idées.outings in Alsace102 places
Urbeis · 67
This medieval castle features a 12th-century square keep accessible through a pointed arch door. Its ramparts, reinforced by the Wurtemberg family in the 14th century, offer an exceptional view of the Vosges.
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La Broque · 67
Built in the 13th century by Count Henri III on a rock at 809 m altitude, this Gothic castle ruin, consolidated since 1898, was the setting of a famous poetic tournament in 1285. An 18-marker trail celebrates this place and poetry.
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Drachenbronn-Birlenbach · 67
This site, a former princely residence from 1619 to 1755, is being developed. Planned installations and scenographies for 2026 will highlight its history and a lesser-known aspect of Northern Alsace and the Swedish villages.
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Molsheim · 67
The Château d'Oberkirch, built around 1770 for a military noble family, is named after two cousins of the Baroness of Oberkirch. Under the First Empire, it belonged to General Jean-François Barbier and remains a private estate not open to the public.
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Ferrette · 68
The Château de Ferrette, one of Alsace's oldest castles (first mentioned in 1105), offers exceptional panoramic views from its medieval ruins. Open for self-guided visits year-round, with free downloadable audio guides available.
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La Petite-Pierre · 67
The Château de La Petite Pierre, fortified by Vauban in 1684, now hosts the Northern Vosges Regional Nature Park headquarters. Only the outer courtyard is open to visitors, featuring historical panels and a shop with local artisan crafts.
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Bellefosse · 67
The Château de la Roche, built in 1180, was a bandits' hideout before being destroyed in 1469 by order of the Duke of Lorraine and the Bishop of Strasbourg. Access is from the village via the yellow cross trail, about a thirty-minute walk.
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Marlenheim · 67
Former 14th-century castle that became Strasbourg property in the 16th century, now housing a retirement home run by the Sisters of Ribeauvillé. Its school, the Petite Sorbonne, closed in 1842.
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Wœrth · 67
This Alsatian castle, with a keep dating from the early 14th century, was rebuilt in Renaissance style around 1554 by Jacques de Lichtenberg. Now serving as town hall and museum, it reflects six centuries of history through its Gothic and Renaissance wings.
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Orschwiller · 67
The Château du Haut-Koenigsbourg offers an immersion into the medieval world. Visit freely to discover its treasures at your own pace.
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Labaroche · 68
Château du Hohnack, a historic monument since 1905, is Alsace's second highest castle (940 m). Built in the 11th century, it offers panoramic views of the Munster and Kaysersberg valleys, with remains of ramparts and a keep.
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Oberlarg · 68
The Château du Morimont, first mentioned in 1183 and destroyed during the Thirty Years' War, is currently closed but its ruins and unique vaulted cellar in Alsace remain visible. An oath was sworn here in 1826 for the creation of the Jura canton in 1978.
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Reichshoffen · 67
Reichshoffen Castle, surrounded by a park and crossed by two rivers, belonged to the Dietrich family at two key times: in the 18th century with Jean de Dietrich, then from 1950 with the De Dietrich company.
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Lembach · 67
Experience a medieval outdoor adventure at Fleckenstein Castle: 25 family challenges to free the baron and save the lands, blending reality and imagination in a playful journey.
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Neubois · 67
Perched on a 703 m conical summit, Frankenbourg Castle overlooks the Val d'Argent and Val de Villé valleys. Built in the 12th century, it controlled the ancient Salt Route and now offers breathtaking views of central Alsace.
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Wangenbourg-Engenthal · 67
Perched at 390 m near Wangenbourg, Freudeneck Castle offers freely accessible medieval ruins, featuring a round keep and remains of fortifications. A trail from Wangenbourg or a road leads to the site.
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Frœschwiller · 67
Froeschwiller Castle, once owned by the Durckheim family since the 14th century, was remodeled in the 19th century into an elegant neoclassical villa. Now privately owned, it opens occasionally during Heritage Days and can be rented for events.
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Odratzheim · 67
This castle, built in 1765 by Auguste Pierre de Géradon on the site of an earlier building, features gates dated 1560 and 1624. Damaged by a fire in 1940, it was rebuilt in 1945 and is partially listed as a historic monument.
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Mollkirch · 67
Guirbaden Castle, the largest castle in Alsace (2 hectares), dates from the 10th to 13th centuries and overlooks the Bruche Valley. Its ruins, including the keep and Saint Valentine chapel, are open to visitors, with volunteer restoration projects available.
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Wettolsheim · 68
This 13th-century medieval castle, remodeled in the 14th century, was once a fief of the Bishop of Strasbourg. Classified as a Historic Monument since 1923, it can be visited after a short walk through the vineyards near Wettolsheim.
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Wingen · 67
Hohenbourg Castle, built in the late 12th century, marked the border with Lorraine. Closed for safety reasons until August 2026, it can be visited after a 35-minute hike from Fleckenstein.
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Dambach · 67
This 13th-century castle houses remarkable troglodyte remains of the lordly residence, mentioned as early as 1293.
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Wintzenheim · 68
Perched at 620 meters altitude, Hohlandsbourg Castle offers an exceptional panoramic view. This historic site, built by the Habsburgs between the 13th and 17th centuries, features interactive tours and family activities from April 4 to November 1.
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Dossenheim-sur-Zinsel · 67
Perched at 425 meters altitude, Hunebourg Castle overlooks Dossenheim-sur-Zinsel. Although not open to the public, its surroundings offer wonderful walks and remarkable viewpoints like the Love Cave and Sentry Rock.
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