Places to discover in Alsace

Kirchheim · 67

Ancient Gallo-Roman Villa Kirchheim

Kirchheim housed a Merovingian palace in the 7th century where Dagobert II and Charles the Fat stayed. Excavations revealed a 100m by 83m quadrilateral with remains now covered and an ancient fresco depicting grape harvesting.

Niederbronn-les-Bains · 67

Northern Vosges Archaeology Museum

This Alsatian museum traces the archaeology of northern Alsace from Prehistory to the industrial era, featuring Gallo-Roman, medieval, and industrial collections, including stoves from the Dietrich ironmasters.

Oberlarg · 68

Source of the Largue

The Largue is a 46 km river originating in Oberlarg in the Glaserberg, passing through 34 villages before joining the Ill. Nearby, the Mannlefelsen rock shelter reveals 8 meters of prehistoric stratigraphy, but the private site is only visible from the path.

Niederbronn-les-Bains · 67

The Ancient Baths

Discover the remains of a Roman city with its ancient baths, dating from the 1st to the 4th century. An augmented reality guided tour via the free Via Janus app reveals their history and prosperity under Philippe V de Hanau in the 16th century.

Niederbronn-les-Bains · 67

The Archaeological Remains

A landscaped area highlights the Gallo-Roman remains of the Niederbronn baths, with an entrance pavilion helping to imagine this ancient site. The walls have been restored according to historic monument standards.

Mutzig · 67

'Rain' Archaeological Site

A Neanderthal hunting shelter discovered in 1992 with stone tools and bones dated to 90,000 years ago, now owned by the European Community of Alsace. Open only during summer visits or Archaeology Day.

Altenheim · 67

Altenheim

This ancient village, with its wooden and half-timbered houses in traditional colors, mentioned in the 18th century, houses Roman remains including a Napoleon bench.

Bourgheim · 67

Bourgheim

This village, crossed by two ancient Roman roads, has been inhabited since the 1st century. Excavations revealed pottery remains, reflecting its artisanal past.

Niederbronn-les-Bains · 67

Dépose bus - Archéologie

Biesheim · 68

Gallo-Roman Museum

Since 1990, this contemporary museum displays Gallo-Roman remains from Oedenburg, a vanished medieval village north of the commune, through collections from excavations and explanatory panels.

Mackwiller · 67

Mackwiller

Mackwiller, in Alsace Bossue, is a remarkable village for its open-air Roman remains such as baths, a villa, and a mausoleum, located on an ancient Roman road linking the Vosges to Trier.

Strasbourg · 67

Medieval Mikveh

This medieval mikveh in Strasbourg, rediscovered in 1984, is a rare relic of Alsatian Jewish life between 1200 and 1260. It includes a 500-liter basin fed by groundwater and niches for candles.

Pfulgriesheim · 67

Pfulgriesheim

The Heuberg site shows human occupation dating back to 5000 BC, with Neolithic remains. The village's name evolved since the 12th century and belonged to several families, including the d’Andlau, who introduced the Reformation in 1526.

Strasbourg · 67

PromaH MG

Explore Alsace's heritage through archaeological, botanical, and craft workshops. Discover plants, dyes, and ancient techniques, or create mini-tiles, cosmetics, and archaeological objects. Activities suitable for all audiences.

Mackwiller · 67

The Roman Ruins of Mackwiller

The Gallo-Roman remains of Mackwiller, from a rich buried villa, reveal baths and a mausoleum. Self-guided or guided tours are available year-round, with educational panels and an archaeological investigation on smartphone.

Strasbourg · 67

The Tomb Alley in the Koenigshoffen District

An educational space near the Parc des Romains tram stop in Koenigshoffen displays remains of a Roman tomb alley from the 1st-2nd century. Urban furniture, a model, and historic plants invite visitors to discover ancient life in Strasbourg.

Ernolsheim-lès-Saverne · 67

Warthenberg Castle

Discovered in 1979 on the Daubenschlagfelsen rock near Ernolsheim-lès-Saverne, Warthenberg Castle, built around 1150 and destroyed before 1200, reveals impressive remains such as a 3.80 m thick shield wall and an 11 m square tower.