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House of Archaeology of the Northern Vosges

44 Avenue Foch

67110 Niederbronn-les-Bains

This museum presents a complete panorama of archaeological research in the north of Alsace, from prehistory to the industrial era. Renowned for its Gallo-Roman collections that come from the spa town. A fine collection of stoves recalls the industrial adventure of the Dietrichs, ironmasters.

Prices and Schedules :

https://www.museesgrandest.org/les-musees/maison-de-larcheologie-des-vosges-du-nord/

René Lalique Museum

40 Rue du Hochberg

67290 Wingen-sur-Moder

The René Lalique Museum is a French museum located in Wingen-sur-Moder, Alsace, dedicated to the master glassmaker and jeweler René Lalique and his successors.

More than 650 exceptional works retrace the career of René Lalique.

The genius of glass, the magic of Crystal in Alsace.

Prices and Schedules:

http://https://www.musee-lalique.com/infos-pratiques/horaires/

Meisenthal Glass Site

Place Robert Schuman

57960 Meisenthal

on the Meisenthal Glass Site, one can only be struck by a happy architectural vertigo, prolonged throughout the visit by multiple emotions and unique encounters with a glassmaker, a masterpiece, a landscape... this unspeakable whole that constitutes the spirit of the place, the soul of the valley, a source of wonder every day.

In Meisenthal, the story continues, quite simply!

Prices and Schedules:

https://site-verrier-meisenthal.fr/page/staticouverture

Crystal Museum

Rue Coetlosquet

57620 Saint-Louis-lès-Bitche

Located in the heart of the oldest French crystal factory in operation, the museum houses a unique collection of 200 old pieces and composing an initiatory journey to the legendary know-how of this manufacture.

Born from a ball of fire and the breath of men, the crystal according to Saint-Louis vibrates with all the talent inherited from history and the incredible creative fantasy inspired by the spirit of the times.

Prices and Schedules:

https://www.saint-louis.com/fr/edito_informations_musee

Lichtenberg Castle

From the top of the terraces of Lichtenberg Castle, colossal pink sandstone ruins overlooking the village of the same name, the panorama is exceptional.

Culminating at an altitude of more than 400 meters, the castle offers a breathtaking view of the Northern Vosges Regional Nature Park.

On a sunny day, you can even see the spire of Strasbourg Cathedral.

From the top of the terraces of Lichtenberg Castle, 9 centuries of history and a unique landscape are offered to visitors. In turn a stately residence, a garrison and today a cultural and tourist attraction: this "ship of the centuries" has stood the test of time and is now an essential stopover in Alsace and the Northern Vosges. Come and visit it as a couple, with family or friends.

Source: Website

Prices & Schedules:

https://www.chateaudelichtenberg.alsace/infos-pratiques/tarifs/

Citadel of Bitche

It is on the borders of Lorraine, nestled in the arms of its monumental citadel, that the fortified city of Bitche watches over. Populated today by five thousand souls, it owes its foundation to the strategic nature of the rock that overlooks it and which, since the 12th century, has been capped by defensive works. True to its military destiny, Bitche is the heir to an extraordinary history, marked by facts that have sometimes rocked it, especially bruised it.

The citadel, whose sharp lines soar above the rooftops of the city, seems to have arisen from time immemorial, braving the assaults of the elements and oblivion. We can guess the characteristic lines of the genius of Vauban, its designer, although it responds to the constraints of its particular geographical location and was rebuilt during the 18th century.

Witness to the great turning points in history, from the French Revolution to the end of the Second World War via the Franco-Prussian War of 1870, the citadel has become a guardian of memory. Classified as a historical monument since 1979, it is preserved to remind us that peace was finally imposed only at the cost of painful trials.

To allow you to fully inquire about the citadel of Bitche and its history, the premises have been fitted out and equipped with surprising interpretive trails, deployed between museums, audiovisual resources and interactive equipment. From the top of the ramp, you will enjoy a panoramic view of the city and hills of the Northern Vosges. On the way down, you can finally recharge your batteries by crossing the delightful Garden for Peace and its ephemeral thematic creations.

Source: Website

Prices & Schedules:

https://www.citadelle-bitche.com/FR/Horaires-tarifs-accessibilite/Tarification.html

Fleckenstein Castle

Fleckenstein is one of the most visited emblematic castles of the Northern Vosges in Alsace. Built in the twelfth century, the castle stands as a sentinel on the defence line of the castles of the Holy Roman Empire between the imperial cities of Haguenau (F) and Kaiserslautern (D). Its ruins bear witness to its reputation as a truly impregnable citadel and occupy a remarkable position from which you can observe a beautiful view of the Sauer Valley and the vast forests of the Regional Nature Parks of the Northern Vosges and the Palatinate.

Source: Website

Prices & Schedules:

https://www.fleckenstein.fr/pratique/tarifs-horaires/

The Château du Haut - Barr

A 5-minute drive or a 1h30 walk from the town centre, the Château du Haut-Barr, nicknamed "The Eye of Alsace", is built on three rocks at an altitude of 470 metres.
A ruined medieval castle from the twelfth century, it occupies a strategic position between the Lorraine plateau and the Alsace plain.
The current castle was built in 1583 by Jean de Manderscheid.
The Pont du Diable footbridge, accessible by stairs, connects two rocks.
Famous for its legend, its crossing is particularly impressive.

Enjoy the superb view and try to see the spire of Strasbourg Cathedral!

Prices & Schedules:

https://www.tourisme-saverne.fr/a-voir-a-faire/chateau-du-haut-barr/221001403/

Maginot Lembach Line

Guardian of the Sauer valley, the Lime Kiln structure is located on a hill overlooking the village of Lembach. It bears the name of an old lime kiln. The 5 km of galleries go 30 m underground. 24 officers and 600 men lived there. They belonged to fortress infantry regiments (RIF), artillery and engineers. They were mobilized several times before returning to their posts at the end of August 1939. As there was no action between September 39 and May 40, they organized themselves, seized the cattle that were wandering in the streets of Lembach whose population had been evacuated... Visitors will learn about their living conditions by visiting the dormitories, toilets, kitchens and infirmary. The structure was the target of the Stukas from June 1940. Lacking an effective anti-aircraft defence, it nevertheless resisted and held out for another five days after the armistice which took effect on 26 June. After special negotiations at Wiesbaden, the troops were forced to surrender but left with the honours of war on 2 July. The Germans then occupied the fort, stripping it of everything they could use on the Atlantic Wall. The tests of overpressure gases caused considerable damage. The layout is similar to that of the other forts, except that the men's entrance being located 24m higher than that of the ammunition, the fort has an inclined plane allowing the transport of equipment and ammunition from the ammunition entrance to the upper gallery. Enjoy your visit, walking shoes and warm clothing (13°).

Source Visit.alsace

Prices & Schedules:

https://www.lignemaginot.fr/visiter