Le Corbusier Lock

In Kembs, the Kembs-Niffer lock stands out as a little-known creation by renowned architect Le Corbusier. Located on the canal bank, this work is distinguished by its graphic lines and geometric shapes, contrasting with the surrounding landscape.

Built in the early 1960s, it is the architect's only work in Alsace. Le Corbusier designed a complex combining aesthetics and functionality, notably including an elegant control tower and an administrative building with clean, sculptural volumes.

Thus, an ordinary industrial facility is transformed into a true architectural work, still operational today.

The lock allows boats to pass between the Rhône-Rhine Canal and the Grand Canal of Alsace.

From its surroundings, visitors can watch boat maneuvers and discover this industrial heritage during a walk along the waterways. Classified as a Historic Monument since 2005, the lock benefits from a restoration program to preserve this emblematic ensemble.

An original visit for enthusiasts of architecture, industrial heritage, and waterside strolls.