The Wickersheim, Feudal Castle

Built during the reign of Emperor Barbarossa in the 12th century, this medieval castle is part of the village's history while defying conventional defensive strategy. Located on flat terrain, it was likely constructed for practical reasons: a nearby spring allowed the moat surrounding the enclosure to be quickly flooded. Protected by a curtain wall, it withstood several attacks, including one by the people of Strasbourg in 1261, but was looted and burned multiple times, notably during the Thirty Years' War. Rebuilt in the 14th century, it was later modernized in the 16th century to accommodate firearms, with the addition of gunports. At that time, the moat was partially filled in and stones from the enclosure were reused for outbuildings. Today, only two wings dating from the 15th century remain, flanked by three round towers with thick walls measuring 70 to 95 cm. One of these, located to the southwest, still retains its gargoyle and pepperpot roof. Listed as a Historic Monument, the manor remains inhabited and is situated south of the village, near the road leading to Hangenbieten.