Places to discover in Alsace

Colmar · 68

Adolphe Hirn Square

Adolphe Hirn Square in Colmar is a French formal garden created in 1882 around a statue of Gustave Adolphe Hirn by Auguste Bartholdi, inaugurated in 1894. Near Bartholdi High School, it features flower-lined paths and a central fountain.

Thann · 68

Albert 1st Municipal Park

Created in 1924 from the profits of a 1923 exhibition, this shaded public garden is named after the King of the Belgians for his heroism in WWI. It features paths, bridges, flowerbeds, and a children's playground.

Munster · 68

Albert Schweitzer Park

Until 1926, the Fecht and Albert Schweitzer parks formed a single English landscaped garden owned by the Hartmann family. A cellar window recalls the former home of the royal provost of Munster, acquired in 1795.

Bischheim · 67

Borne fontaine - square des Vergers

Ernolsheim-Bruche · 67

La Plaine Verte Leisure Park

La Plaine Verte Leisure Park in Ernolsheim-Bruche near Strasbourg offers relaxation and activities: picnicking, fitness, beach volleyball, and pétanque courts. Accessible via three entrances, it is monitored by video surveillance.

Wasselonne · 67

Playground

Chopin Square in Wasselonne is a playground dedicated to children, offering a pleasant setting for their leisure activities.

Mulhouse · 68

Reservoir Square

From Reservoir Square, enjoy a breathtaking view of the city, accompanied by the beauty of a majestic magnolia.

Colmar · 68

Saint-François-Xavier Park

Former 19th-century horticultural estate turned public park, this peaceful haven features remarkable trees and a playground. Located near Petite Venise, it offers calm and nature for all.

Mulhouse · 68

Steinbach Park

Located in central Mulhouse, Steinbach Park offers a peaceful green space for relaxing, picnicking, or playing. Formerly filled-in moats, it was developed as a private garden before becoming public in 1893.

Villé · 67

Urban Park

Relax in this green park near downtown, featuring a playground, picnic tables, and deck chairs—perfect for a family outing.

Guémar · 68

Aire de jeux - Square de l’Ancienne Poste

Mulhouse · 68

Cotonnière Park

Former industrial site linked to the Dreyfus family history, the Schoettlé wasteland was transformed into a modern neighborhood with the Cité Manifeste and a public park named Baradrackgàrta, evoking a licorice stick garden.

Mulhouse · 68

General de Gaulle Square

The General de Gaulle Square, redesigned in 2022, offers direct access to the Rhône-Rhine Canal. It features a monument dedicated to the First Armored Division and a bronze sculpture symbolizing the Resistance.

Strasbourg · 67

Heyritz Park

Heyritz Park, Strasbourg's new 8.7-hectare green lung, offers walks, playgrounds, and sports areas. Accessible from several neighborhoods, it also connects the city center to the Deux Rives axis.

Mulhouse · 68

Laederich Square

Discover Mulhouse's first contemporary garden, located near La Filature, blending modernity and nature in an urban setting.

Mulhouse · 68

Memorial Square

Battle Street commemorates the August 19, 1914 clash when French troops briefly retook Mulhouse before having to surrender it again.

Mulhouse · 68

Parks and Gardens

The city preserves its industrial heritage in its parks and gardens, created by the 19th-century bourgeoisie. These private and public spaces reflect their taste for aesthetics and philanthropy, serving as places of enjoyment or moral guidance for workers.

Gerstheim · 67

Playground - Square St Denis

At Square Saint-Denis, a playground dedicated to young children offers rocking horses for outdoor fun.

Mulhouse · 68

Salvator Park

Created in 1890 on the site of former cemeteries, this romantic 2-hectare park in Mulhouse offers lawns, paths, century-old trees, a pond with a bridge, and flower beds. It hosts concerts, events, and has a playground.

Strasbourg · 67

Schweitzer Park (CREPS)

This park honors doctor Albert Schweitzer and occupies part of the former Gruber estate, whose villa still stands. It features a remarkable arboretum and is open to the public from the CREPS or via Schnokeloch Street.

Mulhouse · 68

Square de la Bourse

This triangular 4,677 m² square, one of Mulhouse's oldest, features a 175-year-old plane tree and floral decorations. Created in 1826, it was converted into a public garden in 1925 after being filled in and fenced.

Colmar · 68

Square de la Montagne Verte

The Square de la Montagne Verte, in the center of Colmar, has been a refreshing haven since 1975. Its majestic trees, including a Japanese Sophora from 1877, and its playground make it a popular relaxation spot for locals.