Visit the bas-rhin department

Grendelbruch history is closely linked to the Guirbaden castle history, a feudal fortress dating from the 11th century and located 3 km from the village. it was destroyed in the 17th century, although the living part of the fortress and the dungeon still remain.

In addition, there is a great view from the ruins on the surrounding forests, the plain of Alsace and the Bruche Valley.

Since the dawn of time, Grendelbruch lives according to its forests. From this perfect union a old tradition in forestry was born and the lumberjacks are still impressive.

Discover our valley, a great site at the heart of Alsace, located 15 km from the famous 'Wine road' and the castle of Koenigsbourg, the Val de Villé opens itself to you and offers nulerous activities in a natural surrounding.

Whether you are active or even athletic, or prefer to spend time with your family or alone, there are 350 km of foot paths, tree top adventure tracks, paragliding, rock climbing, water sports in 'Aquavallée' theme park and not forgetting to mention the 'Art and Popular Traditions Museum' in Albé.

On the 29th of December 1995, a joint local authority group of villages and towns from the Sauer Valley was born.

This local group of villages is located at the very north of the Alsace region, about 50 km from Strasbourg, near the German border (Palatinat region). The Sauer Valley is part of the Regional Natural Park of northern Vosges.

This lovely flowery village, located among the forests and vineyards is a major Alsatian gastronomical place.

The charming old streets and houses, the massive fortified castles and its great location at the feet of Mount Saint-Odile attract numerous visitors.

Nearby are located the medieval cities of Obernai, Boersh and Rosheim. The natural beauty and the vast forests offer a great surrounding to relax and to get back in shape.

During the fifth day, you will explore Erstein. Known for its sweets, Erstein bordering the Canal du Rhône au Rhin.

Museum Würth France Erstein presents collections made by Reinhold Würth. You can admire paintings, sculptures and drawings. Works from different movements: neo-impressionism, expressionism, surrealism.

At the exit of the museum, stop at the Church of Saint-Martin d'Erstein, builded in the thirteenth century and candy Erstein, founded in 1893.