Places to discover in Alsace

Mulhouse · 68

The Discharge Canal

This canal, dug between 1846 and 1849 to divert floods from the Ill River, enabled land drainage and the construction of the Cité. Enlarged several times, it now partly supports the market hall, built in 1908.

Dambach-la-Ville · 67

Dépose-bus route des vins

Sainte-Marie-aux-Mines · 68

Montgoutte German Military Cemetery

Located near Sainte-Marie-aux-Mines, the Montgoutte Military Cemetery holds 1,000 German soldiers from World War I. Listed by UNESCO in 2023, it is maintained by Germany and symbolizes Franco-German reconciliation.

Erstein · 67

Educational Pond

Around Erstein, the Nature Ried d’Erstein Association (ANRE) and the departmental park have created several ponds to provide a refuge for amphibians. These new natural habitats, with plans for expansion, invite visitors to stroll and discover local biodiversity.

Ostheim · 68

JFJ Services

Chauffeur-driven car service available 24/7 by reservation for airport, train station, or hotel transfers, as well as custom sightseeing tours. Capacity for 7 passengers and their luggage.

Lauterbourg · 67

Lauterbourg

Lauterbourg, France's easternmost commune, charms with its medieval heritage, listed monuments, and award-winning floral displays. Discover its historical treasures and friendly restaurants during a visit full of discoveries.

Dorlisheim · 67

Viewpoint over the Dorlisheim Vineyard

Descending from Dreispitz hill towards the Dorlisheim vineyard, the botanical trail offers a breathtaking view of the Alsace plain. On clear days, Strasbourg Cathedral appears on the horizon.

Volgelsheim · 68

Rhine Tourist Railway

Board the Ried Express, an early 20th-century steam train, to cross the Alsatian Ried before an 80-minute cruise on the Rhine. Discover Breisach's Gothic church and enjoy a unique experience with passionate volunteers.

Lauterbourg · 67

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.

Linthal · 68

Source of the Lauch

The source of the Lauch flows into the Lauch lake, accessible via the departmental road D 430.

Dambach-la-Ville · 67

Bernstein Castle

This granite fortress, one of the oldest in Alsace (11th century), features an 18 m keep, a hexagonal residence, and a tower with a chapel. Accessible on foot from Saint-Sébastien Chapel in 1h45; car access is banned until August 2026 due to fire risks.

Sewen · 68

Beavers' Lodge

Small independent chalet in Sewen, at the foot of Ballon d'Alsace, ideal for hiking and fishing. Bikes and snowshoes provided. Rental from two nights minimum.

Morsbronn-les-Bains · 67

Oskar Fabre's Tomb

This painted cast iron cross, erected in 1870, commemorates O Fabre, a volunteer in the 94th Regiment of the Grand Duke of Saxony, who died in combat on August 6, 1870.

Neuviller-la-Roche · 67

Fontaine/eau de source PLACE DE L'EGLISE

Strasbourg · 67

The Old City Hall, called Neubau

The Neubau, Strasbourg's oldest Renaissance building from 1585, now houses the Chamber of Commerce. Its elegant 16th-century listed façade reflects its prestigious past.

Kirchberg · 68

Kirchberg

Kirchberg, first mentioned in 1321, is an Alsatian village with agricultural roots that became industrial in the 19th century. It features the Saint Vincent church and Lachtelweiher lake, and is the birthplace of vicar Jean-Henri Weiss.

Soufflenheim · 67

The Graves of the Lancaster Bombers

This memorial honors seven British and Canadian airmen whose Avro Lancaster bomber crashed near the train station in April 1944 during a raid on Karlsruhe. Their plane collided with another bomber, causing 14 casualties in total.

Belmont · 67

Fontaine/ eau de source RUE DE LA CRUZE

Mulhouse · 68

Vogel House

This building, constructed in 1778 by Simon Vogel on the site of Mulhouse's first hospital, housed the Sub-Prefecture from 1866 to 1870, then the German Kreisdirektion until 1882 before becoming a commercial venue.

Obernai · 67

The National Memorial

Erected in 1956 by ADEIF Obernai, this memorial honors 272 local victims of World War II. From its lookout, enjoy exceptional views of Obernai, Mont Sainte-Odile, and the start of the Schenkenberg wine trail.

Leutenheim · 67

The Half-Timbered Houses of Leutenheim

Discover the Alsatian half-timbered houses of Leutenheim during a one-hour guided tour by ASMA, followed by a friendly chat at the bar.

Wittelsheim · 68

Rothmoos Regional Nature Reserve

Rothmoos, formed by mining subsidence, is a wetland maintained since 1987 to preserve biodiversity. This marsh hosts migratory, nesting birds and amphibians, rare in Alsace, in a hard-to-access setting.

Lauterbourg · 67

Maison Adam - House of Youth and Culture

Maison Adam, an 18th-century building given to the city in 1913, now hosts the MJC offering diverse activities like English classes, yoga, weight training, plus a nautical base with water sports and sailing courses.

Schœnenbourg · 67

Schoenenbourg

Discover in Schœnenbourg a nationally classified large-leaved lime tree, legendary for its thousand-year age, then admire the landscapes of Green Alsace on a hot air balloon flight.