Jecker Museum

Located in the former school building of Hirtzfelden, this museum is entirely dedicated to François Antoine Jecker, a prominent figure in the invention and manufacture of scientific instruments. Born in Hirtzfelden, this enthusiast made history with his innovative creations in precision and measurement.

The museum displays a collection of around one hundred remarkable objects and instruments, covering various specialties such as marine, optics, and astronomy. These pieces showcase Jecker's expertise and ingenuity, whose career spanned the cities of Besançon, Paris, and London, where he worked in the field of watchmaking.