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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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Sélestat · 67
The Canotage Lake in Sélestat, accessible only to campers at the city campsite, offers regulated fishing. Open all day Tuesday and Friday, and on Wednesday and Saturday mornings, it limits catches to 2 carp, 1 zander, and 1 pike per angler, with minimum size requirements.
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Ottrott · 67
Two medieval castles, Rathsamhausen and Lutzelbourg, face each other above Ottrott in Alsace. Rathsamhausen features a unique donjon-palace whose remains reveal the life of its inhabitants. Access is possible certain days from Klingenthal or the Tourist Office.
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Kintzheim · 67
Kintzheim Castle, a Historic Monument since 1964, now hosts the Volerie des Aigles. Experience an impressive aerial show featuring birds of prey flying freely in this restored medieval setting.
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Haguenau · 67
The Hôtel du Préteur Royal, built after Haguenau lost its free city status in the 17th century, housed the town hall and then the court. This iconic site now hosts the city’s major cultural and folk events.
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La Broque · 67
This pink sandstone farm from 1791, formerly owned by Mennonites including Jacob Kupferschmitt, is known for securing an exemption from armed service for his co-religionists in 1793. It is only visible from the outside and remains private property.
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Kembs · 68
Discover in Kembs the only Alsatian work by Le Corbusier: the Kembs-Niffer lock, a 1960s architectural achievement blending aesthetics and functionality, still operational and open to visitors.
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Neuviller-la-Roche · 67
The La Serva stream rises in the Champ du Feu meadows above 1000 m altitude and flows into the Rothaine after forming several waterfalls. Local legend tells of a fairy living in its clear waters.
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Châtenois · 67
The fortification, mentioned since 1298, was protected by a double 900 m enclosure with towers and the Witches' Gate. Open year-round, it hosts a medieval festival with activities and a market every second Sunday of June.
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Wolxheim · 67
The Horn viewpoint, at 264 meters altitude, overlooks Wolxheim and the Alsace plain. On clear days, you can see the Vosges and Strasbourg Cathedral.
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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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Manspach · 68
This 60-are pond, nestled between Manspach and Romagny, offers peace and tranquility. Open mid-March to mid-October, it allows carp and small fish fishing on Wednesdays, Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays. Access via GR 532 from Manspach. Daily permit €8 at Mr. Biechlin.
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Colmar · 68
This 19th-century house, rebuilt from 17th-century elements, evokes Venetian palaces with its rounded arches and stone balustrade. It connects two buildings around an inner courtyard.
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Oberhaslach · 67
Panoramic viewpoint freely accessible near the ruins of Hohenstein Castle, with several hiking trails including the one recommended by the Molsheim-Mutzig Regional Tourist Office.
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Haguenau · 67
This 18th-century Parisian townhouse, built around 1770 in the Louis XV style, features a facade with balconies and unfinished sculpted decorations. Symbolizing the Hoffmann family's wealth, Alsatian madder industrialists, it reflects the golden age of this iconic red dye.
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Kaysersberg Vignoble · 68
Discover Riquewihr, one of France's most beautiful villages, via a shaded trail leading to landmarks like Crow Rock and the Chapel Oak. A family-friendly hike with views of vineyards and forests.
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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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Folgensbourg · 68
Between Folgensbourg and Les Trois Maisons, the Sundgau highlands road offers a changing panorama through the seasons, from winter snow to the fiery colors of autumn.
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Thann · 68
This central street, a commercial artery of the city, houses two historic houses adorned with bay windows: one from the 16th century with a statuette of a monkey playing the bagpipes, the other also from that era.
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