserved place.

Yet, Boersch also retains a strong medieval imprint. The ramparts and gates, built around 1340, testify to its fortified past. Three of the original four gates still stand today: the Lower Gate (Niedertor) to the east, the Upper Gate (Obertor) to the south, adorned with a depiction of Saint Médard, the parish patron, and the Rear Gate (Aftertor) to the north. The fourth, the Presbytery Gate to the west, was demolished in 1758 due to its poor condition. These remarkably well-preserved ramparts still encircle the village.

Strolling through the alleys and small streets, one also discovers half-timbered houses, often decorated with trade emblems. Among them, the former house of the Teutonic Knights, dating from 1499, particularly draws attention.