Sonntag Tile and Brick Factory

The Sonntag Tile and Brick Factory, located in Still in the Bas-Rhin department, offers an engaging and educational dive into the world of brick manufacturing.

Situated at the entrance to the Bruche Valley, about thirty kilometers from Strasbourg, this former industrial brickworks bears witness to over two centuries of activity, from 1720 to 1960.

During guided tours organized by the local association, visitors explore the various stages of brick production. The tour includes the excavation of clay, its transport by small wagons to the receiving basin, followed by the manufacturing machines and cutting tools. The old open-air drying sheds stand alongside artificial dryers, while the Hoffmann kiln, built in 1885, impresses with its remarkable state of preservation.