Altkirch

" Découvrez Altkirch, une ville riche en histoire et en culture, où le passé médiéval côtoie la modernité : chaque visite révèle un patrimoine unique. La ville s’anime toute l’année avec des événements variés. "

The town is home to the Sundgau Museum and the Rhine Centre for Contemporary Art which are open throughout the year.
St Morand Priory, Notre Dame Church, the ancient walls of the city and other medieval remains reflect the cultural and architectural diversity to be found there. Many guided tours for groups and individuals are available on request. You will also find a tourist map with QR codes to discover the city on your own, available from the Tourist information Centre.
A modern town with an original spirit and strong dynamic commercial base, part of the association Altkirch Traditions, it also organizes many varied cultural events including the Enchanted Forest in December, the Short Film Festival in spring, the Festival of Music and Sound'Go Festival in summer, concerts and other happenings supported by lively local associations.
Free guided tours of the city are held each summer and you can also discover Altkirch and its surroundings through small hikes.
- Around the Schweighof Breitholz 10 km / 3h
- St Morand 5.5 km / 2h
- The heights of Altkirch 8 km / 2:30
For families, there is a fun ride to discover Altkirch (4 to 12 years old)!
Market days:
On Thursday morning from 7am to 1pm, big market throughout the town center
Saturday morning from 7am to 12pm, small farmers' market, Place Xavier Jourdain
St. Catherine's Fair: the last Thursday in November, big fair throughout the town
For families, there is a fun ride to discover Altkirch (from 4 years to 12 years)!
Market days:
On Thursday morning from 7am to 1pm, there is a large market spread throughout the town center
Saturday morning from 7am to 12pm, a small farmers' market, at Place Xavier Jourdain
St. Catherine's Fair: the last Thursday in November, a big fair throughout the city