Places to discover in Alsace

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Obernai · 67

Ramparts

The Ramparts

The inner wall of the old town, 1,400 meters long, had about twenty towers and four gates. Its wide rampart walk is now a promenade.

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Mulhouse · 68

Remarkable historic buildings

The Reunion of Mulhouse with France

This mural, commissioned by Mulhouse for the Bicentennial of its reunion with France, depicts a celebration scene in front of the Town Hall, recognizable by its covered double-flight staircase. The red and white flag shown is that of the former Republic of Mulhouse.

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Mackwiller · 67

Roman remains

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.

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Sélestat · 67

Remarkable historic buildings

The Saint John Commandery

Founded in the 13th century, the Order of the Hospitallers of Sélestat retains only two Renaissance buildings: the Ritterhof (1410) and the Prior's House (1565), visible from outside and open on weekdays during office hours.

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Mulhouse · 68

Remarkable historic buildings

The Schweissdissi by Yves Carrey

The Schweissdissi, an iconic sculpture in Mulhouse, embodies the city's industrial past through a seated figure symbolizing unemployment linked to the closure of factories. Made from recycled mechanical parts, it reflects the local working-class history.

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Eguisheim · 68

Castles and fortifications

The Three Castles of Haut-Eguisheim

Perched at 591 m on Schlossberg hill, the three medieval pink sandstone keeps offer stunning views over the Alsace plain and Eguisheim village. Built between the 11th and 12th centuries, they now remain only as romantic ruins.

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Wissembourg · 67

Remarkable historic buildings

The Tithe Barn

Former granary used to store the tax for Wissembourg Abbey in the 13th century before becoming a grain market hall.

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Strasbourg · 67

Archaeological sites

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.

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Lauterbourg · 67

Remarkable historic buildings

The Town Hall

This iconic site features a 1731 Renaissance portal with the city's coat of arms, a Roman altar dedicated to Jupiter, and a historic Schwilgué clock mechanism that kept time until 1991.

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Obernai · 67

Remarkable historic buildings

The Town Hall

The current town hall houses remnants of an old arcade building, home to the citizens' court since 1370. Expanded in 1848 in a neo-Renaissance style, its facades decorated with painted motifs were restored between 1992 and 1993.

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Urbès · 68

Remembrance sitesDiscovery paths

The Urbès Tunnel

The Urbès Tunnel, a project abandoned in 1935, was transformed into a subcamp of Natzwiller-Struthof during World War II. A guided tour now allows visitors to explore its entrance and history.

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Obernai · 67

Remarkable historic buildings

The Well of Six Buckets

This Renaissance well, built in 1579 by Strasbourg artisans, features three Corinthian columns and an octagonal canopy carved with biblical scenes.

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Breuschwickersheim · 67

Castles and fortifications

The Wickersheim, Feudal Castle

Built in the 12th century by Emperor Barbarossa, this medieval castle on flat terrain was adapted for firearms in the 16th century. Its two 15th-century wings house three round towers, one still featuring its gargoyle and pepperpot roof.

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Haguenau · 67

Historic architecture

The Wissembourg Gate

The Wissembourg Gate, a remnant of the old wall, dates from the 14th century with 16th-century modifications. It features three gun ports and a niche with coats of arms on its exterior face.

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Mulhouse · 68

Remarkable historic buildings

Thérèse School

Built in 1905 in a neo-Renaissance style, this school symbolizes an educational revolution with its sculpted decorations and modern facilities. It is not open to the public.

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Morsbronn-les-Bains · 67

Remarkable historic buildings

Tomb of Captain Louis Charles de Bourgoing

This 1870 monument, made of sandstone with a painted cast iron cross, features an angel with an inverted torch. Nearby, a grave commemorates 27 Algerian soldiers and 60 German soldiers buried together.

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Langensoultzbach · 67

Remarkable historic buildings

Tomb of Karl Betz

This 19th-century sandstone monument honors K. Betz, a soldier of the 6th Battalion of Bavarian Chasseurs, who died during the 1870 war.

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Mulhouse · 68

Remarkable historic buildings

Tour de l'Europe

The Tour de l'Europe, built between 1969 and 1972, is a 37-story residential skyscraper in Mulhouse. Its top houses a revolving panoramic restaurant offering an exceptional view of the region.

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La Petite-Pierre · 67

Ramparts

Tour Guide - Georges Gerlinger

Explore La Petite Pierre, a fortified town in the Northern Vosges, with 1.5-hour guided tours. Discover its castle, ramparts, simultaneous church with remarkable frescoes, and panoramic gardens.

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Illzach · 68

Industrial heritageTowns and cities

Tour Guide - Sarah PRIOUZEAU

Tour guide since 2006, she offers guided tours of Colmar, Kaysersberg, and Mulhouse in German, Italian, and English. Passionate about Mulhouse's industrial heritage, she is a member of the Alsace tour guides association.

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